Plastics Recyclers Europe (PRE) was established in 1996 with the purpose of protecting and promoting the interests of plastics recyclers in Europe. PRE aims to establish a profitable and sustainable plastics recycling industry by helping recyclers develop and implement the circular economy model, and to harmonize the recycling standards across Europe. When created the association had 7 members. Today more than 120 companies across Europe are a part of PRE.

In its first years, PRE recycled 200 000 tonnes of plastic waste. Now this amount has reached 2.5 million tonnes, constituting 80% of European recycling capacity. With collective efforts and strong commitment of the plastics industry and legislators this number will only continue to grow.

Furthermore, PRE provides plastics recyclers with representation at the European level and among the leading industry organizations. It promotes the use of quality plastic recyclates and offers concrete advices to develop innovative products and packages that have an eco-friendly design.