March 13, 2026 - The move marks a further step in the restructuring of the group’s business portfolio under its mid-term strategic plan.
February 13, 2026 - UpSolv has achieved technological maturity for its solvent-based dissolution and purification process for styrenic waste.
January 16, 2026 - On the shelves of Belgian retailer Colruyt, the first packs made with styrene obtained by depolymerising waste at the Plastics2Chemicals plant in Antwerp have reached the market.
November 14, 2025 - European PS supply to be consolidated in Antwerp. ABS unit in Wingles to remain operational.
September 26, 2025 - The first batch of styrene monomer obtained through depolymerisation of packaging waste delivered to Ineos Styrolution.
September 5, 2025 - New partnership targets northern Italy’s post-consumer styrenics waste for Porto Marghera’s 20,000 t/y mechanical recycling facility.
February 28, 2025 - Trinseo introduces a new grade with up to 30% rPS for direct food contact, produced at its Schkopau facility.
January 3, 2025 - Ineos Styrolution has completed the development and approval process for the closed-loop recycling of food-grade polystyrene.
September 30, 2024 - The government has withdrawn the restriction, originally set to take effect on January 1, 2025, pending the European Union’s definition of ecodesign criteria.
June 5, 2026 - Schwarz Group reports progress on packaging reduction and recycled material use, and launches a broader circular-economy plan for 2030.
June 5, 2026 - BASF has filed a complaint with the European Commission against imports of certain aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters, alleging they are being sold in the EU at dumped prices.
June 5, 2026 - Aria uses computer vision and artificial intelligence to make injection molding processes more stable, efficient and repeatable.
June 5, 2026 - PepsiCo has started using Eastman’s PET Renew resin in bottles under a multi-year framework agreement.
June 3, 2026 - Jean-Marc Galvez takes the helm at EuPC, with a focus on innovation, competitiveness and circularity.
June 3, 2026 - More than 120 associations and companies are calling for the prompt and effective implementation of the EU Packaging Regulation to support investment, recycling and circularity.
June 5, 2026 - BASF has filed a complaint with the European Commission against imports of certain aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters, alleging they are being sold in the EU at dumped prices.
April 16, 2026 - First part of EN 18120 published. Ceflex highlights complementarity with the D4ACE programme for flexible packaging.
July 30, 2025 - Search for a buyer falls through; Chapter 11 exit slated for 2026 under the ownership of its principal lenders.
December 12, 2025 - Progress in the legislative process for new rules on vehicle circularity and end-of-life management. PlasticsEurope voices concern over revised recycling targets.
February 11, 2025 - Production closures announced in Japan, Spain and Thailand as the company shifts focus from basic chemicals to specialties.
With strong exhibitor interest and regional support, the event will remain at its traditional Lake Constance location for at least five more years.
