FachPack 2025 – What We Learned and Why It Matters for the Future of Packaging
Looking Back at FachPack 2025FachPack 2025 is over – and what an amazing few days it was!Held in Nürnberg, Germany, from 23–25 September 2025, the event brought together people from all parts of the packaging industry – from brands and recyclers to digital solution providers.For PackIntelX, this event was special. It was our chance to […]
Why Alternative Plastics Clash with Current Waste Systems
During a panel discussion at the InventU Sustainable Future Conference I attended on March 13th I asked the audience a simple question: “Where should we dispose of biodegradable and compostable plastics?”Surprisingly, the answer wasn’t clear—even among experts in the room. Some thought they belonged in recycling bins, others suggested organic waste, while a few admitted […]
Chemical Recycling: A Smart Investment?
Investing in Chemical Recycling: One important technology in the mix of solutions for plastics recycling in the EU.The European Commission’s recent approval of a €500 million French state aid scheme marks a significant milestone in supporting chemical recycling within the EU. Aimed at boosting the recycling of complex plastic waste through innovative technologies, the scheme […]
Is the EU Ready for Circular Textiles?
A Four-Ton Warning: This massive pile of clothing, displayed in Prague, was erected as a striking visual representation of the textile waste produced by a typical European family over a lifetime. Weighing approximately four tonnes, it symbolizes the growing environmental burden caused by fast fashion and excessive consumption.2025: A Turning Point for Textile Waste?Starting in […]