Tetra Pak’s recent collaboration with Alier marks a significant move in boosting carton recycling across the EU, emphasizing the pivotal role of recycling of food packaging.
With a nearly 40 million Euro investment in 2023 and plans for further expansion, Tetra Pak aims to enhance the recycling capacity for beverage cartons, including the polyethylene and aluminum layers known as ‘polyAl’.
In Sweden, Tetra Pak and Axjo Group’s joint investment of up to 24 million Euros will facilitate the construction of a new recycling line for polyAl, incorporating it into injection-molded plastic products, including items like cable drums and plastic storage boxes.
Similarly, in Spain, collaborations with Trans Sabater and Alier will significantly increase polyAl recycling capacity, offering high-quality pellets suitable for various end markets.Tetra Pak’s investments extend to Recon Polymers’ polyAl recycling plant in the Netherlands, aiming to advance material circularity across multiple countries, including France, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
The versatility of recycled polyAl enables its transformation into everyday items, including reusable pallets and large-format 3D printed objects.
As Tetra Pak leads the way in enhancing recycling capabilities, these initiatives not only benefit the environment but also offer opportunities for innovation in 3D printing and sustainable packaging solutions. With a focus on responsible and sustainable practices, Tetra Pak’s efforts align with the growing demand for eco-friendly solutions in the packaging industry.
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