Plastic solutions for Thursday, 8 October 2026

Today’s headlines about what is working against plastic pollution: new laws, recycling and reuse technology, cleanups and funding. Links go to the original publishers.

1. Recycling technology and circular design recognised in plastics awardsEnvirotec Magazine, 7 Oct
2. “Industry-first” common protocol for evaluating film packaging recyclability in JapanPackaging Europe, 7 Oct
3. The cherry on top: Bakery packaging puts visual appeal at the center of recyclable designPackaging Insights, 7 Oct
4. EU member states seek targeted EPR relief for small packaging producersEUWID Recycling and Waste Management, 7 Oct
5. Pregis Brings Recyclability to High-Barrier Food Packaging at PACK EXPOPackaging Strategies, 7 Oct
6. EU Rules and Supply Limits Test Asia’s Access to Key Export Markets as Plasticity Forum Returns to Malaysia for SolutionsAsia News Network, 8 Oct
7. SPC Advance 2026: 5 Key Takeaways for PackagingPackaging World, 7 Oct
8. Chisinau engineer develops plastic-free packaging from crop residueRadio Moldova, 7 Oct
9. Are you getting ready for the Packaging Waste Regulation?CBN.com.cy, 7 Oct
10. The new packaging equation: Cost, carbon and complianceFoodNavigator.com, 6 Oct
11. When The Cover Gets Judged: Unboxing Cosmetics Packaging ObligationsCyril Amarchand Mangaldas, 6 Oct