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GreenDot makes entry into France with new acquisition


German recycling platform GreenDot has acquired Frence-based RG Group and its two low-density polyethylene (LDPE) mechanical recycling sites in Tence and Saint-Pal-de-Mons. In conjunction with facilities in Hörstel and Eisfeld in Germany, and in Piacenza, Italy, GreenDot currently operates a total of five mechanical recycling plants across Europe, with this acquisition marking its first operational presence in France while significantly enhancing its expertise in post-com- mercial and industrial PE film recycling. “We are honoured that the highly skilled and recognized RG Group has decided to join our team,” said Laurent Auguste, CEO of GreenDot. “It is an important step in strengthening our ability to act as one of the most


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LDPE recycling space are withdrawing from the market, GreenDot says the move strengthens its commitment to


GreenDot has bought recycler RG Group


reliable players in Europe, accelerating true circularity of plastics packaging. France is a key market in need of increased plastic recycling, and we aim to be a meaningful contributor.” At a time when many players in the


enhancing high-quality recycling of LDPE film suitable for use in packag- ing applications and supports the shift towards a more circular plastics economy. n Chemical recycling technology group Agilyx, which acquired 46% of shares in GreenDot Global last year, has raised its ownership to 50.1%, with the remaining 49.9% stake now owned by investment group Lafor. GreenDot is expected to generate approximately €375m in revenue and over €22m in EBITDA in 2026, said Agilyx. � www.green-dot.com � www.agilyx.com � www.rg-group.org


Bremen sorting plant back in operation after fires


The Sortierkontor Nord (SKN) lightweight packaging sorting plant in Bremen, Germany, jointly operated by Nehlsen and PreZero, is back in operation following major reconstruction. The facility, originally commis- sioned in 2021, processes around 120,000 tonnes/yr of material from the dual collection systems in Bremen and the surround- ing federal states. German company Stadler carried out the work after two fire incidents severely damaged sections of the plant in 2022. “Fire incidents in light


packaging plants tend to cause immense damage


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because hazardous compo- nents such as lithium-ion batteries are often con- cealed in the material stream,” said Tom Schmitt, Sales Manager at Stadler. “In redesigning the Bremen facility, our priority was to ensure stable sorting


performance while signifi- cantly increasing fire safety.” He said this involved


architectural changes, new system layouts, and the integration of technologies. � www.nehlsen.com � https://prezero-international.com � https://w-stadler.de


IMAGE: RG GROUP


IMAGE: STADLER


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