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Lone Star Funds acquires DOMO Engineered Materials
The move will combine DOMO EM and RadiciGroup’s product portfolio, expanding geographical reach and capabilities.
GCR appoints Santiago Sans as its new Managing Director
Sans has played a key role in the development of the company’s Innovation & Technology and Industrial divisions.
Borouge International launch a new recycled PP compound, Borcycle GE2331SY
The compound is designed for demanding structural automotive components.
Exchange For Change confirms targeted support for retailers ahead of DRS launch
The support is aimed towards small, independent businesses in England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
LYB recognised by Plastics Recycling Awards Europe for its work with Bosch
The award ceremony was held during the Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam.

Packaging News is hosting an AI-focussed webinar in partnership with Hitachi Digital Services on 30 June.

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Packaging News is hosting an AI-focussed webinar in partnership with Advantive on 25 June.

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The UK Packaging Producer Responsibility Organisation (UK Packaging PRO) has confirmed it has formally established its board and governance arrangements and is now working with PackUK on the phased delegation of responsibilities within the pEPR system.

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As the world gears up for the FIFA World Cup 2026 - Canada, Mexico and the United States, FIFA's sustainability strategy has been in the spotlight.

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SPAR Austria says it has cut fresh meat packaging plastic by 70%, saving 14 tons of plastic annually, by switching from a traditional tray-and-lid packaging system to Cryovac brand MonoPP Flowpack.

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Trump says US-Iran deal to be signed on Sunday as Tehran casts doubt on timing
The US president's comments come as Iran says an exact date has not been decided, but it "will not be tomorrow".
Switzerland votes on plan to cap population at 10 million
The right-wing Swiss People's Party calls the plan a "sustainability initiative", but opponents say it is a recipe for chaos.
Why the US economy keeps defying the odds
Why has the American economy continued to outperform so many of its peers, despite facing the same global shocks?
New York Knicks win NBA championship for first time in over 50 years
The Knicks clinched the title against the San Antonio Spurs, 94-90, in the fifth game of the best-of-seven series.
Why Haiti v Scotland was antidote to the ills of world football
It might have been nervy. It might not have been pretty. But Scotland are here. And Scotland have won. Tom English reports from Boston.