EU public procurement reform: BDE calls for Europe-wide binding procurement rules
Europe-wide binding requirements for public procurement should be enshrined as a fundamental principle in the new European legal framework, according to the BDE.
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Covestro and BYD agree strategic partnership
Covestro and the Chinese technology group BYD intend to jointly develop and implement circular economy solutions for future-oriented industries.
Ineos plans pyrolysis plant in Norway
Together with the Norwegian recycler Recuro, Ineos plans to build an advanced chemical recycling plant at its Bamble site.
EU End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation: TecPart warns of shortages of recycled materials
The association welcomes the recently adopted EU ELVR regulation whilst at the same time warning of an impending shortage of recycled materials.
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pro-K Association provides template for declaration of conformity
The template is intended to help companies fulfil their documentation and evidence requirements under the PPWR in a legally compliant and practical manner.
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Osnabrück introduces local packaging tax
According to Euwid, the city council has decided to introduce a local tax on single-use takeaway packaging from 1 November 2027.
Berlin Packaging, Rixius & RIGK launch partnership
The strategic partnership is designed to support commercial and industrial packaging users in complying with regulatory requirements in accordance with the law.
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EU Commission sets out rules for counting the chemically recycled content
The EU Commission’s implementing decision sets out a standardised methodology for counting chemically recycled plastics.
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EU Council adopts End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation
Following the European Parliament, the Council has now also formally approved the compromise on the ELVR on 29 June.
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Circular economy on the agenda at COP31
According to Euwid, the circular economy was also a key focus during the interim negotiations for the COP31 World Climate Conference.