New PET recycling plant in France
APPE has invested €10m in increasing capacity at its PET recycling plant in Beaune, France, by 40%.
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Increasing prices on the PET market
PET prices in Europe accelerated upwards in February putting further pressure on the already squeezed margins of food and drink manufacturers.
Petainer launches innovative new keg
Specialist plastics packaging technology business Petainer has launched an environmentally-friendly, economical, alternative to metal kegs for draught beverages.
India's potential PET market prompts Nissei to expand plant
Hoping to capture more of the growing Indian market and tap into lower-cost research and development, Japanese blow molding equipment maker Nissei ASB Machine Co. Ltd. is investing more than $22 million to double the size of its factory near Mumbai in Maharashtra.
Fashion from recycled plastic
The unparalleled consumer trend for mineral water, dairy-based beverages, energy and probiotic drinks, together with the emergence of a so-called single-serve society, are two factors that are continuing to stimulate further PET-packaging demand.
OCTAL secures US$296 million for next phase of expansion
Global PET packaging leader OCTAL is on track to complete the second phase of its operational expansion this year following a new round of funding from six Middle Eastern banks.
Vaassen Flexible Packaging launches new single layer heat-sealed plastic film
Sauce and condiment producers are benefitting from a new concept in induction seal liners by that increases efficiency and speeds up the product to market process thanks to innovation by Vaassen Flexible Packaging (VFP).
Noble PCTG-Packaging for Armani’s cream pot Crema Nera
The French specialist in high quality injection MGS, Izernore / France, has developed a very noble packaging for Armani’s cream pot Crema Nera.
ColorMatrix Introduces cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation
ColorMatrix, the leading global innovator in liquid colorants and additives for thermoplastic applications, has further expanded its portfolio of breakthrough additive technologies.
Efficiency and performance constancy with the new FLOWMAX Drying System
Fast investment returns with PET drying systems through low energy costs brings competitive advantage
Cooking allowed…at over 120°C (250°F)
From now on food and ready-prepared meal packaging and containers can be made of up to 100% recycled PET (rPET) produced on VACUREMA recycling systems, even if temperatures rise above 120°C (250°F) during the heating process. It does not matter if the items are heated in a microwave or conventional oven.
La Seda is developing the first recyclable PET for the automotive sector
In a clear commitment to introducing new value-added products into the market, La Seda de Barcelona has developed PETAUTO, a project oriented towards improving recycling and sustainability in the automotive industry.
