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How can the Circular Economy become a profitable business model for the future of logistics? This was the core question at the BVL Supply Chain CX Congress & Expo panel. Thomas Tappertzhofen, Managing Director of IOF at PreZero International, attended as an expert in circular economy. His key message: The shift from "Waste Management" to "Resource Management" is essential. For us at PreZero, this means closing loops on an industrial scale. We see valuable secondary raw materials in waste, secure critical resources for our partners, and protect the environment. It was a powerful 360-degree exchange in the fishbowl format with the audience and fellow panelists: Dr. Matthias Ballweg (CIRCULAR REPUBLIC by UnternehmerTUM), Peter Müller-Kronberg (ZUFALL logistics group) and Philipp Brunotte (LiBCycle GmbH) Conclusion: Specialized logistics and industrial recycling expertise must be closely integrated to translate the Circular Economy into practice. Many thanks to the BVL - Bundesvereinigung Logistik for the invitation.

What do Vioneo, Indaver, and L'Oréal have in common? They all showcased groundbreaking innovations at the Sustainability in Packaging Europe 2025 – Smithers Conference. 🔹 Vioneo is pioneering the production of PE & PP from bio-methanol, offering a drop-in solution to replace fossil-based polymers. 🔹 Indaver is enabling circularity through chemical recycling, producing circular naphtha. 🔹 L'Oréal is leading the FMCG sector in the use of recycled polymers, setting a benchmark for sustainable packaging. Beyond technology, these companies share a deeper trait: strong family ownership that views sustainability not as a trend, but as a long-term business opportunity. - Vioneo is part of the A.P. Moller - Maersk - Indaver belongs to Katoen Natie - The founding family of L'Oréal remains a significant shareholder Transitioning from a linear to a circular model is complex — there’s no quick fix. But early adopters like these will continue to lead and shape the future. Congratulations to all three for their bold vision and leadership. References in comments #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Packaging #Leadership #FamilyBusiness #LongTermValue

What’s new in plastics and sustainability? Join us at Gulfood Manufacturing 2025 for a behind-the-scenes look at Precision’s latest innovations; where design meets responsibility. From our award-winning, lightest one-gallon bottle to our thought-provoking “Plastic Has a Soul” campaign, we’re showcasing how innovation and sustainability can coexist beautifully. Visit our stand to hear the story, see the solutions, and discover how Precision is helping brands lead with purpose and create packaging that delivers both performance and meaning.

Lab-Supply 2025: We were there! 🧑🔬👨🏽🔬🌟 From March to October, our dedicated team toured the Life Science trade fair across six locations in Germany and Austria. As CEO, I am proud that STARLAB presented our products and sustainability initiatives to an audience ranging from curious career starters to seasoned seniors in the lab. The tour was marked by fresh contacts and enriching conversations that extended beyond our usual everyday contexts, making the fair a truly special experience. With our focus on sustainability, and the unique TipOne® Closed-Loop Recycling Service which won the industry’s first research allowance from the Federal Republic of Germany this year, we are at the heart of the topics our customers care about. Sustainability is a lived theme, as shown by our annual customer survey "Mood Barometer 2025": 🌱 65% of respondents viewed sustainability as a central future focus, and  🔄 95% were willing to use recycled products.  💡 Did you know that since July, our first TipOne® Racks made with recycled TipOne® plastic are also available? The well-attended finale in Hamburg featured valuable insights into effective lab recycling strategies from Dr. Lennart Walter, Senior Product Manager and TipOne® Ambassador. A huge thank you to our dedicated Sales Team and organisation team led by Ursula Weber at Starlab for their tireless efforts! Find out more about our Green Mission: https://lnkd.in/eTEgq2sB #PassionateForScience #LabSupply

