PET

Marchesini Group, a leading company in the design and production of automatic lines and machines for pharmaceuticals and cosmetics packaging, has become a conscious and active player in the field of sustainability in the packaging supply chain.

The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) and RecyClass published the second progress report of their collaboration, which aims to accelerate the global harmonisation of plastics recyclability.

Aliplast, a subsidiary of Herambiente and part of the Hera Group, and one of Europe’s leading companies in plastic regeneration, has acquired the PET recycling operations of Gurit Italia located in Carmignano di Brenta (Padua, Italy).

Appointment in Brussels on 4th and 5th February for the 2025 edition of Petcore Europe, which this year is titled "The PET Value Chain: Debating Challenges on the Journey from SUP to PPWR". The event aims to spotlight the successes and challenges of the PET supply chain in transitioning from a linear to a circular model.

Reducing production costs and improving environmental impact:
Two key priorities for beverage bottlers are addressed by Hydra Ultrasonic, Sidel's innovative bottle washer that combines chemical and ultrasonic technologies. With the market increasingly shifting towards sustainable solutions, reusable glass and PET bottles are gaining momentum, also driven by reuse targets set by regulations. These containers not only reduce the use of raw materials but also ensure product safety when they reach consumers' hands.

Husky, a pioneer in providing packaging solutions, returns to exhibit at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, taking place from 5-7 November in Dubai, to present its latest innovations and support the circular economy across the entire lifecycle of packaging.

JFE (Jindal Films Europe) is investing in R&D and advanced production capabilities to create sustainable and recyclable films that meet the evolving needs of the market while reducing environmental impact. In this regard, Manfred Kaufmann, CEO of JFE, stated:

The plastics industry is a sector that requires constant innovation and adaptation. In this dynamic environment, W. u. H. Fernholz, based in Meinerzhagen and Schkopau, Germany, is at the forefront of sustainable innovation: in recent years, it has significantly reduced packaging weights and sheet thicknesses, working closely with its customers to develop eco-friendly plastic packaging. Fernholz is a leading manufacturer of multilayer PP, PS and PET sheets as well as decorated and printed PS sheets.

ILIP, a Bologna-based company specialising in packaging solutions, is participating for the first time at the Fruit Attraction trade fair in Madrid, from 8th to 10th October 2024. The event presents a significant opportunity to showcase an even broader range of innovative and sustainable solutions dedicated to horticulture and food packaging.

Evertis, part of the IMG Group, launches the Evercare brand for the medical sector to offer PET and PETG films that are innovative in terms of sustainability and safety. Selenis, a subsidiary of the Group, focuses on the production of copolyesters.