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Game-Changer for Circular Economy: China’s Mixed Plastic Recycling Plant Goes Operational
July 15, 2025 – China Achieves World-Leading Breakthrough in Mixed Plastic Waste Recycling Technology AsiaMB reports a revolutionary advancement in plastic recycling as Guangdong Dongyue Chemical, a subsidiary of Huicheng Environmental Protection, successfully commissions the world’s first 200,000-ton-per-year mixed plastic pyrolysis facility. This milestone establishes China as a global leader in advanced plastic waste treatment…
UAE Industrial Show Becomes Key Gateway for China’s Plastic & Machinery Sector
July 15, 2025 – Chinese Industrial Machinery Firms Target Middle East Expansion Through Dubai Trade Show AsiaMB reports growing interest from Chinese manufacturers in Middle Eastern markets as preparations intensify for the 19th UAE Industrial Equipment & Intermediate Products Exhibition. Scheduled for December 17-19 at Dubai World Trade Centre, the event organized by Messe Frankfurt…
MIT-Backed MacroCycle Aims to Disrupt Plastic Recycling with Energy-Efficient Tech
July 5, 2025 – MacroCycle Secures $6.5M to Pioneer Next-Gen Plastic Upcycling Technology A groundbreaking plastic upcycling startup has emerged as a game-changer in sustainable materials. MacroCycle’s innovative approach transforms PET and polyester textile waste into premium-grade recycled materials through an energy-efficient chemical process developed by researchers from MIT and ETH Zurich. The company’s proprietary…
From China to Malaysia: The Domino Effect of Plastic Waste Import Bans
July 2, 2025 – Global Plastic Waste Trade Faces Paradigm Shift as Malaysia Closes Doors The international recycling industry is bracing for disruption following Malaysia’s sweeping ban on plastic waste imports, effective July 1. This policy move – the most significant since China’s 2018 National Sword initiative – forces developed nations to confront their unsustainable…
Breaking the Plastic Cycle: Novoloop’s Breakthrough Attracts Major Climate Investment
June 27, 2025 – Novoloop Secures $21M to Scale Revolutionary Plastic Upcycling Technology San Francisco – Novoloop, the California-based chemical recycling pioneer, has closed a $21 million Series B funding round led by climate infrastructure investor Taranis. The investment will accelerate commercialization of its patented Lifecycling™ technology that transforms polyethylene waste into premium thermoplastic polyurethane…
Smart Coloring Solutions Drive Efficiency and Eco-Innovation in Plastics Manufacturing
June 25, 2025 – Revolutionary Coloring Technologies Reshape Plastic Manufacturing Landscape AsiaMB Exclusive: The plastics coloring sector is undergoing a transformative phase as innovative technologies address longstanding challenges in efficiency, durability, and environmental compliance. Modern coloring solutions are redefining quality standards across the polymer industry. Next-Generation Dispersion Systems Set New Benchmarks The industry’s shift toward…
From Plastics to Sealants: How Carbon Black is Evolving to Meet Industry Demands
June 25, 2025 – Pigment Carbon Black Emerges as Versatile Performer in Modern Industries AsiaMB Special Report: The pigment carbon black market is experiencing dynamic growth as this functional material demonstrates increasingly sophisticated applications across multiple industries. With evolving performance requirements from downstream sectors, manufacturers are developing innovative solutions to meet diverse technical specifications. Technical…
From Bottles to Beats: Coldplay Pioneers 100% Recycled Plastic Vinyl Records
June 24, 2025 – Coldplay’s Recycled Vinyl Revolution: A New Frontier for PCR Plastics in Entertainment AsiaMB Exclusive – In an unprecedented move for both the music and plastics industries, Coldplay has unveiled plans to reissue its entire discography on vinyl records made entirely from post-consumer recycled PET bottles. This groundbreaking initiative demonstrates innovative applications…
Plastic Policy Gridlock: NY’s Waste Reduction Act Stalls in Assembly
June 20, 2025 – New York’s Groundbreaking Plastic Waste Bill Stalls Again Amid Industry Pushback New York State’s ambitious effort to tackle plastic pollution through systemic packaging reform has hit another legislative roadblock. The Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act failed to reach the Assembly floor for consideration this session, marking its second consecutive defeat…
Closing the Loop: How a Belgian Facility is Redefining High-End Plastic Recycling
June 19, 2025 – Circular Economy Milestone: Morssinkhof-Rymoplast Breaks Ground on Flagship Recycling Facility Belgium’s plastics recycling landscape is set for transformation as Morssinkhof-Rymoplast initiates construction of its most advanced regeneration plant to date. The Lommel-based facility represents a €85 million investment in next-generation polyolefin recycling, specifically engineered to meet the exacting standards of premium…