| In 2022, a total of 83.4 million tonnes of packaging waste was produced in the EU, or 186.5 kg per inhabitant.
Cabka Recycling uses Lindner Micromat HP
| The Cabka Group is a recycling company specialised in producing pallets and large containers made from recycled plastic.
Plastics Recycling Awards Europe entry deadline extended to 04 November
| The entry deadline for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 has been extended until 18.00 CET, Monday 04 November 2024. The judging panel for the 2025 awards has also been announced.
Fratelli Esposito to install first automatic clothing sorting line
| Esposito has signed an agreement with Picvisa for the installation of an automatic clothing sorting line by composition and color at its Marcianise plant.
European container glass industry calls for fast access to low carbon...
| The European container glass industry has published a report today, marking the first and most comprehensive industry-wide research, detailing the steps being taken to decarbonise glass manufacturing.
Polyolefin-coated fabrics as an alternative to PVC
| The TARPAULIFE Project is looking for more sustainable recyclable materials to replace the PVC-coated polyester tarpaulins commonly used in lorries and coverings.
Growth in waste recovery in 2022
| In 2022, some 1 992 million tonnes of waste were treated in the EU, with 61.4% recovered and 38.6% disposed of.