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Axens, IFPEN, and JEPLAN complete polyester textiles recycling loop
This breakthrough marks a significant step forward for circular polyester loops for the textiles industry.
SG Moulding Solutions presents HoliPress at Interplas 2026
SG Moulding Solutions, the exclusive UK & Ireland representative for HoliMaker, will present details of the new HoliPress High Temp manual injection moulding system at TCT360 / Interplas 2026, in Hall 8, CC14.
Broadway showcases performance materials at Interplas 2026
The company will also be highlighting its sustainability innovations at the event.
STADLER expands into Japan with new office  to support the country’s evolving recycling market
STADLER Anlagenbau GmbH has opened a new office in Japan, marking another step in its international growth strategy and reinforcing its long-term commitment to the Asian market.
Hardie Polymers highlight its reprocessed polymer options at Interplas 2026
Rachel Aitken will also take to the stage at Interplas for her presentation, ‘Reprocessed polymers in practice: From challenge to competitive advantage.’

The universal recycling symbol (♻️), officially named the Mobius loop, dates back to 1970, but now some regions are looking to restrict its use.

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Macfarlane Packaging has announced a new partnership with eutecma to bring its innovative ICECATCH and PROTECT cold chain solutions to the UK.

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The packaging industry is navigating a period of sustained supply chain pressure, with legacy materials such as plastic facing heightened scrutiny and instability.

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According to new research from Pro Carton, the European Association of Carton and Cartonboard Manufacturers, 55% say sustainability has become more or very much more important to them over the last 12 months.

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The European Environment Agency (EEA) says circular economy actions could cut the EU’s CO2 equivalent emissions by 22%. However, it warns that these potential cuts are undermined by an annual €82bn (£71bn) investment gap.

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Sixteen pupils killed in Kenya school fire, local police say
Search-and-rescue operations are ongoing, with the number of casualties yet to be confirmed.
US strikes Iran military site as Tehran says it has targeted American base
The hostilities come during a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran, and protracted negotiations to end the three-month war.
The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil
Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
Israel targets southern Lebanon after evacuation orders
The military says areas south of the Zahrani River are now "combat zones" as it begins fresh strikes.
Legal bid to block UK-backed French migrant detention centre
The Home Office says the UK won’t pay France if the site doesn’t open, under a deal to curb migrant crossings.