LNJ GreenPET and Sumitomo Corporation sign MoU for strategic collaboration in rPET sector

LNJ GreenPET, a part of the LNJ Bhilwara Group, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japan-based Sumitomo Corporation to establish a strategic collaboration in the rapidly growing rPET sector in India. The agreement outlines a multi-pronged framework for cooperation, encompassing commercial development, raw material procurement, marketing, and potential

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Avantium successfully starts up first part of its FDCA flagship plant

Avantium N.V., a leader in renewable and circular polymer materials, announced the successful start-up of the sugar dehydration (SDH) unit and all auxiliary systems and utilities at its FDCA Flagship Plant in Delfzijl, the Netherlands. According to the company, this achievement marks a key technical achievement in the phased commissioning and

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Circularix launches new PET recycling facility in Ocala, Florida

Circularix, a leading U.S.-based producer of food-grade recycled PET announced the successful completion and commercial start-up of its new recycling facility in Ocala, FL. The site complements Circularix’s flagship facility in Hatfield, PA and is intended to significantly expand the company’s ability to deliver high-quality food-grade recycled PET resin to leading consumer

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First Origin PET caps in stores with Power Hydration pilot launch

Origin Materials, Inc. announced the first Origin PET caps in stores. Origin partnered with Power Hydration, a new alkaline beverage brand, for the initial release of the first-of-its-kind product in select California stores, featuring a recyclable bottle and cap. Origin CEO John Bissell commented on Aug 14: “We’re excited to announce

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Plastics Industry Association announces new staff additions

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) is pleased to announce several new additions across the PLASTICS team, reinforcing the association’s ongoing commitment to protect the industry, promote continued investment in innovation and sustainability, and advocate for the more than one million workers across the plastics supply chain. “I’m thrilled to welcome several

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Plastic Systems, part of Pegaso Industries, announces change in company leadership

Plastic Systems S.r.l., an internationally recognised company in the field of systems for the treatment, dehumidification, and dosing of plastic polymers, and part of the Pegaso Industries S.p.A. Group, announces that effective July 30, 2025, the company’s leadership has been assumed by Eng. Rinaldo Piva, current President of the Pegaso Industries

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Origin Materials and Hordijk to mass produce PET bottlecaps

Origin Materials and Royal Hordijk Packaging announced a strategic partnership to mass produce PET bottlecaps. Hordijk has more than 100 years of experience in packaging innovation, with a focus on sustainability and commitment to innovation in circular packaging. The company develops and manufactures plastic packaging solutions for the food, personal care,

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Veolia to close recycling facilities MultiPet and Multiport GmbH in Bernburg, Germany

Veolia has announced that it will shut down its plastic recycling facilities MultiPet and Multiport GmbH in Bernburg at the end of 2025. The decision comes in response to persistently challenging market conditions in the plastic recycling sector. The company has pledged to support the 122 employees affected by the closure.

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