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Key innovations for film stretching lines


UN database seeks clarity in plastic trade


UN Trade and Development (UNC- TAD) has launched an expanded database that it said brings a new level of transparency to global plastics trade.


“By showing how plastics and substitute materials move through trade, these databases help govern- ments align trade policies with environmental action for people and planet,” said Chantal Line Carpentier, head of the Trade, Environment, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Branch at UNCTAD. Designed for policy makers,


recyclers, brand owners, and investors, the platform aggregates customs records into harmonised indicators covering polymer types, primary forms, semi-finished goods, and selected products, providing comprehensive


data on global trade flows. The database tracks imports and


exports by economy and partner, enabling users to map supply chains, quantify virgin resin price cycles, and assess the effectiveness of waste trade controls. UNCTAD said that by disaggregat- ing HS codes into plastic-specific categories, it clarifies trends that were previously obscured within broader groupings allowing analysts to compare time series, calculate unit values, and identify trade corridors. Until recently, trade data played only


a small role in environmental debates, limiting policymakers’ ability to effec- tively respond to issues, but the widespread adoption of the database promises to overhaul the system. � https://unctad.org


Rani Plast buys Kullaplast


Rani Plast of Finland has acquired Swedish film manufacturer Kullaplast – saying the move expands its product range and strengthens its geographic position. Kullaplast makes packaging film for the construction and food industries, among other sectors. It currently employs around 50 people, and its


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main market is Northern Europe. “Through this acquisition, Rani Plast brings together the strengths of two successful family-owned busi- nesses, enabling us to serve our customers more effectively across our markets,” said Stefan Kaptens, CEO of Rani. � www.raniplast.com


▪ Greenline concept for saving energy and raw materials


▪ 12m lines: Increased productivity and efficiency


▪ Solutions for recyclate use


▪ Heat recovery unit reducing operating costs


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