Engel Group strengthens Indian market presence through strategic partnership with Electronica Plastic Machines

The Engel Group, a leading supplier of injection moulding technology from Europe, has entered a strategic partnership with Electronica Plastic Machines (EPM), a renowned Indian manufacturer of hydraulic injection moulding machines. By acquiring a stake in EPM, the company becomes part of the Engel Group, creating opportunities for closer cooperation in

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Caps made from 100 % recycled post-consumer plastics

The Brazilian recycling company Grupo Ecological, based in Limeira, to the west of São Paulo, has two plastic recycling lines dedicated to processing challenging post-consumer and post-industrial plastics into high-quality regranulate. Two of Lindner’s Micromat shredders and one Lindner Washtech washing line ensure a consistent throughput and output of high-quality plastic

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Transforming PET packaging and textiles in the US

A new study, published by Systemiq with support from Closed Loop Partners, Eunomia and The Recycling Partnership, outlines a comprehensive roadmap to transition the U.S. PET packaging and polyester textile industries from the current linear single-use model towards circular, low-waste and low-emission systems by 2040. Titled ‘Transforming PET Packaging and Textiles

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Sidel introduces Hydra Ultrasonic – its new bottle washer with powerful dual technology

With beverage bottlers requiring a solution that reduces production costs while improving their environmental footprint, Sidel has launched its new bottle washer which combines chemical and ultrasound technology for the highest performance. Sidel will unveil Hydra Ultrasonic for the first time at the international trade show, BrauBeviale. The growing focus on

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Plastics Europe: Falling EU competitiveness threatens circular plastics transition

Plastics Europe’s latest data on the health of the European plastics system highlights a steeper-than-expected downturn in the production of plastics and, for the first time, in mechanically recycled plastics production in 2023 in Europe. Compared to 2022, total EU plastics production saw a sharp decline of 8.3%, falling to 54

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Ester Industries Advances Sustainable Packaging with Gneuss Recycling Technology in India

Ester Industries is planning to install Gneuss OMNI 200 system to boost sustainable BOPET film production, aligning with India’s 2025 recycling goals and regulatory requirements. India has set a goal to reduce plastic waste and promote a circular economy. Comprehensive waste collection systems and recycling infrastructure will be in place by

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Amcor and Berry to combine in all-stock transaction creating a global leader in consumer, healthcare packaging solutions

Amcor plc and Berry Global Group, Inc. announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement, pursuant to which Amcor and Berry will combine in an all-stock transaction. Berry shareholders will receive a fixed exchange ratio of 7.25 Amcor shares for each Berry share held upon closing, resulting in Amcor and

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