Alpla is establishing the international Plastic is Fantastic association to promote the responsible use of plastics and the development of a circular economy. The organization was founded in Vienna and is open to companies that use polymers.
Ecomondo 2025 opened at Rimini Expo Centre, gathering more than 1,700 exhibitors and a broad international delegation, with over 200 conferences focused on ecological transition and circular economy.
Envalior received the Grand Innovation Award and 1st Place in Enabler Technology at the SPE Automotive Awards, recognizing a recyclable convertible roof cap and a hybrid composite EV battery cover developed with partners.
The EU-funded Upcycle project will demonstrate circular value chains that transform non-recyclable plastic waste into highly recyclable, non-persistent packaging. Aimplas will develop and assess new polyesters and blends, focusing on recyclability and end-of-life safety.
ETH Zurich, in collaboration with BASF, reports that co-gasifying automotive shredder residue with biomass can cut greenhouse gas emissions versus incineration and yield synthesis gas for chemicals, offering policy-relevant insights as the EU prepares new rules on end-of-life vehicles.
RecyClass has issued its first Automotive and EEE Technology Approval to Dow’s Elvaloy AC 1330, confirming full compatibility with the ABS recycling stream under European-like conditions.
ENGEL received four gold awards at the 2025 SPE Automotive Awards, recognising projects in electronical/optical parts, body interior, enabler technology and the Grand Innovation Award. The applications emphasise functional integration, lightweighting and measurable CO₂ reductions.
Ecomondo will take place on 4–7 November 2025 in Rimini. The organizer expects the participation of over 350 buyers from 66 countries and more than 200 conferences and workshops focused on the ecological transition.
Zumtobel has introduced the second generation of its Tecton continuous-row luminaire system, again specifying Röhm’s Plexiglas PMMA molding compounds for the optics. The update expands optical options and emphasizes durability and circular design.
DuPont Cyrel Flexographic Solutions showcased the Cyrel FAST 1000 TD at Labelexpo Europe in Barcelona, aligning with the 25th anniversary of its thermal platemaking system. The company emphasized productivity gains and reduced environmental impact in flexo plate processing.
KeyKeg has evolved from a cardboard-shelled keg to a patented double-PET-wall design, expanded production internationally and added new features including the KeyKeg A valve. The company, operating as OneCircle, links product development with customer support and circularity targets.
Ecomondo 2025, the 28th edition of Italian Exhibition Group’s event on the green, blue and circular economies, will run on 4–7 November in Rimini. The Innovation District will feature 40 start-ups and host technology awards, training activities and a dedicated Green Jobs & Skills area.