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Von der Leyen pledges to put the environment first
Former German Defence Minister and new Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has been elected as European Commission President after winning a ballot of MEPs in Strasbourg. Read more
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EU economic growth marred by external factors
The European economy is set for its seventh consecutive year of growth in 2019, with all Member States' economies due to expand. The near-term outlook for the European economy, however, is marred by external factors such as global trade tensions Read more
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Innovation made in Europe: leading entrepreneurs nominated for EIT Awards
The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) presents the 19 nominees competing in the EIT Awards 2019. Top innovators from the EIT Community are making their mark across Europe, delivering innovative solutions Read more
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First speakers confirmed for Plastics Recyclers Annual Meeting
The first speakers have been confirmed for this year’s Plastics Recyclers Annual Meeting, which will take place in Brussels between 21-22 November. Read more
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Covestro continues portfolio optimisation
Covestro has signed an agreement with H.I.G. Capital for the sale of Covestro’s European Systems Houses business. Read more
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Plastics Recyclers Europe releases plastic sorting guidance
Plastic packaging represents the biggest share of the European plastic demand and the waste generated and collected for recycling in Europe. Read more
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European PE prices show continued increase
PE prices across Europe have witnessed their third consecutive month of rising streak, with spot LLDPE prices climbing to their highest level since July 2018 and LDPE since September, based on the average of ChemOrbis Price Index. Read more
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EU member states gain traction towards waste-free economy
An overview for all EU member states reveals 28 different paths towards the circular economy with inspiring best practices. Read more
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Recycling capacity for rigid polyolefins reaches 1.7 million tonnes
With a total recycling capacity of 1.7 million tonnes, rigid, post-consumer and post-industrial polyolefins, particularly HDPE and PP, are in the group of the most recycled streams in Europe. Read more
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Manufacturing sector continues to contract during April
The eurozone’s manufacturing sector continued to contract during April. After accounting for seasonal factors, the IHS Markit Eurozone Manufacturing PMI recorded a level of 47.9, up only marginally on March’s near six-year low of 47.5 Read more
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Brazilian market for plastics machinery
Brazil is Europe's most important trading partner in Latin America. In 2018 the export of plastics and rubber machinery from the EU to Brazil amounted to €169m. Read more
Second 21st Anniversary edition now live - and digital
EPPM Magazine continues to celebrate its 21st Anniversary with the new digital format, now available online. Read more
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98% of European plastics production covered by OCS
Following the release of its first Operation Clean Sweep (OCS) report in 2017, PlasticsEurope made the OCS programme a top priority in 2018, setting new targets for its members as part of the Plastics 2030 Voluntary Commitment. Read more
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Now Plastics to introduce PCR PET films resin to European markets
UK-based supplier of flexible packaging products Now Plastics is planning to introduce its new line of films, made using 60% to 90% post-consumer recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PCR PET) resin, across European markets. Read more
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Sekisui Chemical Group restructures business and invests in growth
Since 1947 Sekisui Chemical Co. Ltd has become one of the biggest players in plastics manufacturing on the Japanese market. In order to enter a new phase of growth, Sekisui is strengthening its global structure with a regional headquarters strategy. Read more
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Trinseo reports fourth quarter and full year 2018 results
Trinseo, a global materials company and manufacturer of plastics, latex binders and synthetic rubber, has reported its fourth quarter and full year 2018 financial results. Read more
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Marken develops automated closed-loop packaging solution
US-based United Parcel Service (UPS) subsidiary Marken has expanded its portfolio with a new automated closed-loop packaging solution to ship clinical trial materials. Read more
Pack to the Future
To mark the 21st anniversary of EPPM, we've been taking a look through the archives and laughing at how very 90s the title was back in the 90s. Read more
8 Feb 2019 14:55 editor's blog
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Macchi SpA enters regional partnership with Rieckermann
Italy-based blown film extrusion manufacturer Macchi has announced its new partnership with international industrial solution provider Rieckermann. Read more
The first 21st anniversary edition of EPPM has landed
One month in to my role as EPPM editor and the first 21st anniversary edition has landed on my desk. For the publication, the plastics industry, and for me personally, things have changed... Read more
4 Feb 2019 11:32 editor's blog
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EU economic growth marred by external factors
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Innovation made in Europe: leading entrepreneurs nominated for EIT Awards
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First speakers confirmed for Plastics Recyclers Annual Meeting
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Covestro continues portfolio optimisation
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Plastics Recyclers Europe releases plastic sorting guidance
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EU member states gain traction towards waste-free economy
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