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‘Conference year kick-off: IERC chews on global trade challenges’

The global electronics recycling sector will gather in Valencia, Spain on 21–22 January for the International Electronics Recycling Congress (IERC 2026), as rising trade complexity and regulation reshape the e-scrap market. Bringing together recyclers, OEMs, policymakers and technology providers, ...
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Exclusive interview with José Jiménez from Atlantic Copper – turning e-scrap into strategic resources

Discover how the company is scaling circular metallurgy, why the CirCular project was selected by the European Commission, and how innovation, sustainability, and advanced recycling are shaping the future of Europe’s raw materials independence.
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‘Headaches over pre-notification’

New Basel Rules May Paralyze Global E-Waste Recycling, Experts Warn Electronics recyclers are raising red flags over revised Basel Convention regulations requiring detailed prior approval for international e-waste shipments. Industry leaders say the complex procedures could stall recycling operatio...
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‘WEEE die grenzüberschreitende Verbringung erschwert wird’

Experteneinschätzung: Neue WEEE-Regulierungen und ihre Auswirkungen auf die Recyclingbranche.
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‘Countdown to Salzburg e-scrap show; Asian conference returns’

The 23rd International Electronics Recycling Congress (IERC 2025) in Salzburg brought together 300 participants from over 40 countries. Key discussions covered e-waste regulations, sustainable innovation, and circular economy practices. With expert speakers and site visits, IERC will move to Valenci...
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‘IERC 2025 Interview with Volker Pawlitzki – Our experience in circularity is one of the most important topics for the future’

In this exclusive interview, Volker Pawlitzki from Montanwerke Brixlegg AG highlights the company's 560-year history in copper recycling, producing Grade A copper cathodes from 100% scrap. Focusing on sustainability, they integrate energy-efficient processes and circularity, with innovations like hy...
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‘IERC 2025 Interview with Marc Affüpper – TSR is ready and prepared for this new dimension of circularity’

In this exclusive interview, Marc Affüpper from TSR discusses the company's leadership in metal recycling, emphasizing the importance of WEEE recycling in meeting future demands for secondary raw materials. TSR’s advanced technologies and strategic partnerships position them to lead in circularit...
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‘IERC 2025 Interview with Clemens Kitzberger – Revolutionizing recycling: EREMA Group’s vision for a sustainable circular economy’

In this exclusive interview, clemens kitzberger from erema group shares insights into how the company is driving innovation in plastics recycling to achieve a circular economy. from showcasing cutting-edge technologies like the intarema® tveplus® to providing a sneak peek into their manufacturing ...
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‘IERC 2024: Veränderungen finden in der Praxis statt’

Was sich beim WEEE-Recycling wie ändern sollte: Das diskutierte der 22. International Electronic Recycling Congress (IERC) vom 17. bis 19. Januar 2024 in Salzburg. Im Mittelpunkt des diesjährigen Branchenevents standen die „Erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung“ und das „Design for Recycling“...
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