Kundle Kundle (near Taree), Australia – 12th March 2025,  In a major breakthrough for sustainability and circular economy initiatives, GPT Circular and iQRenew have set new quality and specification criteria for soft plastics in advanced chemical recycling, ensuring Australia remains at the forefront of innovative waste solutions.

This landmark agreement, spearheaded by Toby Manners, CEO of GPT Circular, and Danial Gallagher, CEO of iQRenew, marks a crucial step in transforming locally collected soft plastics into high-quality recycled materials that meet global industry standards. By tackling one of the biggest barriers in plastic recycling—contamination—this initiative will significantly boost the efficiency and viability of advanced chemical recycling in Australia.
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Pioneering Solutions for a Cleaner Future

Chemical recycling demands exceptionally pure materials, free from contaminants such as food residues, inks, and adhesives. Achieving this level of cleanliness requires cutting-edge technology, and iQRenew’s Soft Plastics Engineered Commodity (SPEC) facility is at the heart of this innovation. The SPEC process integrates advanced sorting, washing, and quality control processes to ensure that only the highest-quality materials are transformed into reusable resources.

“Without stringent contamination control, soft plastics cannot reach their full recycling potential. The groundbreaking work being done at iQRenew’s SPEC facility, particularly with the SPEC process, is revolutionising the way we process and repurpose plastic waste,” said Toby Manners, CEO of GPT Circular.

Danial Gallagher, CEO of iQRenew, added, “Establishing these quality and specification standards is a game-changer for soft plastics recycling. By ensuring a consistent high-quality standard of input materials, we can maximise the success of chemical recycling and enable a pathway to a sustainable future.”
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Driving True Circularity for Australian Businesses

A key advantage of chemical recycling is its ability to produce food-grade recycled plastic, a crucial step forward for Australian brands and retailers. Chemical recycling returns soft plastics to their original molecular structure, making them suitable for high-value applications such as food packaging.

“For the first time, Australian businesses can integrate high-quality, recycled plastics into their packaging solutions, reducing their reliance on virgin materials while supporting a truly circular economy,” said Manners. “This is a significant win for sustainability, innovation, and consumer demand for environmentally responsible packaging.”
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A Milestone in Australia’s Recycling Evolution

This collaboration between GPT Circular and iQRenew is setting new industry benchmarks, ensuring that Australia continues to lead the way in sustainable waste management. By implementing high-quality standards and utilising cutting-edge processing technologies, the initiative is helping to divert valuable resources from landfills and into meaningful reuse.

With our ability to meet stringent industry feedstock specifications, we are supporting the advanced chemical recycling industry in Australia to expected to expand significantly. These activities will pave the way for greater sustainability, reduced environmental impact, and a stronger circular economy.
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