Duma Recycling highlights LDPE and LLDPE recyclates at K 2025
Duma Recycling outlines LDPE and LLDPE recyclate production using Intarema TVEplus lines with double, laser-assisted filtration. The company appears at K 2025, Hall 7, level 2, G11.
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Labelexpo Europe 2025 opens next week in Barcelona
Labelexpo Europe 2025 will open at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona with more than 650 exhibitors and an expanded scope covering label production and outer packaging embellishment. The program emphasizes technology, education, sustainability and community initiatives.
Coveris launches monomaterial resealable tray for chilled foods
Coveris has introduced the MonoFlexBP resealable monomaterial tray for refrigerated foods, paired with a PET- and PA-free lidding film for PP trays. The solution targets recyclability, shelf life and compatibility with existing lines.
Cray Valley to supply ISCC Plus resins for Continental tires
TotalEnergies’ Cray Valley has agreed to supply ISCC Plus-certified Cleartack and Ricon resins to Continental. Using a mass balance approach and bio-feedstock from used cooking oil, the materials aim to increase renewable content in tire value chains while maintaining safety and performance.
Exolon Group to present Ecorange at K 2025
Exolon Group will showcase its Ecorange line of transparent polycarbonate and polyester sheets with a reduced carbon footprint at K 2025. The portfolio uses recycled and bio-circular feedstocks with ISCC Plus certification and supports closed-loop recycling.
Circular Valley Convention 2026 with BASF, Bayer, Evonik, Henkel
Circular Valley Convention will return on 11 and 12 March 2026 at Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf, co-hosted by BASF, Bayer, Evonik and Henkel. Exhibitor registration and ticket sales are open, with a super early bird offer valid until 30 September 2025.
Sidel to showcase EvoBLOW Laser technology at drinktec 2025
Sidel announces it will present the EvoBLOW Laser technology at drinktec 2025 in Munich. The solution is designed to enable precise heating of PET and rPET preforms, lightweighting of bottles, and stable line operation.
Continental first to use Lanxess’ sustainable rubber additive
Continental is the first tire maker to use Lanxess's ISCC PLUS-certified Vulkanox HS Scopeblue, a TMQ antioxidant with a carbon footprint more than 30 percent lower than the conventional grade and no required process changes.
Arburg spotlights arburgGREENworld at K 2025
At K 2025, Arburg will present its arburgGREENworld pavilion within the VDMA "The Power of Plastics Forum", focusing on water, circular economy and CO2 reduction. Live demonstrations will include turning HDPE ghost nets into model dolphins and a compact lecture programme with external experts.
Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026 open for entries
Entries are open for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026. Seven categories recognise innovation and applications of recycled plastics, with winners to be announced during the 10th anniversary of PRS Europe in Amsterdam on 5–6 May 2026; the entry deadline is 5 December 2025.
Envalior publishes first sustainability report for 2024
Envalior has released its first Sustainability Report, covering January to December 2024 and including a Double Materiality Assessment. The voluntarily prepared report outlines progress and plans across ESG topics, including a 2030 climate transition plan and steps toward ESRS alignment.
P&G expands use of rHDPE in personal care packaging
Procter & Gamble presents shampoo bottles for Aussie, Head & Shoulders and Pantene Pro-V made from 100% rHDPE, underscoring material quality and purity. The company highlights value chain collaboration, CosPaTox guidelines and solvent-based purification such as dissolution recycling.
