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Ocean freight lines push for container shipping rate boost

Published: January 12, 2016
Updated: January 12, 2016
by Editorial Staff

Container shipping lines serving the U.S.-to-Asia market are confronting new market dynamics.

Posted in News, Top stories | Tagged exports, markets |

The latest plastics recycling news

Recyclable, light-blocking shrink sleeve patented
A Connecticut-based manufacturer of shrink sleeves and flexible packaging has secured a U.S. patent for a coating that both blocks light and works in the existing recycling system.
Hemp-fiber additive company nets investment
A Detroit-based startup that uses natural fiber as plastic additives has secured an investment from a German business incubator.
Colgate-Palmolive will also miss some 2025 sustainability goals
As the 2025 sustainability deadlines set by many brands get closer, another global heavyweight has announced that it will likely miss some of its target goals.
Stakeholders react to CalRecycle director pick
California’s sizable state environment agency has a new leader in Zoe Heller, who was recently appointed director of the California Department of Resources, Recycling and Recovery. Industry leaders praised her integrity, thoughtfulness and collaboration skills.
Recycled plastic prices continue to climb higher
Natural and color HDPE prices rose higher this month, continuing an upward trend that began last fall.
Myplas settles eviction lawsuit as facility remains closed
Minnesota-based film recycling company Myplas USA closed its doors just weeks after opening this year and was quickly served with an eviction lawsuit. The legal action has been settled out of court, but the facility’s future remains uncertain.
Top stories from April 2024
Coverage of the 2024 Plastics Recycling Conference, the latest U.S. plastics recovery data, a major reclaimer’s expansion and food-contact packaging movement drew readers’ attention in April.