Nov/Dec 2025

Focus on circular economy

Dear Readers,

Time and again, our industry demonstrates its consistent work on functional, regulatory-compliant and sustainable solutions. This edition of PET insights showcases various examples of PET thermoforming and PET recycling.

Read about Medipack who has sent a clear signal by switching to Eastman's Eastar™ 6763 Renew in the medical sector. Amcor with their new AmSecure™ thermoform trays and roll stocks and Faerch who is strengthening its position in the closed material cycle with the recyclability certification of its CPET trays are further examples. New recycling research approaches from Japan demonstrate the technological diversity that may be available in the future for extracting raw materials through the chemical conversion of PET bottles, textiles, and plastic waste mixtures. And brands are investing in functional collection infrastructure. For example, CCEP Australia is installing reverse vending systems directly at its production sites to promote the return rate and improve the quality of recyclable material flows.

Stay fascinated! Enjoy reading!

Dr. Otto Appel

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