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Oceanzyme investigates enzymatic recycling of marine waste

Oceanzyme investigates enzymatic recycling of marine waste

The Oceanzyme project is analysing new enzymatic recycling solutions for marine waste collected during passive fishing campaigns. The consortium aims to verify the potential for its valorisation and reuse, including in fisheries and aquaculture.

Source One Plastics resumes operations after fire

Source One Plastics resumes operations after fire

Source One Plastics is gradually restoring operations at its sorting and recycling plant in Eicklingen after a fire at the end of January 2026. The rebuilt facility is expected to operate more efficiently, with higher quality and lower emissions.

Woosh, Borouge and BlueAlp close the loop for diaper plastics

Woosh, Borouge and BlueAlp close the loop for diaper plastics

Woosh, Borouge International and BlueAlp have carried out an industrial-scale demonstration in Europe of chemical recycling of plastics recovered from used baby diapers. The project outlines a potential route for managing one of the more challenging hygiene waste streams.

Stadler opens Japan office for recycling market

Stadler opens Japan office for recycling market

Stadler has opened an office in Japan, strengthening its presence in a market where waste sorting technologies are gaining importance ahead of thermal treatment. The company aims to support material recovery, particularly from plastics and municipal waste.

Grupa Recykl expands used tyre collection in Lithuania

Grupa Recykl expands used tyre collection in Lithuania

Grupa Recykl is launching a used tyre collection network in Lithuania, based on the acquired company APG. The project forms part of a broader expansion strategy into the Baltic and Scandinavian markets and is accompanied by the development of new products from tyre recycling.

Warsaw drowns in noise: the solution lies in used tyres

Warsaw drowns in noise: the solution lies in used tyres

A report on noise in Warsaw points to systemic exceedances of WHO recommendations and national standards. The Polish Tyre Recyclers Association notes that solutions using rubber from recycled tyres can reduce road and tram noise and are ready for implementation.

Vecoplan VEZ 3300 e-mobil for mobile shredding

Vecoplan VEZ 3300 e-mobil for mobile shredding

Vecoplan is expanding the VEZ series with the mobile VEZ 3300 e-mobil shredder, designed for changing locations without foundation work. The company highlights a plug-and-play concept, the HiTorc drive, and control and remote service support functions.

New battery sorting line in Ginsheim-Gustavsburg

New battery sorting line in Ginsheim-Gustavsburg

A facility for industrial sorting of spent household batteries has been launched in Ginsheim-Gustavsburg. The project was delivered jointly by STADLER, weeeSwiss, Saubermacher, Meinhardt Städtereinigung and METZEN Industries.

Vecoplan expands the VEZ 3300 series with a mobile version

Vecoplan expands the VEZ 3300 series with a mobile version

Vecoplan AG is launching a new version of the VEZ 3300 single-shaft shredder, which will be available in both stationary and mobile variants. The machine has been designed for flexible processing of alternative fuels, waste, used wood and biomass.