Europe’s plastics recycling sector is facing its most severe decline in decades, with widespread facility closures threatening sustainability targets, jobs, and circular economy progress across the continent.
Dornbirn GFC 2026 opens its call for papers, inviting global experts to present future-shaping innovations across circular fibres, AI-enhanced materials, smart textiles and high-performance fibre solutions.
An Iranian research company introduces non-toxic nano antibacterial compounds and advanced polymer nanocarriers, offering safer, stronger and more effective solutions for medical, food and hygiene applications.
A new plant- and mushroom-based film developed at Georgia Tech could finally replace traditional plastic packaging. The biodegradable material blocks moisture and oxygen as effectively as common plastics—even in humid conditions.
DOMO Chemicals has earned the EcoVadis Platinum Medal for the second time, placing it among the top 1% of companies worldwide for sustainability performance across all major criteria.
A new alliance, Carbon Fiber Europe, launches under EuCIA to accelerate sustainable carbon fiber innovation, improve safety, support circularity, and boost Europe’s industrial leadership.
CLEAR Premium Water and Radisson Blu New Delhi Dwarka launch a new rPET bottle range made from fully recycled plastic, advancing sustainability in India’s hospitality sector.
RVO has awarded funding to nine circular plastics projects under the CPNL Call 2025, supporting applied research, pilots and large-scale innovations across the Dutch plastics value chain.
A breakthrough collaboration between Hyosung TNC, Lenzing and Pacific Textiles introduces a sustainable yoga fabric collection designed for superior stretch, softness and eco-conscious performance.
