The UPCYCLE project was present at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) 2026 in Amsterdam through the participation of project partner AIMPLAS. Bringing together companies, researchers, technology providers, and decision-makers from across the plastics value chain, PRSE is a key meeting point for discussing the latest developments in recycling, material innovation, and circular solutions.
At its stand, AIMPLAS showcased a broad portfolio of research and innovation activities focused on plastic recycling and sustainability, including UPCYCLE. Project materials were shared with visitors throughout the event, helping raise awareness of UPCYCLE’s work and its contribution to developing new pathways for handling plastic waste.
PRSE 2026 provided a relevant setting to present UPCYCLE’s approach to transforming hard-to-process plastic waste into valuable resources through biotechnology and advanced processing technologies. As regulatory and market demands continue to drive the transition towards circular materials, interest in innovative solutions for plastic waste management remains high across the sector.
The event also highlighted many of the technological areas that are closely connected to UPCYCLE’s objectives, including chemical, mechanical, enzymatic, and solvent-based recycling approaches, as well as new strategies for recovering value from complex waste streams. These developments underline the growing importance of combining different technologies to improve material circularity and reduce dependence on virgin resources.
Alongside its project portfolio, AIMPLAS presented its expertise in recycling technologies, analysis and certification services, training activities, and sustainability solutions, offering visitors a broader view of the tools and knowledge being developed to support the plastics sector’s transition towards more circular models.
By featuring UPCYCLE at PRSE 2026, AIMPLAS helped increase the project’s visibility among organisations actively seeking innovative solutions for plastic waste valorisation and sustainable packaging. Events such as PRSE create opportunities to connect research and innovation with industrial needs, helping bring new technologies closer to future applications.