The future of circular plastic in packaging, with Professor Edward Kosior of Nextek

In this episode, Lindy Hughson, Managing Editor & Publisher of PKN Packaging News, talks with Professor Edward Kosior of Nextek about their NEXTLOOPP project which aims to provide companies with recycled food grade polypropylene plastics for their packaging.Edward gives us an overview of the project and a detailed review into the regulations, process, and continued development of recycled plastic packaging. We discuss the nuances of different plastics, how businesses can implement recycled plastic packaging, and the common pitfalls faced when recycling. We also get an insight into the future of circular plastics in packaging, how Australia can further develop their recycling infrastructure, and how we can overcome roadblocks that are impeding the widespread adoption of circular plastic packaging. LINKS:NextLoopp partners with L’Oreal to close PP loop:www.packagingnews.com.au/materials/nextloopp-partners-with-l-oreal-to-close-pp-loop Nextloopp completes rPP results study:www.packagingnews.com.au/sustainability/nextloopp-completes-rpp-results-study Nextek: www.nextek.orgNEXTLOOPP:www.ne....xtloopp.com--------- PKN Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of PKN Packaging News, owned and published by Yaffa Media.The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of PKN Packaging News, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact PKN Packaging News via their website www.packagingnews.com.au or send an email to editor@packagingnews.com.au.MC: Grant McHerronHost: Lindy HughsonProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Jayden Wennholz
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