Port of LA reports hectic June

Fears of pending tariffs could have contributed to container shipping traffic that grew 8 percent year on year in Los Angeles this June.

Rooted in advocacy

American Forest & Paper Association President and CEO Heidi Brock’s background in public service and environmental advocacy has helped strengthen the group’s foundation.

A fuller picture

Hyperspectral imaging in recycling offers additional details on material flowing through MRFs, enabling flexible, adaptable sorting.

Amazon continues progress on waste diversion, packaging reduction

The retail and infrastructure giant also is investing in bioplastics developments and recycling to address consumer packaging waste.

Haier GE Appliances to expand capacity in Kentucky

The China-based appliance producer says it will invest $490 million to assemble washers and dryers in Louisville, Kentucky.

Industry looks to strengthen international standards

The message to attendees at May's BIR Recycling Convention was that in the face of tariffs and economic nationalism, recyclers must continue to strengthen specifications and promote recyclables as essential.

Newsworthy

Recent news from the various sectors of the recycling industry from our July 2025 issue.

Presona to be acquired by Inducore AB

Baler manufacturer will be acquired by Inducore AB, a Swedish firm with several industrial product and service portfolio companies.

Machinex introduces SamurAI Optima sorting robot

The company says the new sorter features a compact design that lowers costs and installation time and allows for easy integration into a wider range of recycling facilities.

GM assigns vehicle assembly work to 3 US plants

The automaker’s CEO refers to an “ongoing commitment to build vehicles in the U.S. and to support American jobs” in making the announcement.

Equipment Report

Recent news from suppliers to the recycling industry from our June 2025 issue.