New plastics recycling training centre in Mumbai
EREMA and AIPMA/AMTEC are launching a new plastics recycling training centre in Mumbai, focused on practical training for operators and supervisors for India’s growing recycling sector.
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Teradyne Robotics sues Elite Robots over copyright infringement
Teradyne Robotics has taken legal action in Germany against Elite Robots, alleging copyright infringement of Universal Robots software and calling for stronger intellectual property protection in Europe.
Clariant, Borealis and SINTEF advance pyrolysis oil upgrading technology
Clariant, together with Borealis and SINTEF, has completed a pilot project in Norway confirming the effectiveness of pyrolysis oil upgrading technology for plastic waste to steam cracker grade feedstock, suitable for virgin polyolefin production.
Tenth edition of plast & printpack alger in 2026
From 30 March to 1 April 2026, the tenth edition of plast & printpack alger will take place in Algiers, bringing together more than 280 exhibitors from 22 countries and focusing on sustainable technologies for the plastics, printing and packaging industries in the Maghreb region.
Ten years of Gabriel-Chemie Ibérica on the masterbatch market
Gabriel-Chemie Ibérica reviews its first ten years of operations, focusing on the development of its production site, the strengthening of customer relations and integration within the international network of the Gabriel-Chemie Group.
Asahi Kasei Advance debuts at Techtextil 2026 with nonwovens portfolio
Asahi Kasei Advance will exhibit for the first time at Techtextil 2026 in Frankfurt, presenting a portfolio of high-performance nonwovens, flame-retardant fabrics and advanced textile solutions for various industries.
Spotlight Forum at interpack 2026: 7 days, 7 topics
The Spotlight Forum at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf will feature around 75 presentations and debates on regulation, resource efficiency, automation, artificial intelligence and securing skilled labour. Under the motto “7 days, 7 topics”, experts from industry, politics, associations and institutions will shape the programme.
EuPF: partial exemption of stretch film from reuse targets
The European Commission has adopted a delegated act exempting pallet wrapping films and straps from the 100% reuse obligation in certain domestic and intra-group applications. However, EuPF notes that the lack of an exemption for cross-border transport leaves a key reuse target unresolved.
Vecoplan presents VEZ 3300 e-mobil mobile shredder at IFAT 2026
Vecoplan is launching the VEZ 3300 e-mobil mobile shredder for flexible applications in the circular economy. The unit will premiere at IFAT 2026 in Munich, accompanied by a presentation of modular recycling solutions.
KHS Supreme bottle: Plasmax barrier for oxygen-sensitive beverages
The KHS Group is introducing the KHS Supreme system that uses Plasmax barrier technology to protect oxygen-sensitive beverages such as tea while maintaining full recyclability of PET bottles, including rPET.
Alujain and Beaulieu plan joint venture in fibre production
Alujain Corporation and Beaulieu International Group have signed a memorandum for the creation of a joint venture in Saudi Arabia, focused on local production of synthetic fibres and non-wovens and on developing GEONATPET operations in Yanbu.
BOY presents LSR application at Plastindia 2026
At Plastindia 2026, BOY and its Indian representative Karan Engineering Co. presented on a BOY 50 E injection moulding machine an application for liquid silicone seals for automotive connectors, attracting strong interest from trade visitors.
