Delta Tecnic is analysing and modifying masterbatch formulations for cables and PVC to reduce emissions at the source. The company states that its new range based on recycled-origin raw materials can lower the carbon footprint by 30%.
KHS is developing a holistic line strategy for the beverage and food industries, addressing cost pressure, the shortage of skilled workers and growing regulatory requirements. The company emphasizes flexibility, automation and solutions that reduce material consumption.
Mondi and Dreco have developed laundry detergent powder packaging with a 50% share of post-consumer recycled content. The solution is designed to provide moisture protection, recyclability and alignment with future PPWR requirements.
SKZ and plus10 are working on an artificial intelligence-based solution intended to stabilize the processing of post-consumer recyclates in injection molding. The Rezi-AI project uses process and material data to reduce scrap, energy consumption and quality fluctuations.
At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, the PiFA association expanded its presence in Asia and highlighted the importance of a fact-based debate on plastics. The event also showed the rapid pace of implementation of automation, AI, and circular economy solutions.
KHS has expanded the Innopack Kisters Advanced series with the BottleClip Carrier solution, enabling stable multipacks of PET bottles with a cardboard carrying handle. The new option is intended to increase packaging flexibility, reduce energy consumption and address growing regulatory requirements.
Polykemi Group has established Polykemi (Thailand) Co. Ltd. and opened a local office in Rayong. The company will serve the market from its plant in Kunshan, China, while also evaluating the future possibility of setting up plastics compounding production in Thailand.
Sidel is announcing the premiere of a 1-litre PET bottle for edible oils produced using stretch blow moulding with laser heating. The Power Ring design is intended to cut weight by 20% while maintaining comparable in-use performance and load resistance.
Aimplas will present in Amsterdam its portfolio of mechanical, chemical and enzymatic recycling solutions and will deliver a technical programme presentation on recyclability testing.
At Plastic Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) 2026 in Amsterdam, Amcor will present how it converts recycled plastics into new packaging at industrial scale. The company will showcase solutions for PE and PP as well as work on advanced recycling.
At Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026 in Amsterdam, Erema will present solutions improving degassing, process stability and regranulate quality for sensitive applications, including in the context of PPWR requirements and work on food-grade polyolefins.
Kraiburg TPE will appear at Interplas 2026 under its own brand for the first time. The company highlights its long-term commitment to the UK market and the expansion of KRAIBURG TPE UK Ltd.