Aliplast inaugures new rigid plastics recycling plant in Modena
Aliplast, a subsidiary of the Herambiente group (part of Hera), has opened its R3GID facility for recycling rigid plastics in Modena. The inauguration took place with attendance from Italian Environment Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin and other regional officials. The plant is among Europe's most innovative facilities and can process up to 30,000 tonnes of high-quality recycled polymers annually, achieving a certified purity level exceeding 99%. It was developed at an investment cost of €48.8 million, with €7.7 million coming from Italy’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP). R3GID is positioned to meet growing demand for recycled plastics under new EU regulations such as the Packaging and Waste Regulation (PPWR) and End-of-Life Vehicles regulation (ELV). The plant will help reduce reliance on fossil-based materials while supporting local supply chains and industrial competitiveness in sectors like automotive, cosmetics, electronics, and furniture.
Topics: environmental regulation EU policy plastics industry recycling