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ICIS and CPCIF have released a new study shedding light on the impacts of the European Union’s circularity regulation on global demand for recycled plastics, generally and China’s chemical industries, in particular, with key implications across packaging, automotive, and textiles.
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IMRO Maschinenbau is set to open a facility capable of processing complex waste streams such as incinerator bottom ash (IBA), in collaboration with ZenRobotics.
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The European Composites Industry Association (EuCIA) has announced the successful formation of the European Circular Composites Alliance (ECCA), a voluntary initiative dedicated to advancing the circularity of composite materials. So far more than 160 organisations have joined the ECCA since its official launch in May 2025.
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Pellenc is launching AISEE, an AI-based quality control analyser designed to support operators in achieving high efficiency and top-quality outputs. AISEE focuses on monitoring, analysing, and improving the quality of recyclable fractions, while reducing material losses.
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In 2023, around 130 kilograms (kg) of food per person were wasted in the EU.
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In early August 2025, the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) officially accredited PlastCert, a division of RIGK GmbH, in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17065 for the certification programmes “RecyClass Recycling Process” and “RecyClass Recycled Plastic Traceability”.
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The demanding requirements for quality and quantity in waste stream separation call for new solutions to meet these challenges. One promising approach lies in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision, combined with existing technologies such as near-infrared (NIR) cameras. This article aims to introduce these technologies, explain their exponential growth, explore current applications in waste sorting, and highlight their potential for the future.
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At K show in Düsseldorf, Erema Group has announced a strategic investment in clean technology company BlockTexx. The company has developed a process that separates polyester and cellulose from blended textiles.
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Fornnax Technology has announced the launch of the R-MAX3300. According to the company, it is the biggest secondary shredder in its class.
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Nextloopp Americas has announced that Mexican-based Alcamare International Grouphas joined the project to participate in its mission to close the loop on food-grade polypropylene.
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Ahead of the deployment of digital product passports for batteries (2027) and electronics (2030), the CE-RISE project highlights the importance of testing circular solutions in practice.
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A comprehensive new report published today by BB-REG-NET reveals that certified biodegradable plastics offer a viable pathway to reducing long-term microplastic accumulation in the environment, challenging concerns that these materials simply accelerate plastic fragmentation.
