Localities join in efforts to fight plastics pollution
December 25, 2023 | 15:55
Ten localities in Vietnam are taking actions to fight plastic pollution under Plastic Smart Cities (PSC), an initiative put forward by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
Plastics firms seek new ways to sail through the slowdown
October 19, 2023 | 10:31
Amidst the downturn in export markets, plastic companies are looking for novel solutions to facilitate their business activities.
PVA PRO bags $1 million from ITI fund to address plastic waste
August 05, 2023 | 12:30
PVA PRO, a startup specialising in cutting-edge technology for water-soluble polymer packaging, has successfully raised around $1 million through the ITI Fund.
Global treaty in sight for plastics battle
August 02, 2023 | 10:29
Vietnam is joining the world’s efforts to formulate a legally binding treaty about plastic pollution, which has become a big menace for the country’s national development.
Plastics & Rubber Vietnam Exhibition 2023 opens in Hanoi
July 26, 2023 | 16:13
Plastics & Rubber Vietnam 2023, an international plastics & rubber technologies and materials exhibition, kicked off at the International Centre for Exhibition in Hanoi on July 25.
OXO-degradable plastics threaten sustainable development
April 04, 2023 | 09:00
OXO-degradable microplastic particles have become a common pollutant in soil and water and pose a threat to both ecosystems and human health.
Low input material price to support profit margins of plastic businesses
September 27, 2022 | 22:08
Vietnam is currently heavily dependent on the import of PVC resins - input materials in the construction plastic production chain. In the second half of this year and 2023, Vietcombank Securities Co (VCBS) forecasts that a low PVC price will support profit margins of businesses.
Attempting to balance green ideas with profit
July 05, 2022 | 10:45
The circular economy is essential for all businesses as well as people. Roongrote Rangsiyopash, president and CEO of SCG told VIR’s Nguyen Huong how this company collaborates with relevant partners to promote this kind of development model and aim for net zero emissions.
Starbucks CSR initiatives gather pace
June 29, 2022 | 13:00
The food and beverage sector in Vietnam is looking to capitalise on the economic recovery by kickstarting goals in corporate social responsibility. Patricia Marques, general manager of Starbucks Vietnam, explained to VIR’s Quang Bao how the company is attempting to push forward with more initiatives in the name of sustainable development.
Worthwhile opportunity to foster new technologies in the plastics and rubber industry in Vietnam
June 22, 2022 | 08:00
The Ninth International Plastics and Rubber Technologies and Materials Exhibition for Vietnam – Plastics & Rubber Vietnam 2022 – will officially take place between July 6 and 8 and feature hundreds of exhibitors and various inspiring activities for attendees.
Getting to grips with the plastics scourge
June 17, 2022 | 23:00
Through campaigns and awareness-raising efforts, Vietnamese authorities and businesses are taking steps to limit plastic usage or promote recycling, with newly-ratified legislation helping to shift from a linear economy towards a circular economy.
Crafting a preferential plastics policy for businesses to grasp their crucial role
June 14, 2022 | 13:00
Assoc Prof. Dr. Nguyen Dinh Tho, general director of the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment shared with VIR’s Hoang Oanh about his desire to accompany businesses in providing reasonable advice and policies to build a circular economy for plastics by 2030.
Promoting a waste-free circular economy at Nestlé
June 14, 2022 | 08:00
Packaging helps protect food and beverages, ensure product quality and safety, and prevent food waste. However, these essential requirements should not come at the expense of the planet. Khuat Quang Hung, head of Corporate Affairs at Nestlé Vietnam, told VIR’s Tra My how the company is committed to reducing waste from packaging, and taking concrete actions that help build a waste-free future.
Fishers effectively contribute to reducing marine litter
June 08, 2022 | 18:20
At a national workshop held in Phu Yen province on June 6, international experts and local authorities tackled marine waste from aquaculture and fishing.
Promoting circular economy from white pollution reduction
June 05, 2022 | 12:54
With as much as 400 million tonnes of additional plastic waste produced worldwide every year, Vietnam has committed to help solve this issue, and VIR will discuss the important topic in its upcoming series of talk shows, starting from June 6, 2022.
Mobile Version