Siegwerk has acquired the chemicals producer Allinova to expand its coatings capabilities. The acquisition reflects the trend toward functional coatings becoming central to sustainable packaging innovation, according to Siegwerk. Packaging Insights speaks to Gilles Le Moigne, head of circular economy coatings at Siegwerk, to hear more about how the acquisition strengthens Siegwerk’s portfolio to meet shifting brand demands. #sustainability #packagingindustry #packaginginnovation #biobasedmaterials #circulareconomy Reported by Milana Nikolova. Click the link in the comments to read the full article 👇

Functional coatings are increasingly shaping the future of sustainable packaging, and Siegwerk is deepening its capabilities in this space through the acquisition of chemicals producer Allinova B.V.. In an interview with Packaging Insights, Gilles Le Moigne, Head of Circular Economy Coatings at Siegwerk, shares how this move enhances our ability to deliver on brand expectations for bio-based, recyclable, and functional solutions. Read the full article by Milana Nikolova below👇

At the Bioplastics Business Breakfast during K – The World's No.1 Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber 2025, Solinatra CEO Robert I. de Jong shared a critical message: it’s time to modernise the Resin Identification Code (RIC) to recognise bio-based and compostable materials alongside traditional resins.   The discussion sparked meaningful dialogue across the industry — from policymakers to converters and brand owners — all recognising that clarity, visibility, and trust are essential to true circularity.   Modernising the RIC isn’t just a technical update; it’s a call for transparency that supports smarter design, honest labelling, and collaboration across the value chain.   Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation in Düsseldorf and helped move this discussion forward. Solinatra remains committed to driving RIC reform and making the right materials mainstream.   🔗 Learn more about Solinatra’s vision for circular innovation: www.solinatra.com   #K2025 #Solinatra #RICReform #CircularInnovation #MadeToCompost #Bioplastics #TransparencyInMaterials

𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜, 𝐌𝐫. 𝐕𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐱𝐢𝐭, 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐋𝐏𝐋𝐀 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚, 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐇𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐋𝐏𝐋𝐀’𝐬 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐜𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐜𝐨-𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲. VAGISH DIXIT ALPLA Group ALPLA México, Centroamérica y Caribe Plastic is Fantastic K – The World's No.1 Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber Key Highlights: • ALPLA’s sustainability and recycling initiatives • The evolving role of plastics in modern packaging • Industry trends and innovation strategies • Insights from one of India’s leading plastic industry voices #ModernPlasticsTV #PlasticIsFantastic #VagishDixit #ALPLA #ALPLAIndia #Sustainability #Recycling #CircularEconomy #PackagingInnovation #ModernPlastics #IndustryLeaders

At K 2025, BOBST, Brückner Maschinenbau, and Mitsui Chemicals Europe unveiled the world’s first mono-material, recyclable retort solution with high barrier properties — a game-changer for the food & beverage industry. Retort packaging has long been a challenge for recyclability due to its multi-layer structure. This innovation marks a major step forward in closing the loop and advancing the circular economy. Read more about this game-changer solution : https://lnkd.in/eaRkqrCb #SustainablePackaging #CircularEconomy #Innovation #K2025 #Brückner #MitsuiChemicals #PackagingSolutions

🎤 Have packaging and the supply chain stopped being operational choices and become strategic ones? In a context where the pressure to reduce costs but also environmental impact is stronger than ever, decisions around packaging, automation, and efficiency are gaining unprecedented relevance. The first round table at the Meridiana & ARANCO Meetup SITL 2026 will explore how companies are transforming their supply chains to integrate environmental criteria without losing competitiveness. 🔎 👇 Ignacio Fernández-Delgado Momparler (Cluster de Innovación de Envase y Embalaje), Andre Oliveira 🇧🇷 🇮🇹 (DHL) and Sergio Altur Sanchez (UPALET Palets de cartón) have already shared some of their ideas on the topic of the session. Haven’t registered yet? Join them at the event! 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/ez28uYnc 🗓️ 25 November 2025, 10:30h 📍 Aranco Offices, Valencia #SITL2026 #MeridianaMeetups #ARANCO