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ReVentas and KBR Alliance Accelerates Global Deployment of Plastic Dissolution Recycling Technology

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Posted: 23/06/2026

ReVentas and KBR Alliance Accelerates Global Deployment of Plastic Dissolution Recycling Technology

The Alliance will support global licensing, engineering and scale-up of ReVentas’ dissolution recycling technology

Scotland — 22nd June 2026 — ReVentas, a developer of an advanced solvent based plastic recycling technology has signed an engineering and licensing alliance agreement with global engineering, technology and services company KBR.

This solidifies ReVentas as a leader in the emerging dissolution recycling market, and with the support of KBR accelerate international deployment of its technology.

ReVentas’ proprietary process takes post-consumer polyethylene and polypropylene waste streams and purifies the plastic, removing all colours, contaminants and complex waste-stream components, producing a natural virgin-like pellet.

It enables waste plastics, which would otherwise be downcycled, landfilled or incinerated to be processed back into high-quality recycled resins suitable for applications such as food packaging and automotive manufacturing.

Demand by brands for scalable, high-performance recycling solutions capable of delivering food approved resins continues to grow rapidly as packaging converters, consumer goods companies and resin manufacturers face increasing pressure to secure reliable supplies of high-quality recycled plastics.

By combining ReVentas’ recycling technology with KBR’s global engineering and technology licensing capabilities, the alliance is intended to provide customers with a faster, more reliable route to new recycling capacity.

ReVentas are completing front end engineering design of their first commercial demonstration plant which will produce 10,000 tonne per annum of recycled HDPE. The plant is scheduled for commissioning in Q4 2028, with further plans to deploy over 750,000 tonnes of ReVentas capacity by 2036.

Tom Rose, Chief Executive Officer of ReVentas, said:

“Our customers are looking for natural virgin-like material with a low carbon footprint at a competitive price, something neither mechanical or chemical recycling can achieve today. This is exactly what our dissolution technology can deliver.

“We selected KBR as our engineering and license partner because of their incredible engineering depth, international reach and experience in deploying chemical and recycling technologies at scale.

“This alliance will help ReVentas move faster, and deliver the capacity our industrial partners require, whilst also establishing dissolution recycling as a leading solution for circular plastics.”

Hari Ravindran, SVP and Global Head, KBR Technology Solutions

“We are looking forward to collaborating with ReVentas and adding commercial value to this technology, designed to further enhance plastics recycling. Moreover, this process is complementary to KBR’s capabilities in advanced recycling technology. KBR will fully support the scale-up and licensing of this platform and accelerate the industry’s need for practical, commercially-robust solutions for circular plastics.”

Flexible Plastic Fund launches ‘FlexCircular’ to progress the recycling of UK flexible plastic packaging

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Posted: 23/06/2026

Flexible Plastic Fund launches ‘FlexCircular’ to progress the recycling of UK flexible plastic packaging

The Flexible Plastic Fund (FPF) has launched its next major initiative, FlexCircular which aims to further accelerate the UK’s transition to a circular economy for flexible plastic packaging.

Building on the momentum of the award-winning FPF FlexCollect project, which successfully demonstrated that large-scale household collection of flexible plastic packaging is achievable, FPF FlexCircular represents the next critical step: moving from collection towards recycling and full-system circularity.

FPF Flex Circular builds on the results of the FlexCollect project, and is a collaborative effort with input from DEFRA, PackUK, Welsh Government and Zero Waste Scotland, and a specially commissioned project team comprising Suez, CEFLEX, WRAP and RECOUP.

This initial project is undertaking comprehensive research to determine the scale of investment required in the UK to recycle up to 400,000 tonnes of post-consumer flexible plastic packaging by 2030. It will have a particular focus on achieving circularity for food-contact packaging (by recycling it back into food-contact packaging).

The project seeks to answer key questions for industry and policymakers, including:
• How much recycled flexible plastic might be needed by industry from 2030 onwards, and will supply meet demand?
• What types of recycling facilities (mechanical, chemical, or future technologies) may be needed in the UK, and at what capacity?
• What level of investment might be required to build this infrastructure?
• What are the costs and risks of continuing with ‘business as usual’ (using virgin plastics) and what conditions (mix of policies and incentives) may help to align the value chain to support UK recycling infrastructure investment?

Gareth Morton, Discovery Manager at Ecosurety and FPF lead, commented: “We’re delighted to build on the success of the FPF FlexCollect project and continue to work alongside experts in the industry to take flexible plastics recycling to the next level. FPF FlexCircular is about turning the proof of collections into a real, investable circular system. By understanding what the UK needs in terms of investment, infrastructure and policy, we can maximise the opportunity to recycle flexible plastics at scale, creating benefits for industry, consumers, and the environment alike.”

