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Polyurethane foams recycling rates remain low with less than 10% of polyurethane. Landfills receive millions of tons of foam annually, contributing to environmental pollution.

Elastomer recycling sector is undergoing significant transformation as new technologies emerge to address the limitations of traditional methods.

Despite current economic challenges, K 2025 remains the center of the plastics world, showcasing innovations and solutions for the sector. The leading trade fair will take place from October 8 to October 15, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany.

ANTEC® 2025 brings together scientists, engineers, and industry leaders to shape the future of plastics in a way that balances performance, sustainability, and innovation.

Non-woven technologies are among the most innovative textile methods, and the strong demand for PP fabrics is expected to grow.

Phase 2 of the “PET Thermoform Recycling Costs & Material Flow Project” examined the technical, economic, and logistical challenges of recycling PET thermoforms and proposed actionable solutions to address these barriers.

As advanced recycling evolves rapidly, new companies and facilities are constantly emerging, partnerships are being established, and capacities are increasing. This fast-paced development makes it increasingly difficult to maintain an overview of the sector.

Vinyl building materials have been essential in the construction industry. However, the environmental challenges associated with them have prompted an increasing focus on recycling efforts to minimize their impact.

The University of California, Berkeley, developed a new catalytic chemical process that has the potential to revolutionize plastic recycling by converting waste polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) into valuable monomers.

A recent study by Shell Polymers shows some trends that will impact companies’ operations due to significant shifts in regulatory and consumer demands.