Cirrec has increased its in-house supply of tray-based recycled PET (tray rPET), supporting Faerch’s ambition to scale circular packaging solutions at industrial scale.

Cirrec is now performing with such steady progress that it can provide its full annual output capacity of approximately 27,000 tonnes of pellets for internal consumption within the Faerch Group. This secures Faerch’s access to high-quality recycled raw material and strengthens the company’s position as a truly integrated recycler-producer.

Driving circularity and supply stability through integrated recycling

Faerch, a leader in rigid plastic food packaging, is advancing the transition to circularity by expanding its integrated recycling model. At the centre of this approach is the Cirrec Division, which enables Faerch to turn post-consumer trays into new food-grade packaging, ensuring quality, security of supply, and true material circularity.

Faerch’s recycling platform is built on the principle that yesterday’s resources must stay in the loop. This progress is driven by strong collaboration across teams, close partnerships throughout the value chain, and a continuous focus on improving processes and outcomes. By producing food packaging with tray rPET, Faerch demonstrates how responsible design and resource efficiency can go hand in hand: every tray is made from materials that have already served a life – now renewed to protect food and minimise environmental impact.

Tim Rademacker, Divisional CEO – Recycling at Faerch Group and Cirrec, comments:
“Faerch ensures stability and quality in food packaging by managing the recycling process through Cirrec. This control allows us to secure high standards for raw materials, consistent quality, and reliable supply. Clear and coloured tray rPET offer a stable and sustainable recycled PET source, protecting customers from market volatility and supporting long-term business resilience. With our ambition, we can secure constant supply and stable quality for all PET food packaging applications within the Faerch Group.”

Ambitious 2026 target: scaling tray rPET to 25-30%

European recyclers — **Faerch advances circular packaging leadership with growing rPET volumes from Cirrec. (photo: Faerch)**

Looking ahead, Faerch has set an ambitious yet realistic target to achieve 25–30% tray rPET content across its product portfolio by 2026. This long-term goal is integrated into Faerch’s certification processes and reflects the company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Achieving this milestone will require continued effort and close collaboration across the value chain. By strengthening its internal consumption of tray rPET, Faerch aims to provide customers with greater supply stability, quality assurance, and price resilience – supporting them in navigating market fluctuations and emerging regulatory requirements.