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CHINAPLAS

CHINAPLAS

Shenzhen, China
21 Apr 2026 - 24 Apr 2026
IFAT

IFAT

Munich, Germany
4 May 2026 - 7 May 2026
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PLAST

PLAST

Milan, Italy
9 Jun 2026 - 12 Jun 2026
FILTECH

FILTECH

Köln, Germany
30 Jun 2026 - 2 Jul 2026
H2O - ACCADUEO

H2O - ACCADUEO

Bari, Italy
26 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2026
GENERA

GENERA

Madrid, Spain
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Recycling

What is the recycling industry?

The recycling industry is one of the most vital sectors of the economy. It includes companies and facilities involved in the recycling of goods and materials. These include metals, paper, plastics, glass, organic materials, electronics, and chemicals. The industry incorporates waste collection, processing, reuse, delivery and reprocessing. It also encompasses the retailing and marketing of these wastes. It is done to prevent the accumulation of waste and pollution. As a result, the industry spans more than 30,000 enterprises.

Is the industry extensive and diverse?

The industry has a diverse and extensive network. It includes links to the chemical, plastics, woodworking, metalwork, and automotive industries. Its services are also essential to the transportation, maritime, and aviation sectors. The same applies to the energy and electronics industries. It is also true for the construction, agriculture, paper, beverages, and food industries. The packaging, retail, sports, HoReCa and tourism industries also rely on its services. The health, defence, rubber, and apparel sectors likewise rely on its wares. It results in an industry that employs around 85 professionals per 100,000 individuals.

Is the industry of high value and innovative?

As a result, the recycling industry is a high-value sector. For example, it has recently reached a market size of $59.07 billion. The segment often implements innovations to meet the latest demands for recycling. Exhibitors frequently present these during annual and biannual trade expositions. Various countries host such events. For example, they occur in Italy, Spain, and the People’s Republic of China. They also take place in the Federative Republic of Germany. Such events attract hundreds of thousands of participants.