Plastics
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ALPLA, Vida Circular launch plastic bottle recycling initiative in Mexico
Project aims to recover over 200,000 bottles annually and strengthen circular waste systems.
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Innovia Films launches recyclable BOPP film for fresh produce packaging
New monomaterial solution supports shelf life and EU recyclability targets.
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Indorama Ventures, AMB launch fully recyclable PET multilayer trays for European food packaging
Innovation supports EU circular packaging goals and PPWR requirements.
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ExxonMobil, Selene launch heavy-duty sacks with 50% recycled PE
The initiative supports circular packaging while meeting performance requirements for plastic industry logistics.
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Canada’s plastics ban upheld as Appeal Court restores federal authority
The court has reinstated plastics as toxic under federal environmental regulations.
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Visy launches recyclable paper bubble wrap to replace single-use plastics
Paper Bubble joins Visy’s other locally made single use plastic alternatives, including paper retail.
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Singapore’s disposable bag charge cuts supermarket plastic use by up to 80% – NEA
This result aligns with similar bag charge schemes overseas.
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Colgate-Palmolive advances lightweighting with ISBM breakthrough for HDPE bottles
The company is exploring the use of COC “to enable cost-effective, high-performance packaging that meets increasing regulatory requirements for lighter weight”.
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Keurig K-Cup pods now recyclable under Ontario’s Blue Box program
Keurig Dr Pepper believes that approximately 75% of Canadians can recycle their K-Cup pods.
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TotalEnergies Corbion launches label-free PLA bottle to enhance closed-loop recycling
The design allows bottles to enter recycling streams without additional processing.