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Borealis and Menshen, a leading specialist for plastic closures and packaging systems, have collaborated on a series of 10 packaging closures based on Borcycle, an evolving recycling technology which transforms polyolefin-based waste streams into value-adding versatile solutions. Borcycle is used to manufacture a range of compounds made of recycled polyolefins (rPO)
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Total Corbion PLA, a 50/50 joint venture between Total and Corbion, announces its intention to build its second PLA plant with a capacity ramping up to 100,000 t/a. This expansion would make Total Corbion PLA the global market leader in PLA, firmly positioned to cater for the rapidly growing demand for
Read moreAlpek, S.A.B. de C.V. announced that the financial restructuring agreement between M&G Polímeros México, S.A. de C.V. and the majority of its creditors, including certain Alpek subsidiaries, has been approved on a definitive basis by the Mexican bankruptcy court. This approval would conclude the pre-agreed bankruptcy proceedings (“concurso mercantil preacordado”) initiated
Read moreMany viruses have been shown to survive on surfaces including metal, cardboard and plastic. However, plastic items can be treated to trap and inhibit the replication of viruses. Sukano has developed Antiviral Masterbatches for PET and PA fibers that have a strong antiviral effect on the plastic parts, while also potentially
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Bottles and other rigid plastic packaging made from PET are continuing to grow in demand despite pressure over their environmental impact, a recent Smithers study reveals. While Covid-19 is the immediate challenge, new recycling technologies and alternative feedstocks will be increasingly important over the five years to 2025. Data from the
Read moreAmcor announced it has joined the U.S. Plastics Pact, a collaborative, solutions-driven initiative to create a path forward to a circular economy for plastics in the United States by 2025. The U.S. Plastics Pact is focused on four ambitious goals intended to drive significant systems change by unifying diverse cross-sector approaches,
Read moreHolland Colours is an independent Dutch manufacturer of colourants and additives for the plastics market with a strong position in the PET packaging- as well as the building & construction market. The products are known for their low dosing levels, natural carriers and excellent characteristics for recycling possibilities. For the last
Read moreCoca-Cola European Partners (CCEP), the world’s largest independent Coca-Cola bottler, has taken a further step on its journey towards 100% rPET for its plastic bottles by funding CuRe Technology – a recycling start-up which seeks to provide a new lease of life for difficult to recycle plastic polyester waste. The funding
Read morePET grade and preform manufacturer Poliform Hellas added a new PET grade in their product portfolio. Polipet ECO 76WF has been specially designed for bottling mineral water while Polipet ECO 84F is suitable for carbonated soft drinks. Polipet Eco series of products are aligned with EU SUP 2019/904 Directive to deliver
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PETplanet is heading back to Down Under! In our sixth PETcast we interview Mrs Sophie Allison from Doehler in Auckland, New Zealand. The global producer of natural flavours and ingredients recently expanded its business activities in Australia and New Zealand. The company runs five locations now in these countries including a
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PolyOne launched ColorMatrix AAzure Acetaldehyde Control Additive, a process aid for PET and recycled PET (rPET) preforms with added acetaldehyde (AA) control capabilities. It is a patented liquid formulation that is claimed to be able to reduce AA by up to 80 per cent in the preform, helping to counter off-taste
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