A regional integration study for plastic recycling supply chains

Plastics have facilitated the human life and development of civilisation in many aspects thanks to their positive attributes. However, it has also been at the centre of discussions about its negative impacts, especially on the environment. This controversy has increased the importance of recycling capabilities both globally and locally, while it also suffers from a variety of challenges. This study, therefore, has investigated the opportunities to integrate the plastics recycling supply network of the North East of England and demonstrated the regional relationships, capabilities, existing challenges and potential opportunities for the development of the sector and the region.