• Ampacet has been selected as a finalist at the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe with a new masterbatch developed for flexible films containing post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics. • The solution is designed to improve processing stability and maintain the required slip performance in films with higher recycled content. • It addresses one of the key technical challenges faced by film producers as PCR content continues to increase. • The development reflects the growing importance of specialty additives in enabling high-performance recycled plastic applications.
• PLAST 2026 is taking place in Milan from 9–12 June 2026. • KraussMaffei is presenting its PX electric injection moulding machine series. • Engel is showcasing digital manufacturing solutions powered by AI and automation. • Fanuc introduces the new Roboshot SC series with improved energy efficiency. • BASF highlights advanced material solutions and its commitment to the European market. • Energy efficiency, digitalisation and automation are among the key themes driving innovation in the automotive plastics sector.
• PLAST 2026 opens today, 9 June, at Fiera Milano Rho — runs until 12 June 2026 • Over 1,000 exhibitors, 44% international, from more than 109 countries • Total exhibition area exceeds 40,000 m² across six halls • Three satellite shows: RUBBER, 3D PLAST and PLAST-MAT • Key themes: recycling technology, energy-efficient machinery, bio-based and recycled polymers, automation and AI • Major exhibitors present include BASF, Krauss
• L-Boxx Contractor won at Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026 • Product contains more than 70% post-consumer recycled polypropylene (PCR) • Material originates from end-of-life vehicles and large household appliances • Product still meets Bosch requirements for impact and drop resistance • Example of mechanical recycling integrated into a demanding technical application
On 18 May 2026, on the eve of Plastpol at Targi Kielce, Poland, more than 100 representatives of the plastics industry gathered for the Plastics Industry Meeting to address three structural pressures reshaping the sector: geopolitical instability, rising costs and an increasingly complex regulatory environment. The central question was how Europe can maintain a level playing field in the global plastics market without weakening its own industrial base.
• Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026 took place during PRSE 2026 in Amsterdam • The awards highlighted innovative technologies, products and projects from the plastics recycling industry • Solutions for recyclable packaging, PCR integration and recycling automation were among the winners • The event gathered recyclers, converters, machinery producers and packaging companies from across Europe • The 2026 edition focused strongly on practical circularity and high-quality recycled materials
The International Automotive Recycling Congress (IARC) 2026, starting on March 25 in Hamburg, highlights the growing importance of recycling in the European automotive industry. Bringing together up to 300 industry decision-makers, the event marks a critical step toward circularity, with an increasing focus on plastic materials.
European circular economy summit announced in Romania
The Plastics Recycling Conference 2026, scheduled for February 23–25 in San Diego (USA), brings into focus key industry themes including mandatory recycled content (PCR), chemical recycling, the expansion of EPR systems, and solutions for hard-to-recycle plastic streams.
Ecomondo 2025 set new attendance records and confirmed its role as a global hub for the circular economy. With over 1,700 exhibitors, international delegations from 65 countries and strong focus areas such as plastics recycling, WEEE, critical raw materials and digitalisation, the event delivered clear signals for the direction of the plastic and recycling secto
Circular Valley Forum 2025 highlights the importance of cross-border and cross-sector collaboration to accelerate circular economy projects, with a significant focus on packaging, plastics, and resource management
The leading European green technology fair highlights breakthrough innovations in thermal recovery, chemical recycling, and AI-based sorting.
Advanced extrusion lines dominate the show, targeting PPWR compliance and efficienc
The world’s largest trade fair for plastics and rubber – K2025, taking place from 8–15 October 2025 in Düsseldorf – is set to host more than 3,000 exhibitors from over 150 countries, with an estimated 180,000 visitors. Key themes: circular economy, digitalization, and sustainable materials.
Shangyi Environmental Technology, a Chinese leader in advanced recycling machinery and intelligent sorting systems, is attending K2025 Düsseldorf, the world’s leading trade fair for the plastics and recycling industries.
At K2025 (Oct 8–15, Düsseldorf), new themes include defossilisation, chemical recycling and circularity.
Recycling plants in Europe operated at ~55% capacity in 2023; low-priced imports further undermine competitiveness.