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.

Antonino Furfari - Plastics Recyclers Europe

Fabrizio Di Gregorio - Plastics Recyclers Europe

Paolo Glerean - RecyClass

PIPC assesses proposed changes to the EU ETS system

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 unveils a refreshed identity

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.

Fakuma 2026 with an anniversary event programme

The 30th edition of Fakuma will take place in Friedrichshafen from 12 to 16 October 2026. In addition to an exhibition covering the full plastics processing value chain, the organisers are announcing an industry round table, a new innovation award, a startup area and Career Friday.

ReVentas joins HG2030 for PP recyclate in packaging

ReVentas has joined the European HG2030 – Circular Packaging consortium. The company aims to use its solvent-based purification technology to obtain polypropylene of virgin-like quality for rigid food packaging.

Sun Chemical receives RecyClass certification for PU inks

Sun Chemical has obtained RecyClass certification for its solvent-based SunUno SoliCycle inks for flexible packaging. Combined with certified SunLam laminating adhesives, the solution is intended to support the design of packaging structures compatible with recycling.

Oceanzyme investigates enzymatic recycling of marine waste

The Oceanzyme project is analysing new enzymatic recycling solutions for marine waste collected during passive fishing campaigns. The consortium aims to verify the potential for its valorisation and reuse, including in fisheries and aquaculture.

Registration and exhibitor applications open for TaipeiPlas 2026

The organizers of TaipeiPlas 2026 have opened exhibitor applications and online visitor registration. The event will take place on September 15 to 19, 2026, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center and will focus on smart manufacturing, innovative materials, and sustainability.

Amcor obtains RecyClass certification for Bontite films

Amcor has obtained RecyClass certification for selected specifications of Bontite Sustane stretch film containing post-consumer recycled content. The solution is intended to support customers preparing for changes to the UK Plastic Packaging Tax from 2027.