RI Talks
Podcast Description
RI Talks is the official podcast of Recycling International – the leading global platform for the recycling industry. Join editor-in-chief Martijn Reintjes as he speaks with pioneers, entrepreneurs and experts from across the recycling world, covering everything from metals and plastics to e-waste, textiles, and emerging markets. Each episode explores innovations, trends, market shifts, and policy developments shaping the future of the circular economy. For anyone serious about sustainability and global recycling.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide range of topics related to the recycling industry, including metals, plastics, e-waste, textiles, and market innovations. Episodes dive into themes like sustainability, economic challenges, and emerging market trends, with examples such as the discussion on the K2025 trade fair and its implications for the circular economy.
RI Talks is the official podcast of Recycling International – the leading global platform for the recycling industry. Join editor-in-chief Martijn Reintjes as he speaks with pioneers, entrepreneurs and experts from across the recycling world, covering everything from metals and plastics to e-waste, textiles, and emerging markets. Each episode explores innovations, trends, market shifts, and policy developments shaping the future of the circular economy. For anyone serious about sustainability and global recycling.
In this first episode of RI Talks, host Martijn Reintjes speaks with Thomas Franken, project director of K2025 – the world’s largest trade show for the plastics and rubber industry, held every three years in Düsseldorf. What does it take to organize a 180,000 m² exhibition with over 3,200 international exhibitors? What trends are shaping the industry, and how does the circular economy take center stage at this year’s edition?
Franken shares exclusive insights into logistics, innovations, AI in machinery, and the growing role of sustainability and responsibility in plastics. He also reflects on the economic challenges recyclers face today – and how K2025 aims to foster dialogue between industry leaders and policymakers.
Save the date: October 8–15, 2025
Düsseldorf, Germany
More info: recyclinginternational.com
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.