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PolyCycl’s chemical recycling for plastic waste solution receives investment from Rainmatter
PolyCycl’s chemical recycling for plastic waste solution receives investment from Rainmatter
The company’s chemical recycling platform converts low-grade waste plastics into liquid hydrocarbon oils.
Betterware de México acquires Tupperware’s operations in Latin America
Betterware de México acquires Tupperware’s operations in Latin America
The move brings together three iconic brands in the Latin American market – Betterware, Jafra, and Tupperware.
Biesterfeld strengthens partnership with Songwon CS
Biesterfeld strengthens partnership with Songwon CS
The company will distribute the SONGNOX CS and SONGSORB CS product lines in a variety of new European countries.
Borealis invests EUR 49M to scale up Borstar Nextension PP production
Borealis invests EUR 49M to scale up Borstar Nextension PP production
This expanded capacity will aid users within the packaging, healthcare, mobility, and fibre industries.
Hapag-Lloyd enhances documentation for Southeast Asia shipments
Hapag-Lloyd enhances documentation for Southeast Asia shipments
February 2026 marks the start of mandatory LOIs for plastic scrap and metal scrap shipments to specific Southeast Asian countries.
Packaging in 2026 | EPR poses challenge for plastic – investment is key

Brian Lodge, director of plastics and flexible packaging, BPF.

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Aldi launches new high-in-fibre on-pack logo

Aldi said it is stepping up its efforts to help tackle the UK’s fibre deficit by making it easier for customers to increase their fibre intake as part of a balanced diet.

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Packaging in 2026 | Outsource to navigate challenging headwinds

Emma Verkaik, CEO, BCMPA – The Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics.

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PRN Pricewatch: Week ending 30 January 2026

Each week we publish the average trading price for packaging recovery notes from PRN marketplace The Environment Exchange.

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Environment Agency announces Simpler Recycling charges for workplaces

New charges associated with Simpler Recycling for workplaces have been implemented by the Environment Agency.

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PM's chief aide McSweeney quits over Mandelson row
PM's chief aide McSweeney quits over Mandelson row
The adviser says he takes "full responsibility" for advising Sir Keir Starmer to make the peer US ambassador.
'Killjoy' - did VAR get late drama in Liverpool v Man City right?
'Killjoy' - did VAR get late drama in Liverpool v Man City right?
Manchester City's win at Liverpool ended in complete chaos - but did the referee and the VAR get Dominik Szoboszlai's red card right?
GB snowboard star Brookes into big air final
GB snowboard star Brookes into big air final
Snowboarding sensation Mia Brookes - one of GB's most exciting medal prospects at the Winter Olympics - shrugs off an early hiccup to reach the big air final.
Japan's PM Takaichi on course for landslide victory in snap election
Japan's PM Takaichi on course for landslide victory in snap election
A coalition led by current Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to clinch a decisive win, an exit poll suggests.
Why McSweeney's departure could prove perilous for the PM
Why McSweeney's departure could prove perilous for the PM
Starmer's chief of staff departs at a time the PM is isolated and in potential peril.