Italy

April 17, 2026 - The first EU report on the SUP Directive shows that several Member States had already met the 2025 bottle collection target by 2022.

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REPI expands with Singapore production hub

The Swiss group specialising in liquid additives and colorants for polyurethanes and thermoplastics is strengthening its leadership in the Asia-Pacific region.

Respect technology debuts in the US

Siropack Italia has assigned the US patent for its PET tray production process to Clearly Clean.

  • PTA/PET plants to move from Rotterdam to Oman
    Indorama Ventures’ Dutch plants, transferred to MAK Germany, will be relocated to the Port of Sohar.
  • The numbers behind Europe’s chemicals crisis
    Cefic has published a report detailing the worsening condition of Europe’s chemical sector, marked by plant closures, eroding competitiveness and a sharp slowdown in investment.
  • Treofan Germany becomes Polyopt
    The German BOPP film producer has been acquired by UAE-based Al Ghurair Group, which is already active in the sector through Taghleef Industries and Arabian Flexible Packaging.
  • Piovan expands with two deals in italy
    Added competencies in dosing, conveying and plant components for polymers, food and industrial applications.
  • Chemical recycling starts up at Amcor Heanor
    Pilot plant with Greenback’s Enval technology brought online to treat waste from multilayer flexible packaging.

Dow appoints Karen Carter as CEO

April 14, 2026 - The US chemicals group has launched a leadership transition that will see Jim Fitterling become Executive Chair from 1 July.

Chemical safety in recycled plastics

April 14, 2026 - An OECD study highlights traceability gaps in recycled materials and identifies standards, controls and analytical techniques as essential to safer circularity.

In the ironworking district where BMB IMMs take shape

April 13, 2026 - During the Promaplast press tour, the Brescia-based manufacturer showcased its production model, technical identity and investment strategy.

FPE opposes PPWR revision or delay

April 13, 2026 - The European association representing flexible packaging manufacturers is calling for the prompt publication of practical, harmonised implementation guidelines.

MTR PET plant for Köksan

April 10, 2026 - Uhde Inventa-Fischer will supply technology, engineering, major equipment and operator training.

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Sealed Air moves to CD&R

April 14, 2026 - The deal closes at $10.3 billion, taking the packaging group off the New York Stock Exchange and into private equity ownership.

FPE opposes PPWR revision or delay

April 13, 2026 - The European association representing flexible packaging manufacturers is calling for the prompt publication of practical, harmonised implementation guidelines.

Magna to divest Lighting and Rooftop businesses

April 9, 2026 - European automotive lighting operations will be transferred to Bavarian holding company Mutares.

Aluminum tariffs could boost PET bottle use

February 14, 2025 - Beverage producers may shift from cans to plastic bottles. Coca-Cola is already considering the move.

CEN standard for design for recycling

April 16, 2026 - First part of EN 18120 published. Ceflex highlights complementarity with the D4ACE programme for flexible packaging.

EVENTS

Amsterdam, 5–6 May 2026

PRS Europe 2026 agenda unveiled

A two-day programme in Amsterdam will address EU regulation, investment conditions and emerging markets, including polyurethane recycling.

Milan, 9–12 June 2026

Plast 2026: free registration opens 2 March

Visitor sign-up for the Milan triennial on plastics, rubber and composites begins in ten days.

Friedrichshafen Oct. 12–16, 2026

Plastics fair Fakuma confirms Friedrichshafen

With strong exhibitor interest and regional support, the event will remain at its traditional Lake Constance location for at least five more years.

WPU plans Rotterdam pyrolysis plant

April 10, 2026 - An 80,000 t/y chemical recycling plant could be built next to Vitol’s refinery in the Dutch port area.

Magna to divest Lighting and Rooftop businesses

April 9, 2026 - European automotive lighting operations will be transferred to Bavarian holding company Mutares.

No rebound for thermoplastics in Italy

April 9, 2026 - Plastic Consult says consumption remained flat in 2025, with weak manufacturing, high energy costs and renewed uncertainty clouding the outlook for 2026.

US tariff changes reshape machinery trade

April 9, 2026 - Up to 50% on the value of the entire equipment, with a tariff cap of 15% for injection molding machines and molds.