A large-scale industrial pilot project tested whether plastics from end-of-life vehicles can be efficiently recycled. The results show strong technical potential, but costs, contamination, and supply chain fragmentation remain major obstacles.
Borouge International, BlueAlp, and Woosh have partnered to chemically recycle disposable baby diapers into pyrolysis oils that can be used to create new polymers, advancing circular economy solutions for hygiene waste in Europe.
Brent crude is trading near $95 per barrel and WTI around $92 as geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran continue to drive uncertainty across global energy markets. Investors are closely watching the Strait of Hormuz, diplomatic negotiations, and the potential impact on inflation, fuel prices, and the global economy.
Oil markets remain highly sensitive to the escalating US-Iran conflict and uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude is trading around $96 per barrel while WTI remains near $93, reflecting geopolitical risk, supply concerns, and fragile diplomatic negotiations.
Aberystwyth University researchers have developed a seaweed-based biodegradable plastic using alginate, offering a sustainable alternative for food packaging with potential to reduce global plastic waste.
SK chemicals announced that seven materials from its ECOTRIA CLARO and SKYPET product families have been officially recognized by RecyClass as compatible with European PET recycling systems, reinforcing the company’s commitment to circular plastics and sustainable recycling technologies.
Avantium and Heynen Systems are collaborating to evaluate the use of releaf® PEF, a plant-based and circular polymer, in bedding and upholstery products. The partnership introduces a prototype cushion designed to explore sustainable comfort foam applications.
AMP Polymix and Lignin Industries are partnering to accelerate the adoption of biobased thermoplastics across multiple industries. Their collaboration focuses on lignin-based polymer solutions that can reduce CO₂ emissions while maintaining the performance of conventional plastics.
Europe’s recycling industry is facing a growing crisis as low demand for recycled plastics threatens investments, expertise, and processing capacity. A new German study outlines six practical measures to strengthen the circular plastics economy, stabilize the recycling market, and prepare for future recycled content requirements.