Dvi Survey on Packaging: Recyclability Is the Most Important Factor
According to the survey, consumers in Germany generally rate how well packaging meets their expectations as “good” on average, but they underestimate its recyclability.
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Evonik Offers Materials to Treat Pyrolysis Oil More Efficiently
Catalysts and adsorbents are intended to optimize chemical recycling and promote a functioning circular economy.
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Covestro Supplies Product Made with PCR Recycled Material for the New Lexus
Interior components for the ES model will be manufactured in the future from a plastic that is said to consist of 35 percent post-consumer recycled material.
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International Circular Plastic Day featuring an engaging workshop by BKV and PED
The industry gathering, organised by the bvse Plastics Recycling Association, focused on far-reaching market changes and pressing regulatory issues.
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Machinery manufacturers expect an upturn in 2027
The VDMA Plastics and Rubber Machinery Association forecasts stable turnover for 2026, followed by slight growth from 2027 onwards.
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UBA: Updated procurement guide for products made from recycled materials
According to the Umweltbundesamt (Federal Environment Agency, UBA), the guide to environmentally friendly public procurement for products made from recycled plastics has been comprehensively updated.
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Wuppertal Institute: Position paper on plastics recycling
The Institute has developed six solutions to support the industry on behalf of the German Federal Environmental Foundation (DBU).
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K 2028 under new leadership
Dr Axel von Wiedersperg, Managing Director of the Brückner Group, is the new Chairman of the Exhibitor Advisory Board for the K 2028 trade fair in Düsseldorf..
BKV Report 2025–2026 published
The latest report contains statements from the managing directors of the PED, GKV and VDMA associations and provides an overview of the BKV’s work and studies.
28th bvse International Circular Plastic Day in Bad Neuenahr
The industry gathering organised by the bvse will take place from 9 to 10 June 2026. As part of the International Circular Plastic Day, a joint workshop will be held by BKV and Plastics Europe Deutschland.
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