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At a time when ecological issues have become a daily reality for manufacturers, Sidel is now helping its clients maximise their environmental performance thanks to Eco-Audit, a comprehensive approach to improve their PET container production processes. This service will soon apply to other equipment in Sidel’s portfolio. The service, which can
Read moreIoniqa Technologies has sought bankruptcy protection, having determined that achieving a positive cash flow from its advanced polyester recycling technology will take too long. In the last decade, the company has made significant progress towards selling technology licensing packages, demonstrating the viability of its advanced plastic recycling technology on an industrial
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Plastipak Packaging, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Plastipak Holdings, Inc., has announced that its founder President and CEO William C. Young will transition out of his role and welcome the next generation of leadership, Edward V. Morgan. Mr. Young has been the Chairman of the Board of Directors, and President and
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Bologna University and Sacmi have renewed the Framework Agreement that sees them cooperate in areas ranging from research, innovation, technological development and scientific consultancy to higher education and careers guidance. The five-year protocol was signed on October 1st, by Dean Giovanni Molari and the President of Sacmi , Paolo Mongardi. This
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As of October 1, 2024, Dr Christian Rink took over the position of global CFO of the CHT Group held by Prof. Dr Klaus Müller on an interim basis. In this role, he will be responsible for Finance & Controlling, Information Technology, Digitalisation, Compliance Management and Project Management. From now on,
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Samca Group has announced the acquisition of the packaging company Envases Soplados (Enso), which has been owned by the private equity manager GED Capital since January 2018. Founded in 1989 and with 3 plants in Andújar (Jaén), Marinha Grande and Lordelo-Guimarães (Portugal), Enso is the Spanish leader in packaging solutions and
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Iren SpA, in collaboration with Stadler Anlagenbau GmbH, has launched Italy’s largest sorting facility in Borgaro, near Turin. The Circular Plastic plant, designed and built by Stadler, can process 100,000 t/a of mixed plastics and cans , contributing to Italy’s efforts to enhance recycling and close the loop on plastic waste.
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Origin Materials, a technology company focused on sustainable materials, announced the successful completion of the Factory Acceptance Test for its Origin CapFormer System, which is claimed to be the first commercial-scale system for manufacturing PET caps and closures. The system uses thermoforming, slit-and-fold technology and proprietary design elements to enable the
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Husky Technologies announced that Chief Operating Officer Bradley Selleck will assume the role of CEO, effective October 1. The current CEO, John Galt, will transition to the role of Chairman. This leadership change is part of a long-term succession plan designed to maintain stability and position the company for continued growth.
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Z-Moulds has announced the expansion of its operations with the establishment of a new sales and service branch in Sydney, Australia. The new branch, Z-Moulds Pty Ltd, became officially operational in September, marking a key step in the company’s growth. The expansion is aimed at enhancing service and product availability to
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KHS, a systems supplier based in Dortmund, Germany, has once again been awarded a gold rating by sustainability rating agency Ecovadis, scoring 73 out of 100 points in a revised evaluation system. In taking part in the Ecovadis audit, KHS has had its commitment to sustainability, especially within its global value
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