Since its launch, the Deposit Return System has seen results increase monthly. In October this year, the DRS reached a new record, with a monthly collection rate of 84%.
Nestlé observes an increased interest of the population in the selective collection of polyethylene packaging or other types of flexible plastic used in the food industry.
STRABAG has played a pivotal role in modernizing Romania's infrastructure and transforming its urban landscape.
With 50% of global plastic waste ending up in landfills and only 9% recycled, GR3N developed MADE, the Microwave Assisted DEpolymerization solution.
DS Smith's Recyclability Evaluation Service (RES) has launched for businesses of all sizes. The service will also be available to companies in Romania.
OMV Petrom, an integrated energy producer in South-Eastern Europe, commissioned a new aromatics unit at Petrobrazi, following an investment of around €140 million. The unit has a capacity of 150,000 tons per year of toluene and benzene, improving the refinery's production mix and energy efficiency while reducing environmental impact.
Polytrade Global, a Romanian group specialising in energy infrastructure, the supply of electrical equipment, and renewable energy projects, closed 2025 with a turnover of around €21.5 million, a 173% increase on the previous year, and a net profit of €579,000.
Romania's media market reached an estimated net value of €838 million in 2025, up 5.4% compared to the previous year, according to Media Fact Book 2026, Initiative's annual report.
NextPower, a provider of solar and power technology solutions for utility-scale power plants, has launched new solar tracker and foundation technologies designed to simplify installation, increase site flexibility and support the performance of solar projects.
Holcim has completed the acquisition of Xella, a European walling business with projected 2026 net sales of €1 billion. The acquisition expands Holcim's building solutions portfolio with brands for both new build and the energy-efficient repair and refurbishment market.