Virgin PE producers maintain high run rates despite downturn
For the past three years, virgin PE resin has caused severe headaches for North American recyclers who are unable to...
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ADS recycled plastic purchase share sinks to 3-year low
Major buyer Advanced Drainage Systems reached its lowest level of recycled plastic purchases since its fiscal 2022 baseline, according to...
APR updates design recognition, submissions
The Association of Plastic Recyclers has added new packaging components to its eligibility criteria for Preferred Design Recognition, along with...
Republic Services sites third polymer center in PA
During a recent investor call, Republic Services subtly confirmed it would site its third co-located polymer center and resin processing...
Associations update bale specs for fiber, plastics
The Association of Plastic Recyclers and the Recycled Materials Association have updated specifications for post-consumer plastic bales, following a collaborative...
APR, ReMA update bale specs for PE rigids, film
The Association of Plastic Recyclers and the Recycled Materials Association have updated specifications for post-consumer plastic bales, following a collaborative...
Dow execs talk PE production during bleak earnings call
Despite being entrenched in what the CEO described as "one of the longest downturns our industry has experienced," chemical and...
Malaysia’s import ban ‘very much up in the air’
On July 1 Malaysia implemented new regulations that include an apparent ban on U.S.-sourced imports of scrap plastic, causing confusion...
PakTech prepares for benefits, challenges under EPR
Extended producer responsibility programs, labeling requirements and minimum PCR mandates offer both challenges and opportunities, and company leaders at 100%...
Bale pricing bucks seasonal trend, trade alliances shift
Post-consumer plastics bales are defying typical springtime trends, with average pricing in May reported flat-to-softer on the month as the...
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