RECYCLING

Aimplas gains RecyClass accreditation for automotive, E&E testing

NESTLÉ

New AI-based tech proposes novel high-barrier packaging materials / R&D co-op with IBM

PFAS

Canadian team finds substitutes for PTFE in non-stick coatings / PDMS said to have fewer negative effects / Open to collaboration with coatings makers

RECYCLING

Mobile mechanical recycling plant launched by Aimplas project / AI-powered robotic sorting

RESEARCH

Aimplas launches project that spawns compostable biofilms for mushroom cultivation

RESEARCH

Recycling breakthrough for thermosets / Material touted as fully chemically recyclable, biodegradable

RECYCLING SPAIN

Consortium launches Bottle4Flex project to advance 100% rPET packaging

FOOTWEAR

Aimplas develops 3D-printing material from scrap shoe leather

PVC

Scientists develop novel method to make PVC products more durable / New method may mean less microplastics pollution

BIOPLASTICS

Aimplas joins EU project to transform brewer waste into high-value biopolymers

RESEARCH

Scientists develop catalytic recycling process for post-consumer PE, PP

RESEARCH

Swiss scientists improve chemical recycling process for polyolefins / Stirring speed, stirrer design are key, say researchers

LDPE RECYCLING

Research into mechanical and chemical reclaim for ‘best possible' recyclate quality / Joint industrial project

PU FOAM

Development of thermal insulation foam from bio-polyols made of cherry seeds – research

INEOS

Pilot line for recyclable packaging films installed in Belgium

RESEARCH

Aimplas launches project to increase use of reclaimed plastics in automotive parts

RESEARCH

Engineers devise chemical recycling process for polystyrene with 60% yield

CIRCULAR ECONOMY

Aimplas joins zero-waste project for bio-based industrial ecosystems

RESEARCH

UK university launches cutting-edge plastics research group / Revolution Plastics Institute to “lead the way towards a world free from plastics pollution”

RECYCLING

Online tool with global recyclate data up and running