Recycling

Recycling is the process of converting waste into valuables materials in order to produce new objects. Recycling helps save valuable resources and reduce the amounts of waste at landfills. According to the proposal of European Commission, recycling is the main process in the circular economy concept.

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RadiciGroup at K 2025: innovation and sustainability in focus

RadiciGroup will showcase new polyamide and PBT solutions at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, with a focus on e-mobility, photovoltaic and home appliances, alongside bio-based and recycled ranges.

thyssenkrupp Uhde to deliver two PET plants for Köksan in Türkiye and Iraq

thyssenkrupp Uhde’s subsidiary Uhde Inventa-Fischer has signed a Letter of Intent with Köksan for the delivery of two PET production plants in Türkiye and Iraq, utilizing the Melt-To-Resin process to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

Aimplas develops new decontamination methods for recycled polyolefins

Aimplas is leading the Deconwaste project to develop advanced cleaning and decontamination methods for recycled polyolefins, aiming to enable their safe use in food contact applications and comply with European regulations.

Ecomondo 2025 - TOMRA Recycling

Ecomondo 2025 - TOMRA Collection

Ecomondo 2025

Domo at Chinaplas 2026: new Technyl solutions

Domo Engineered Materials announces it will present Technyl material solutions at Chinaplas 2026, focusing on lightweighting, flame and high-temperature resistance, reduced environmental impact materials, and water-contact-certified applications.

Plastic bale prices soar in southern Europe

Italy and Spain have seen marked increases in post-consumer plastic bale prices in recent weeks, while the market in Northwest Europe has remained relatively stable. Recyclers are assessing whether higher feedstock costs can be passed on to end users.

Wolfgang Trunk to speak at Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026

Wolfgang Trunk from the European Commission’s DG Environment has joined the list of confirmed speakers for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026 conference. The 10th anniversary edition will take place on 5–6 May 2026 at RAI Amsterdam.

Tide rolls out bottles with 50% rHDPE PCR in North America

P&G has begun rolling out 37 fl oz Tide laundry detergent bottles in North America with 50% PCR content. The rHDPE used is reprocessed on an Erema machine, with further conversions planned in the coming years.

Erema strengthens a global service standard for recyclers

Erema states it provides a consistent global service standard for users of its recycling systems worldwide. The company bases it on a technician network active in around 60 countries, regular training in Ansfelden, and the BluPort digital tools.

Save Food at interpack 2026: programme of talks and awards

At interpack 2026, the Save Food initiative has scheduled expert talks on 12 May, a project competition, and awards for solutions that reduce food losses. The programme also includes a thematic route across the exhibition grounds.

COAT-Ips develops a heated anti-icing coating

The COAT-Ips project is developing an energy-efficient heated coating to protect aircraft against icing. The solution takes the form of a technical paint, can be repaired on-site, and is being developed by OMAR Coatings, AIMPLAS and INTA.

BMT improves prediction of PET bottle performance

BMT has developed a forming simulation method intended to enable more accurate prediction of wall thickness distribution and performance parameters of PET and rPET bottles before production begins. The solution combines material characterisation with virtual testing.