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Charter Next Generation (CNG) and NOVA Chemicals have formed a strategic partnership to commercialise recycled polyethylene (rPE).<\/p>\n

The collaboration will harness post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials to create a viable, lower-emission alternative to virgin polyethylene.<\/p>\n

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NOVA Chemicals will supply CNG with rPE resin, which will be incorporated into CNG\u2019s production of flexible packaging solutions.<\/p>\n

The rPE, marketed under the brand name SYNDIGO, is derived from recycled film and plastic packaging, offering a reduced environmental footprint compared to virgin polyethylene.<\/p>\n

The collaboration is expected to expand CNG\u2019s GreenArrow portfolio, which encompasses a range of eco-friendly products, including options that are recycle-ready, contain recycled content, are compostable or have a lower carbon footprint.<\/p>\n

The films produced using rPE are suitable for various applications, including packaging for dry goods such as cereals and overwrap for paper products.<\/p>\n

CNG technical, sustainability and innovation senior vice-president John Garnett stated: \u201cBy commercialising PCR content into everyday packaging, we\u2019re helping build a more circular flexible packaging economy \u2014 delivering high-performance speciality films and advanced materials that reduce virgin plastic use, lower greenhouse gas emissions and build a stronger end-market for PCR materials.\u201d<\/p>\n

The partnership benefits from a geographically aligned supply chain, with CNG\u2019s facilities in Wisconsin and Ohio well-situated relative to NOVA Chemicals\u2019 new recycling plant in Connersville, Indiana<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Indiana facility, which commenced production in early 2025, is anticipated to produce upwards of 110 million pounds of rPE each year.<\/p>\n

NOVA Chemicals\u00a0Circular Solutions vice-president Greg DeKunder stated: \u201cBy combining our resin innovation with CNG\u2019s manufacturing expertise, we\u2019re advancing PCR adoption across the flexible packaging industry.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a powerful collaboration that brings together the strengths of both our SYNDIGO and GreenArrow brands.\u201d<\/p>\n

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