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IKV Kolloquium 2026 shows how circularity, AI, and process excellence converge to accelerate a profitable, low‑impact plastics value chain.

Morphing technology is key to green aviation, enabling real-time adaptation that significantly improves aerodynamic efficiency.

Advances in biobased substrates for printed devices show potential to improve sustainability in electronics.

High-performance photocatalysts can upcycle post-consumer polyester under mild conditions.

Advancements in biotechnology highlight how engineered microbial catalysts can recycle plastic waste in vivo.

Get a preview of FlexForum 2026, where flexible packaging professionals will explore regulation, circularity, innovation, and market trends.

Automotive recycling combines EOL bumpers with carbon fiber scraps. This rCF-rPP composite increases stiffness and diverts plastic from landfills.

Cassava starch-soy films provide biodegradable nursery bags that cut soil microplastic buildup without compromising agronomic performance.

AI-aided polyurethane simulation reduces modeling time from days to seconds. Digital material twins optimize tool design and predict foaming behavior.

Plastic manufacturing data analytics shifts quality control upstream. Real-time monitoring and AI improve OEE and identify root causes before defects occur.

Digitalization bridges the knowledge gap in the plastics industry. AI tools, smart displays, and chatbots capture expert data for future generations.

A new hybrid composite EV battery housing reduces weight by 20% and costs by 30%. This SPE award-winning design optimizes safety and scalability.