Plastics

Agilyx to purchase 44% stake in plastic recycling entity GreenDot Global
Agilyx to purchase 44% stake in plastic recycling entity GreenDot Global
Barbara RuckerJul 18, 2025

Agilyx will invest €52m for its 44% stake. Credit: Nordroden/Shutterstock.com. Agilyx has signed a…

Freepoint Eco-Systems and Source One partner for plastic waste recycling
Freepoint Eco-Systems and Source One partner for plastic waste recycling
Barbara RuckerJul 18, 2025

Source One will serve as the EPC contractor for the installations. Credit: jantsarik/Shutterstock.com. Freepoint…

Heartwood exits investment in M&Q Holdings
Heartwood exits investment in M&Q Holdings
Barbara RuckerJul 7, 2025

M&Q offers packaging solutions for the protein, foodservice, and speciality industries. Credit: Pixel B/Shutterstock.…

ALPLA to acquire KM Packaging
ALPLA to acquire KM Packaging
Barbara RuckerJun 25, 2025

The deal remains subject to regulatory approval. Credit: ALPLA. Plastic packaging specialist ALPLA Group…

Huhtamaki India discusses plastic waste measures at UNEP roundtable
Huhtamaki India discusses plastic waste measures at UNEP roundtable
Barbara RuckerJun 24, 2025

In India, roughly 8% of plastic waste is reportedly recycled. Credit: T. Schneider/Shutterstock. Packaging…

ASEAN nations take proactive approach to combat plastic pollution
ASEAN nations take proactive approach to combat plastic pollution
Barbara RuckerJun 24, 2025

Currently, six Southeast Asian countries are participating in GPAPs and NPAPs. Credit: Andriy Nekrasov/Shutterstock.…

Nigeria to implement plastic packaging regulations
Nigeria to implement plastic packaging regulations
Barbara RuckerJun 20, 2025

Nigeria is currently formulating a strategy to enforce these regulations, with UNEP’s support. Credit:…

Ocean Conservancy and GOAL form reusable cup venue collaboration
Ocean Conservancy and GOAL form reusable cup venue collaboration
Barbara RuckerJun 6, 2025

The companies will work together via the Protect Where We Play Tour. Credit: Sivakova…