How to lead the global plastics issue
May 12, 2022 | 17:13
As global momentum builds on ending plastic pollution and marine debris, Vietnam is strengthening its ability to build back better from COVID-19 and transition to a circular economy. Caitlin Wiesen, resident representative in Vietnam of the United Nations Development Programme, and Grete Løchen, Norwegian Ambassador to Vietnam, write about the changes ahead.
Indorama Netherlands to acquire Ngoc Nghia Plastics
March 23, 2022 | 10:12
Indorama Netherlands B.V. announced plans to buy Ngoc Nghia Plastics JSC, a leading enterprise in the plastic packaging industry.
Plastic and Health Action Partnership launched to enhance health and environment
December 23, 2021 | 15:35
The Plastic and Health Action Partnership (PHA) is one of the starting actions of Local Solution for Plastic Pollution (LSPP).
Lego sets up a long-term growth in Asia
December 21, 2021 | 17:47
Nguyen Thu had a chat with Carsten Rasmussen, chief operations officer of Lego on the toy-maker's ambition for this news factory and the green path it is taking.
Nestlé Vietnam and VEA cooperate on sustainable management of packaging
December 10, 2021 | 13:53
The VEA and Nestlé Vietnam signed an MoU to promote environmental protection and sustainable packaging management.
Conference seeks to amplify EPR application in Vietnam
November 29, 2021 | 14:17
On November 24-25, the Training of Trainers course on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging was organised online and in person.
Plastic as a valuable resource for Vietnam to tackle plastics pollution
September 29, 2021 | 22:40
A new IFC-World Bank analysis suggests used plastic could be a valuable resource for Vietnam to scale up recycling and other plastic circularity efforts.
BASF innovation to make plastics last longer and reduce plastic waste
September 14, 2021 | 07:00
Germany-based BASF has developed innovative solutions to extend the life of plastics and reduce plastic waste for a zero-waste future.
Fostering corporate responsibility in curbing plastic waste
August 18, 2021 | 08:00
Phan Tuan Hung, director general of the Department of Legal Affairs under the MoNRE discussed the implementation of the EPR concept and related challenges.
Supermarkets hammer out details on future of plastics
April 05, 2021 | 12:50
A pilot project on establishing a plastic alliance of Vietnamese supermarkets and shepherding the retail industry towards the more sustainable production and consumption of plastics was launched on March 31 by the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment, along with the Department of Industry and Trade of Hanoi.
Practical solutions found to combat waste pollution
March 28, 2021 | 21:52
Vietnamese students have joined forces with industry mentors to present innovative solutions to combat plastic waste.
An Phat Holdings pursuing community growth and active diplomacy
March 12, 2021 | 12:26
An Phat Holdings has become the first choice to represent the local business community in welcoming foreign delegations to Hai Duong province.
Vinamarine improves ship waste handling services at Saigon New Port – Cat Lai Terminal
February 04, 2021 | 12:18
Vinamarine has been working with the EU-German marine litter project since April 2020, to enhance the management of waste from ships at Cat Lai Terminal.
EU supports Vietnam in adopting better management of packaging waste
February 04, 2021 | 12:17
The European Union cooperates with the MoNRE and other stakeholders to take steps towards efficient plastic waste management in Vietnam to reduce marine plastic litter.
La Vie – flagship in accelerating circular economy
December 18, 2020 | 12:20
Bich Ngoc talked with La Vie CEO Fausto Tazzi about the company's sustainable development strategy and how the company has achieved its targets on schedule.
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