Plast Eurasia unveils a refreshed identity
Plast Eurasia has presented a new visual identity. The organisers say it is intended to reflect the changes taking place in the plastics industry and the combination of technology and sustainability.
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Fakuma 2026 with an anniversary event programme
The 30th edition of Fakuma will take place in Friedrichshafen from 12 to 16 October 2026. In addition to an exhibition covering the full plastics processing value chain, the organisers are announcing an industry round table, a new innovation award, a startup area and Career Friday.
Arburg to showcase Allrounder Trend at Vietnamplas 2026
At Vietnamplas 2026, Arburg will present the electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machine in Vietnam for the first time. At its stand in Ho Chi Minh City, the machine will produce nozzles for silicone tubes from HDPE.
Oceanzyme investigates enzymatic recycling of marine waste
The Oceanzyme project is analysing new enzymatic recycling solutions for marine waste collected during passive fishing campaigns. The consortium aims to verify the potential for its valorisation and reuse, including in fisheries and aquaculture.
Registration and exhibitor applications open for TaipeiPlas 2026
The organizers of TaipeiPlas 2026 have opened exhibitor applications and online visitor registration. The event will take place on September 15 to 19, 2026, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center and will focus on smart manufacturing, innovative materials, and sustainability.
Sigmasoft 6.2 with new functions for injection molding simulation
SIGMA Engineering has released version 6.2 of SIGMASOFT Virtual Molding. The update introduces new tools for reporting, material modeling and result visualization, as well as an expanded material database.
Source One Plastics resumes operations after fire
Source One Plastics is gradually restoring operations at its sorting and recycling plant in Eicklingen after a fire at the end of January 2026. The rebuilt facility is expected to operate more efficiently, with higher quality and lower emissions.
SKZ consolidates research on fiber composites
SKZ is relocating its research activities related to fiber composites to Würzburg, where they had previously also been conducted in Halle an der Saale. Halle will remain a center for education and training in this field.
The role of pooling in supply chain infrastructure
Tosca indicates that reusable packaging pooling systems are changing the way load carriers are evaluated. They are increasingly being treated as an element of infrastructure affecting operating costs, availability and supply chain reliability.
RecyClass strengthens the role of recyclate in packaging
The RecyClass certification system is used to assess the recyclability of plastic packaging and track the origin of secondary raw materials. The growing importance of this certification is linked to regulatory requirements, supply chain transparency and the development of the circular economy.
Aimplas to organize the HI!-Plastics seminar
Aimplas is preparing the first edition of the international HI!-Plastics seminar dedicated to advanced polymer materials. The programme includes five thematic blocks covering composites, fire resistance, functional materials, energy and industrial coatings.
Residual waste sorting as key to resource recovery and circular economy goals
Stadler says residual waste sorting is becoming an important part of material recovery and achieving circular economy goals. The company points to the growing importance of flexible and safe plants adapted to local conditions.
