The Cold Surface project is developing prefabricated façade systems using photoluminescent materials to reduce heat build-up. The partners aim to lower envelope surface temperatures by up to 2 °C and cut cooling energy demand by 5% to 10%.
Material selection and digital process optimisation are increasingly affecting waste levels in signage production. Both substrates designed for laser processing and software supporting job preparation and execution are important.
The Analyst project has launched the beta version of Analyst-Digi, a digital decision-support tool for safer and sustainable-by-design assessments across safety, environmental, social and economic dimensions.
Endolys has secured planning approval for a £125 million plastic film recycling facility in Darlington. The project includes 12 pyrolysis units and is expected to process up to 120,000 tonnes of film per year.
Neste will supply renewable diesel for the Tara Ocean Foundation’s first 18-month drift expedition in the Central Arctic Ocean. The fuel will support power generation, heating and propulsion during the 2026-2027 scientific mission.
Indorama Ventures has launched a Zero Waste to Landfill initiative at PETValue Philippines, its bottle-to-bottle PET recycling site in Cavite. The project includes co-processing non-recyclable caps and labels as alternative fuel in cement manufacturing.
London Packaging Week 2026 is seeing broader cross-functional registrations from major brands, reflecting the growing role of collaboration in packaging development across marketing, engineering, procurement and sustainability.
KHS received the EcoVadis platinum rating for the second consecutive year. The company improved its score to 89 out of 100 points and maintained its position among the top 1% of highest-rated companies worldwide.
Südpack Medica has officially opened its expanded plant in Coulmer, France. The investment increases production capacity for primary pharmaceutical packaging and sterile barrier systems for medical devices and diagnostics.
The Re-cell project focuses on developing supercapacitors and structural batteries made from recycled carbon fibre for aviation applications. These solutions are intended to combine a load-bearing function with energy storage and support aircraft weight reduction.
The Polish Chamber of Chemical Industry has assessed the proposed changes to the EU ETS presented by the European Commission. The Chamber points to solutions aligned with the sector's demands, but stresses that their significance will depend on detailed provisions and the way they are implemented.
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.