Iceland begins using Mondi’s barrier paper instead of plastic for packaging
Retailer Iceland has begun using a barrier paper provided by Mondi instead of plastic on some of its packaging.
Britivic launch less recyclable Ecopack for Robinson’s squash drinks
Soft drinks brand Britvic has launched what it calls an Ecopack for its Robinson's squash drinks.
While the company...
Recycling prices and market commentary: 6 August 2021
There was a slight softening in price for some grades this week, mostly it seems due to less trade occurring because of...
Cycle Link owner Shanying Paper set to build recycled paper mill in Malaysia
China's Shanying Paper has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that should lead to it building a recycled paper mill in Malaysia.
Recycling prices and market commentary: 16 August 2019
Plastic volatility continues to affect the market, despite the summer slowdown.
With the plastic PRN/PERN price all over the...
Study shows that mixed waste sorting is key to meeting circular economy objectives
Research commissioned by Reloop and Zero Waste Europe has found that applying sorting systems to mixed waste prior to thermal treatment and...
Recycling prices and market commentary: 14 April 2023
The week after Easter didn't bring too many surprises as the market waits to see how things will progress.
Recycling prices and market commentary: 2 June 2023
There wasn't a huge amount of activity in the paper and plastics market this week and this was reflected in pretty static...
Analysis: what would a Veolia purchase of Suez mean for the UK recycling market?
Since summer last year, a Veolia purchase of Suez has been on the cards and now appears to be heading towards a...
James Armitage on the PRN market: April 2023
Valpak's head of procurement James Armitage gives his opinion on the PRN market
The Q4 data published last week...