European plastics manufacturers and recyclers are urging Brussels to act as the sector’s industrial downturn deepens. Industry groups warn that high energy costs, weak demand, international competition and regulatory uncertainty are undermining European production and recycling. They are calling for faster, coordinated EU measures, including clearer rules under the forthcoming Circular Economy Act.
Sources
Plastics Europe — 7 Sept 2026: joint letter calling for stronger EU action to restore competitiveness, circularity and investment.
Plastics Europe source
Recycling Europe — 2 Sept 2026: says the European plastics recycling industry is facing an “unprecedented crisis”, citing plant closures, declining demand and unfair international competition.
Recycling Europe source