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Versalis

Versalis seeks room for maneuver beyond commodities

November 15, 2024 - We interviewed CEO Adriano Alfani to discuss the company’s new restructuring and transformation plan, which includes the launch of mechanical and chemical recycling initiatives.

Fewer polymers, more specialties in Versalis’ chemistry

October 28, 2024 - How ENI Group’s chemical subsidiary will reshape its assets and portfolio under the recently announced restructuring initiative.

ENI exits cracking as it invests €2 billion in Versalis

October 24, 2024 - Shutdown of Brindisi and Priolo crackers, the last remaining, and polyethylene production in Ragusa announced. A new corporate structure is on the way.

Versalis enters home decor with bio-circular plastics

October 7, 2024 - The Italian chemical company has stepped into the furniture and home decor industry with its new brand, ReUp. The first implementation has taken place at its Ravenna site.

Versalis stops Polyethylene production in Ragusa?

September 26, 2024 - A 50-day production halt was communicated to the chemical workers' unions, who are troubled about the future of the petrochemical industry in Italy.

Bridgestone, BB&G and Versalis partner on tire recycling

September 13, 2024 - Three-party agreement to create a virtuous supply chain aimed at transforming end-of-life tires into new tires.

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PPWR: text adopted, final steps ahead

November 29, 2024 - The European Parliament approves the 'corrigendum' to the text of the new EU regulation. Only the EU Council's ratification and publication in the Official Journal remain pending.

Is recycling in Europe heading toward stagnation?

November 29, 2024 - Data published by Plastics Recyclers Europe show a marked slowdown in growth and a collapse in new investments. Urgent action is needed.

Greiner invests in Italian start-up

November 29, 2024 - The Austrian group participated in a funding round for Milan-based Movopack, which specializes in reusable packaging made from rPET and recycled PP.

Cyclyx doubles down on recycling preparation

November 27, 2024 - A second Circularity Center has been announced in Texas to process waste for mechanical and chemical recycling.

Amazon pioneers sustainable packaging in Italy

November 27, 2024 - At its Operations Innovation Lab in Vercelli, Amazon is leading the development of bioplastics and AI-driven packaging systems, with benefits extending beyond the Italian market.

Harmonized end-of-waste criteria for plastics

November 27, 2024 - A Joint Research Center study reviews the situation in different EU countries and proposes harmonized criteria.

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German plastics industry faces challenges

November 22, 2024 - New study reveals significant declines in plastic production and processing, highlighting challenges from rising costs and increasing competition.

Eight sentenced in Bio-On bankruptcy

November 25, 2024 - The first-instance trial for the collapse of the Italy-based bioplastics producer, once valued at €1.5 billion on the stock market, has concluded.

Registrations open for PRS Europe 2025

November 22, 2024 - Free registration available until March 1, 2025, for the leading European plastics recycling event taking place in Amsterdam in early April.

Major merger in packaging industry

November 19, 2024 - Amcor and Berry Global have agreed to merge, creating a new industrial giant with revenues of approximately $24 billion.

PPWR: text adopted, final steps ahead

November 29, 2024 - The European Parliament approves the 'corrigendum' to the text of the new EU regulation. Only the EU Council's ratification and publication in the Official Journal remain pending.

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