Digital DRS drive launched
A group of big recycling companies has launched a drive towards a digital deposit return scheme (DDRS) in the UK.
International Paper and DS Smith set for merger
The boards of International Paper Company and DS Smith Plc have announced an agreement on the terms of a recommended all-share combination....
Grundon extends South Wales aerosol-recycling deal
Grundon Waste Management has secured £400,000 of work collecting and recycling household aerosol sprays for two Welsh councils.
Tyrrells to come in part-recycled bags
Food giant KP Snacks has introduced recycled soft plastics into packaging for Tyrrells crisps.
Huge survey shows support for global plastics crackdown
Two-thirds of people desperately want to see worldwide bans on plastic that can't easily be recycled at source, according to a major survey.
Recycling prices and market commentary: 12 April 2024
While the plastic market remains subdued, this week continued to see some heat in the paper/cardboard and metals markets.
Recycling Plastic Export Report: February 2024
These are the latest HMRC export figures for February 2024 for PE-based plastics – commodity code 391510. Only destinations of more than...
Recycling paper export report: February 2024
These are the latest HMRC export figures for February 2024 for key paper and cardboard grades. Only...
Veolia urges UK policymakers to escalate plastic tax for recycling boost
Environmental services company, Veolia is calling on British policymakers to take decisive action in bolstering the recycled plastics market.
International Paper advances on £5bn takeover bid for DS Smith
In a significant development in the paper and packaging industry, US-based International Paper is reportedly close to announcing a formal offer for...