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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
The company has ceased operations at its facilities in Oslo, Skive, and Malmo.
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
The partnership will provide students with industry skills and knowledge.

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

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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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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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Greek police probe 'foul play' in death of woman found in suitcase
Elisabeth-Jane Ross's body was found in an abandoned building in the Kypseli district in Athens on 18 July.
Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian, Polish PM says
The missile left a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine.
Glen Hansard: Meeting heroes and the tape that changed his life
Glen Hansard, who died in a motorbike crash on Wednesday, travelled an unusual journey to stardom.
Victims of disgraced funeral boss 'unable to get refunds'
Robert Bush defrauded 172 people who bought funeral plans out of £562,000, a court hears.
Thousands evacuated in Crete as Europe battles wildfires
Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.