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Multi-layer barrier packaging used to protect sensitive foods is difficult to recycle
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Packaging market in Germany on the rise
The German Plastics Packaging Industry Association (IK) is forecasting a 5.1% increase in sales and 3.9% increase in volumes for plastic packaging product in 2018. The projected growth will take the
sector’s total turnover to more than 4.5m tonnes and a value of close to €15.5bn, says IK. Revenue and volume growth is
expected in all segments: packaging film volume is expected to rise by 3.9%, for instance, while pouches, carrier bags and big bags are expect- ed to show a volume growth of 6.6%. In volume terms, they are expected to rise by 5.3% and 4.1% respectively The projection is “based on
generally very good economic conditions in Germany”, according to IK industry expert Inga Kelkenberg. However, the association notes that a survey by GVM shows some compa- nies are struggling with rising energy costs and skill shortages. The German plastics packaging sector has also set itself tough recycling targets for 2025, says IK – in- cluding a pledge to use at least 1 million tonnes of recycled materials in plastic packaging by that date. “Processors will need reliable volumes of recycling material of an
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adequate quality in order to be able to meet this target,” said Jürgen Bruder, general manager of IK. According to the latest figures, German manufacturers now use 400,000 tonnes of recycled material in the production of plastic packag- ing. The EU Commission is calling for the use of a total of 10 million tonnes of recycled material in the European packaging industry by 2025. A second target is to ensure that
at least 90% of household waste is capable of being recycled or reused – to improve on the current level of 75%.
Isabell Schmidt, managing director
of IK, said: “People need to realise that changes to some packages may have a negative impact on their overall ecological footprint, as more material is required.” One example is ultra-thin multi- layer barrier films that protect sensitive foods. Rejecting these – in favour of recyclability – would mean using more material to achieve the same level of performance. “There is still potential in some
areas to improve recyclability without detracting from the efficiency of the material,” she added.
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