
PED: Slight increase in plastics production
Plastics production in Germany recorded an increase of 2.2 per cent in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter.

PPWR: Legal opinion on reusable packaging obligations
According to a recent legal opinion commissioned by several associations, planned bans on single-use transport packaging are based on an incorrect legal basis.
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VCI quarterly report: Sentiment in the industry cools again
The recovery lost momentum in the second quarter, according to the German Chemical Industry Association (VCI).
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Audi: Radiator grille with recycled content goes into series production
Radiator grilles with PC and PET recyclates are to go into series production for Audi models.
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ZSVR publishes new minimum standard
A new minimum standard for assessing the recyclability of packaging has been in force since 1 September 2024.

PED presentation with key points on the PPWR at FACHPACK 2024
Plastics Europe Deutschland (PED) is offering a presentation on the effects of the European Packaging Regulation (PPWR) during the FACHPACK 2024 trade fair.
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Drugstore chain DM: Use of recyclate for own brands
HDPE recyclates from the British company Biffa are to be used in packaging for DM's own brands, reports Euwid.
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Rewindo: Exte is a new premium partner
The Exte Group has joined the nationwide system for recycling old PVC windows.

LyondellBasell takes over recycler APK Merseburg
The Dutch group Lyondell-Basell (LYB) is acquiring the insolvent Merseburg recycling company.
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VCI: Covestro CEO Steilemann stands for re-election
Dr. Markus Steilemann has been nominated for a second term as President of the German Verband der Chemischen Industrie (VCI).
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