British Plastics Federation

UK's largest plastics trade association with 500+ members from across the plastics industry supply chain.

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Not sure about becoming a member? This is for you 👇

With the new year upon us, it’s the perfect time to understand the many benefits of BPF Membership: https://t.co/yOMrGt5TT9

📢 Sound on

#plastics #plasticsindustry #membership

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Two busy days at CHEMUK 2026 👏

Great to catch up with members and meet new faces from across the wider industry.

A strong reminder of how connected UK manufacturing, chemicals, materials, sustainability and supply chains really are.

#CHEMUK2026

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Construction plastics are under pressure.

New regulations. Net zero targets. Carbon reporting. AI.

On 19 May, we’re bringing clarity.

Join our Plastics in Construction seminar for real-world insight across the supply chain 👇

https://t.co/i3PD6RRay1

#PlasticsInConstruction

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

♻️PET vs PEF.

Which performs better across the full lifecycle?

This cradle-to-grave study looks at recycling, energy recovery and more for 250ml drinks bottles.

Because sustainability is never just about one metric.

Explore the findings:
https://t.co/CfaKf6i1hb

#LCA

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

The US–Iran conflict is already affecting the UK plastics industry.

• 98% report cost increases
• 58% report severe or significant operational impact
• 63% have seen delays or cancellations

Read the full statement here: https://t.co/dia8r8pfXt

#UKPlastics

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Net zero targets are easy. Delivering them isn’t. Join our Annual Net Zero Seminar on 21 May 🌿

Practical tools, real strategies, no fluff.

Register here 👇

https://t.co/jbUgW1OoDM

#NetZero #Sustainability

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Recycled content in plastics packaging sounds simple.
In practice? Not quite.

Quality. Supply. EPR. Compliance.

⏳ 20% early bird ends tomorrow

📅 13 May | 🕒 1:30 PM

Register 👉 https://t.co/AF2k3XkLT0

#PlasticsPackaging #Recycling #CircularEconomy

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Are we reaching a turning point for UK plastics? 🔄

Our latest Business Conditions Survey shows early signs of stabilisation.

Read the full findings in the latest @interplas_news
👉 https://t.co/UnceALQ9bO

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Hear from leading experts at our Health & Safety Seminar 🦺

Speakers include Richard Bladon, Sarah Valentine, Graeme Craig, Rachel Little and Peter Kelly.

📅 24 March | 💻 Online
Register: https://t.co/u9oDws9zV8

#HealthAndSafety #Manufacturing

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Over 9,000 runners braved the wind and rain at the Brighton Half Marathon, including six colleagues from the British Plastics Federation running for @macmillancancer 💚

Huge congrats to the team!

You can still support their fundraising here 👇
https://t.co/La9yVv2RsE

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

20% of production time is lost in a typical plastics facility📉

Most operations don’t realise how much margin is quietly disappearing.

Real-time operational visibility changes that⚙️

Explore the full technical whitepaper:
https://t.co/HNS4mwtp2N

#OperationalExcellence #OEE

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Join us on 24 March for our annual Health and Safety Seminar 🦺

Covering HSE 2026 priorities, industry accident data and the SIMPL relaunch.

Free for BPF & SIMPL members!

Register here 👇
https://t.co/mshgaI9CvC

#HealthAndSafety #PlasticsIndustry

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

A great first day at @Southern_Mfg . Brilliant to meet members and new faces across the supply chain.

If you are at the show today, come and see us at Stand N270 👋

#SouthernManufacturing #UKManufacturing #ManufacturingInnovation

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

The countdown is on! ⏰

Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 is nearly here. We’ll be in Birmingham with @EasyfairsPackUK on 11–12 Feb — come say hello at Stand B140 👋

Free tickets: https://t.co/sMRHABlAe0 #PIE26

#PackagingInnovations #Empack

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

We’re heading to #SME26 ⚙️🌐

10,000+ professionals. 500+ suppliers.
The UK’s biggest ideas in manufacturing and engineering — all in one place.
Catch us at Stand N270.

More info here: https://t.co/AFhYuwGFNW

#SouthernManufacturing #Manufacturing

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

🌱 EPS reduces heating demand, protects products and supports efficient transport, with strong lifecycle performance and recyclability.

🔗 https://t.co/73bPymSCu8
📽️ @EUMEPS
🔎 https://t.co/kCLQQvZPxs

#eps #sustainability

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Two BPF team members attended the Polymer Study Tours 📚, gaining insight into modern manufacturing and applied sustainability at BERICAP and Berry Global.

Proud to support this programme with @iom3 and The Worshipful Company of Horners.

More info: https://t.co/o6ijqChZEG

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Our Plastics in Automotive Seminar brought the sector together to explore funding, innovation and ELV challenges 🚗⚙️

Thanks to our speakers, table-top exhibitors and sponsors STÄUBLI and ENGEL (UK) Ltd 🙌

Full recap 👉 https://t.co/OWgFlKpbfX

#Automotive #Plastics

[VinylPlus @VinylPlus_EU]

🇬🇧Register now for the VinylPlus UK Seminar 2025

The VinylPlus UK Seminar returns for 2025 and has been designed to provide the latest advances in the #PVC / #vinyl industry, including updates in legislation from the UK and Europe.

https://t.co/mmQRZyrOVu

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Great to co-organise yesterday’s Plastics & Rubber in the Circular Economy reception with @ScotPlastic at the @ScotParl .

Over 100 industry and government representatives joined the conversation on polymers, security and circularity 🔄

#PolymersInScotland #CircularEconomy

[British Plastics Federation @TheBPF]

Did you know modern cars use hundreds of kilograms of plastics to boost efficiency and performance? 🚗⚡

Join us at the BPF’s Plastics in Automotive Applications conference to explore what’s driving the sector.

Register: https://t.co/3gKURMaxrR

#Automotive #Plastics #BPFEvents