Plastic packaging milestone for Cadbury Mini Eggs

MONDELÄ’Z International has reached a milestone in its sustainable packaging journey with its Cadbury Mini Eggs. For Easter 2026, the 31.9g, 74g, and 256g Cadbury...
Coveris packaging solutions

No ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach for packaging recycling

COVERIS will use the platform of this year's Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) to spread the message that closing the plastic loop requires collaboration...

RECOUP expands lab capabilities with new microplastic analysis service

RECOUP has announced an expansion of its in-house laboratory through improvements to its microplastic analysis capabilities. The organisation said it marks an 'important development' in...
Supermarket products

Research reveals PCR plastic use in packaging is a hit with consumers

NEW research has revealed the vast majority of European consumers are aware that some typical supermarket products feature recycled plastic in their packaging. Amcor has...

Wet wipes containing plastic to be banned in 2027

THE sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic is to be banned in Scotland from 11 August 2027, the Scottish Government has announced. Wet...
Winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025

Shortlisted finalists revealed for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026

THE finalists have been announced for this year's Plastics Recycling Awards Europe. The winners of all seven categories will be revealed on 6 May at...
Busy conference session at trade exhibition

Conference agenda announced for Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026

THE outline conference programme for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe has been published ahead of the event’s return to the RAI Amsterdam on 5-6...
Thermoforming system being lifted off a lorry

Macpac extends capacity with new thermoforming machine

THERMOFORMED packaging manufacturer Macpac has installed another Illig RDKP 72 automatic pressure thermoforming system at its plant in Stockport. Representing a £700,000 investment, the new...
The AI Innovation Hub at PRSE 2025

Latest AI solutions in the spotlight at Plastics Recycling Show Europe

ORGANISERS of this year's Plastics Recycling Show Europe have revealed that Artificial Intelligence will take centre stage at the event, which returns to RAI...
Clear bottles

DataLase introduces ‘revolutionary’ clear-to-white coating for plastic bottles

LASER printing specialist DataLase has announced the launch of a 'revolutionary' clear-to-white coating for plastic bottles. The solution is said to eliminate filmic and paper...