Finnish Packaging Producers Ltd and Remeo Address Plastic Packaging Recycling Challenges in Finland

Investments in consumer plastic waste sorting technology will be completed at Remeo’s Vantaa recycling facility during the second quarter of 2025, at which point the expanded plastic waste processing under the agreement will commence. In line with its strategy, FPP aims to centralize the sorting and recycling of consumer plastic packaging primarily within Finland. Previously, the country lacked sufficient industrial capacity to effectively handle household plastic packaging.

"FPP and Remeo have a track record of successful collaboration, and it is exciting to take the next step together. FPP is implementing a long-term strategy to benefit its customers, and Remeo’s bold investment in a plastic sorting facility in Finland aligns perfectly with this goal. The facility's capacity and capabilities are tailored to meet our needs, especially as the volume of plastic packaging under FPP’s responsibility has significantly increased. Furthermore, we will ensure that recycled plastic can return as raw material for our customers’ use," said Pekka Tommola, CEO of Finnish Packaging Producers Ltd.

"We are delighted to strengthen our partnership with Finnish Packaging Producers Ltd. Our collaboration, which began last fall, has taught us a great deal, as we have collected extensive data on the composition of packaging waste over the past year. This data, combined with our sorting expertise, has been the starting point for the continued investments in high-quality plastic sorting at our recycling facility, which opened in 2021," stated Panu Routasalo, CEO of Remeo.

Remeo’s Plastic Processing Capacity Addresses Finland’s Recycling Deficit

In 2025, Remeo will expand its plastic recycling operations. Once the current investments are completed, the Vantaa recycling facility will have a capacity to process 100,000 tons of plastic packaging, nearly quintuple the current processing capacity in Finland.

Contact Information:
Pekka Tommola, Finnish Packaging Producers Ltd, Tel: +358 400 315 841
Panu Routasalo, Remeo Oy, Tel: +358 40 836 2781

About Finnish Packaging Producers Ltd:
Finnish Packaging Producers Ltd is Finland’s largest producer responsibility organization for all types of packaging, approved by the authorities. Actively promoting circular economy, it focuses on improving the recyclability and recycling of packaging. Serving over 4,800 client companies, FPP ensures compliance with producer responsibility obligations by organizing packaging recycling efficiently, responsibly, and with ambitious targets, working closely with waste management operators and authorities. FPP also supports its clients in achieving their sustainability goals. For more information, visit suomenpakkaustuottajat.fi.

About Remeo Oy:
Remeo Oy is a Finnish circular economy company. We tackle our customers’ challenges in waste management, material recycling, and raw material sourcing. As an ambitious innovator in the recycling industry, we utilize advanced smart technology to ensure the most efficient material cycles in the sector. Our mission is to reduce Finland’s CO2 emissions by increasing recycling rates. Remeo operates nationwide in Finland, employing 430 circular economy professionals. In 2023, the company had a turnover of €118 million. For more information, visit remeo.fi.