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Emirates Shipping Line stops accepting plastic waste shipments
The company’s “dedication to safeguarding marine ecosystems and preserving biodiversity” was cited as the reason behind the decision.
Goodfellow invests over £1.5M into US advanced manufacturing hub
The facility will strengthen Goodfellow’s micro-machining and advanced materials capability in the US.
Trioworld announces latest Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation webinar
The webinar, the third in the company’s ‘Policy to Practice’ series, will be titled ‘Navigating PPWR: Understanding Your Role and Responsibilities’.
TotalEnergies becomes the sole owner of the Grandpuits advanced plastics recycling plant
The facility has an annual capacity to process 15,000 tons of plastic waste.
Syklo opens its Hyvinkää circular economy hub
The facility combines Finland’s largest plastic recycling facility with an industrial-scale biocomposite facility.

Exchange for Change has announced the five companies that will provide logistics and processing facilities for the incoming deposit return schemes (DRSs) for drinks containers across the UK.

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According to a new survey of 200 British businesses throughout non-food supply chains, by retail logistics company Advanced Supply Chain, EPR rollout has led to increased levels of packaging waste for almost half (47%) of British manufacturers and suppliers. 

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Packaging machinery and processing exhibition Empack, organised by Easyfairs, has unveiled a new visual identity ahead of its return to the NEC Birmingham on 24-25 February 2027.

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Packaging machinery supplier Autopack has launched Autoweigh, a new handling, weighing and inspection equipment division, at PPMA show 2026.

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Coveris has announced the launch of PolyFlex Thermoform, a new thermoforming packaging solution developed in collaboration with Signature Flatbreads and Al’Fez for a range of flatbreads.

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Zack Polanski to call for three-year cap on private rent rises
In his speech to his party's conference, the Green leader will frame housing as a key issue of generational fairness.
US pressures Europe over diesel reserves as Trump threatens export ban
President Donald Trump has threatened to ban diesel exports in a bid to ease prices in the US ahead of the November elections.
Ferguson on brain haemorrhage and games that shaped his life
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson speaks to BBC Breakfast as he approaches his 85th birthday.
First minister demands 'new deal' for Wales before Plaid Cymru conference
Rhun ap Iorwerth will address members at Plaid's first conference since winning the Senedd election.
The Papers: 'Laughing criminals let loose' and 'Return to the castle'
Inmates who were released early from prisons in England and Wales are pictured on several of Friday's front pages.