EU’s target of 50% recycling of plastic packaging can be achieved by 2027
The recycling rate of plastic packaging in Finland has improved in recent years, but challenges remain. While households are increasingly active in sorting waste, Finland’s…
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The 2025 Recycling Fee Price Lists Have Been Published – Sumi is Competitive in Both Pricing Models
The 2025 recycling fee price lists for packaging producer organizations were published on October 1st, 2024. In the price comparison, Sumi was ranked as the…
German-based Reclay – one of the owners of Sumi Oy – offers international consultancy in circular economy and producer responsibility
In 2022, Raan Group, the company behind known brands Reclay and RecycleMe, acquired a majority stake in Sumi Oy. “This was another step toward the…
The operations of Suomen Maatalousmuovien Kierrätys Oy have started
The subsidiary of Sumi, Suomen Maatalousmuovien Kierrätys Oy, has successfully started its operations as planned in August, and the first load of plastic was delivered…
Sumi Åland applies for producer community status
The launch of the operations of Sumi Åland Ab, a subsidiary of Sumi Oy, has been delayed until this fall. The situation changed when Suomen…
Managing producer responsibility in the Nordic countries becomes easier – Sumi gains new partners
Sumi has entered into collaboration agreements with the Swedish packaging producer organization TMR and with Recipo, the producer organization for electrical and electronic waste and…
Sumi Participates in the REUSIFY Research Project on Packaging Reuse
VTT and the University of Vaasa have initiated an extensive research project, in collaboration with 21 stakeholder organizations, to pioneer the development of reusable packaging…
CEO’s review: June 2024
Sumi Oy – supporting producers The spring season was a period of intense activity for the entire Sumi producer responsibility organisation. We were diligently preparing…
Hartwall refreshes Finland and aims for a 100% recycling rate for packaging materials
Hartwall and its products, from sodas to more adult-oriented drinks, are well known among Finns. Established in 1836, the company is investing in recycling and…