FPF Spokesperson, Richard Akkermans, R&D Packaging Sustainability Manager, Europe for Mondelez International commented:
“The FlexCircular project represents a pivotal moment for flexible packaging in the UK. We’ve proven that collection at scale is possible – the next opportunity is to close the loop by investing in the recycling infrastructure to match. For the Flexible Plastic Fund, achieving circularity for food-contact flexible plastics isn’t just an ambition, it’s a necessity. This research aims to provide the roadmap the value chain needs to invest in the UK with confidence and deliver positive environmental outcomes for the future.”
This project will report its findings towards the end of 2026.

100 days to go: London Packaging Week 2026 puts discovery at the heart of packaging’s future

Events
Posted: 23/06/2026

100 days to go: London Packaging Week 2026 puts discovery at the heart of packaging’s future

London Packaging Week returns in 2026 with a renewed focus on discovery, bringing together leading brands, designers, and suppliers to explore the innovations, insights, and connections shaping packaging’s future.
 
With just 100 days to go until London Packaging Week 2026 opens its doors, the event returns with a sharpened focus on what now defines the industry: discovery. This year’s edition introduces a series of new features and experiences designed to help brands, designers and retailers navigate an industry being reshaped by regulation, innovation and shifting consumer expectations.
 
The event, which takes place at Excel London on 16 & 17 September, continues to draw leading global brands and retailers, reinforcing its position as a key meeting point for the industry’s decision-makers. Returning names include No7, William Grant & Sons, Jo Malone London, Marks & Spencer, Fortnum & Mason, Burberry, Hotel Chocolat, LUSH, Elemis, Superdrug, John Lewis, Swarovski, Harrods and Starbucks – reflecting the breadth of sectors now converging around packaging as a strategic priority.
 
“At the centre of the 2026 edition is a single idea: discovery,” said Josh Brooks, Divisional Director – Packaging Portfolio at Easyfairs. “In a landscape defined by complexity, speed, and constraint, the ability to uncover better solutions faster has become a defining competitive advantage.
 
“Packaging is no longer a technical consideration sitting in the background of brand and operations decisions. It now sits firmly within boardroom strategy, influencing growth, resilience, sustainability and consumer relevance. Discovery is what enables better decisions, and that’s what this event is built around.”
 
To support that focus, the 2026 show floor introduces a series of new and expanded features. This includes the Design Hub, powered by Pentawards, which brings together the global packaging design community through curated talks, networking, and creative exchanges between brands and designers. The Innovation Gallery will spotlight standout developments from across exhibitors, with guided tours highlighting breakthrough materials and technologies.
 
Alongside this, the Start-Up Zone showcases emerging companies and disruptive thinking. At the same time, the Discovery Theatre provides a platform for start-ups, SMEs and agencies to present ideas shaping the next generation of packaging. A dedicated Podcast Studio will host live conversations with designers and industry leaders, and the Pentawards Gallery returns with 50 award-winning designs from across the world.
 
The conference programme features more than 90 speakers, including Esther Carter of PackUK, Alex Center of CENTER, Piera Toniolo of Dolce & Gabbana, Mark Browne of PZ Cussons and Jo Smith of Diageo, alongside senior leaders from WRAP, OPRL, PepsiCo, Suntory Food & Beverages, Müller Service GmbH, the British Beauty Council, Selfridges and L’Occitane, reflecting the cross-industry urgency shaping packaging’s future. Across the Luxury, FMCG and Discovery stages, the programme will explore five defining themes: Circular Futures, Next-Gen Solutions, Designed to Desire, The Conscious Consumer and The Efficiency Imperative, capturing the forces actively redefining the packaging landscape.
 
Beyond content and discovery, London Packaging Week remains a central meeting point for the industry. The Inner Circle Bar will serve as a dedicated networking hub across both days, complemented by Day One networking drinks, a First-Timers Happy Hour designed to help new attendees connect quickly and confidently within the community, and a Women in Packaging morning programme in partnership with Packaging News. This includes an invite-only networking breakfast for winners, finalists and industry leaders from the Women in Packaging Excellence Awards, followed by a Power Hour featuring short, high-impact talks from female leaders exploring leadership, allyship, innovation, sustainability and organisational change across the packaging sector.
 
Leading packaging suppliers and innovators, including Allpack, EP Group, Ecosurety, Sun Branding, Amcor, Flexpet, Micro Delta, Autajon, Billerud, Kurz and Fedrigoni, return alongside first-time exhibitors such as Sabert, Coppice, Sustain Holdings, Floryn Packaging and Paktech, introducing new supplier innovations across the value chain. Together, they reflect sustained investment in sustainable materials, packaging innovation and next-generation production technologies.
 
London Packaging Week 2026 takes place on 16 & 17 September at Excel London. Registration is now open, with complimentary tickets providing access to the exhibition, conference programme, Innovation Gallery, Design Hub and thousands of packaging solutions all in one place, designed to help the industry discover what comes next.