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

Kurucsai Plastic launched a PET line with Gneuss MRS technology

Kurucsai Plastic has launched a PET sheet extrusion line for food packaging based on Gneuss MRS technology. The investment is intended to increase feedstock flexibility, reduce energy consumption and prepare the plant for processing food-grade recycled PET.

RadiciGroup included in Europe’s Climate Leaders 2026 ranking

RadiciGroup has been included in the "Europe’s Climate Leaders 2026" ranking, prepared by the Financial Times and Statista. The list covers companies that have demonstrated significant progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

RecyClass strengthens the role of recyclate in packaging

The RecyClass certification system is used to assess the recyclability of plastic packaging and track the origin of secondary raw materials. The growing importance of this certification is linked to regulatory requirements, supply chain transparency and the development of the circular economy.

Aimplas to organize the HI!-Plastics seminar

Aimplas is preparing the first edition of the international HI!-Plastics seminar dedicated to advanced polymer materials. The programme includes five thematic blocks covering composites, fire resistance, functional materials, energy and industrial coatings.

Residual waste sorting as key to resource recovery and circular economy goals

Stadler says residual waste sorting is becoming an important part of material recovery and achieving circular economy goals. The company points to the growing importance of flexible and safe plants adapted to local conditions.

How digitalisation is driving sustainable packaging innovations

Digitalisation is currently transforming the industry of packaging. Powered by Artificial Intelligence and advanced simulations, it is changing how bottles are being designed, tested and delivered to the market.

Syensqo launches a polymer for modern fabric care

Syensqo has launched Repel-O-Tex Crystal Premium, a new generation soil release polymer for liquid laundry detergents. The solution was developed for shorter and colder wash cycles and compatibility with concentrated formulations and pouches.

Plastotecnica celebrates 50 years of operation

Plastotecnica, a producer of flexible polyethylene packaging, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The company reported growth in revenue and volumes, as well as the development of projects related to post-consumer recycled material.