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Orion S.A highlights need for change in its 2025 Sustainability Report
Orion S.A highlights need for change in its 2025 Sustainability Report
The report highlights the need for a climate policy that reflects the basic realities of chemistry and manufacturing.
Viridor closes its European chemical recycling operations
Viridor closes its European chemical recycling operations
The company has ceased operations at its facilities in Oslo, Skive, and Malmo.
INEOS and Recuro to develop an advanced recycling facility in Norway
INEOS and Recuro to develop an advanced recycling facility in Norway
The plant will process up to 33,000 metric tonnes of end-of-life plastic waste each year.
Lidl & Kaufland Asia and TaF.tc promote fashion and retail careers
Lidl & Kaufland Asia and TaF.tc promote fashion and retail careers
The partnership will provide students with industry skills and knowledge.
PureCycle Technologies and IPL Schoeller develop polypropylene tubs and lids with 25% PCR content
PureCycle Technologies and IPL Schoeller develop polypropylene tubs and lids with 25% PCR content
Cleveland Kitchen are utilising the 24-ounce container.
Mondi records drop in profits for H1 as Middle East conflict causes supply chain disruptions

Paper packaging giant Mondi has recorded €379m (£324m) profits before tax (EBITDA) for H1 2026, significantly down from €564m (£483m) in 2025.

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Winfried Muehling | Earth Overshoot Day puts the spotlight on circular packaging

Today (30 July) marks Earth Overshoot Day, the point at which humanity has used more natural resources than the planet can regenerate in an entire year.

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A4 Labels launches recycled ocean plastic polyester collection

Fishersgate-based label manufacturer A4 Labels has announced the launch of its new Ocean Action Labels range.

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Southgate Global launches new Innovation Lab

Southgate Global, a specialist in equipment and servicing solutions for packing and fulfilment operations, has officially opened its first UK-based Innovation Lab.

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Aura Global grows software team & expands footprint with larger India studios

Packaging consultancy Aura Global has appointed Keith Williams as director of software engineering to strengthen its technology and AI offering for retailers and brands.

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The Papers: 'Cruel summer' and 'Football's staying home'
The Papers: 'Cruel summer' and 'Football's staying home'
Fires rage near nuclear plant in Suffolk and Uefa mulls World Cup boycott - Friday's papers.
Anthropic says Claude AI hacked three firms during cyber tests
Anthropic says Claude AI hacked three firms during cyber tests
It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.
Crews tackling Suffolk wildfire say they are in better position
Crews tackling Suffolk wildfire say they are in better position
The Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service says "the situation appears to be stabilising" but at least 12 fire engines will remain on scene.
Teen hackers tell BBC how police are helping them use their skills for good
Teen hackers tell BBC how police are helping them use their skills for good
Cyber Prevent is targeting predominantly boys and young men at risk of being drawn to cyber criminality.
What your summer reading list says about you
What your summer reading list says about you
Just picked your holiday book? Our choices can subconsciously reveal important parts of our personality, studies show.