TOMRA Group News

Anika Jovik appointed EVP Strategy to TOMRA Executive Team

Anika Jovik steps into the role as Executive Vice President (EVP) of Strategy, bringing more than 20 years of international leadership experience with her.

TOMRA publishes Annual Report 2025 Circular Foundations

TOMRA today released its Annual Report for 2025, titled “Circular Foundations.” The report outlines how the company advanced circular solutions in a year marked by geopolitical turbulence and economic uncertainty, while continuing to strengthen its technological and organizational foundations for longterm value creation. 

Norwegian Export Prize 2025: Global Impact by TOMRA

Norway's most prestigious export award recognizes TOMRA's decades of turning a simple idea – automated bottle sorting – into technology transforming global value chains.

Petter Planke obituary – TOMRA co-founder’s legacy

It is with great sadness that we received the news that Petter Planke, who founded TOMRA together with his brother Tore, passed away on 25 February 2026 at the age of 89.

Circular economy trends 2026: from prep to execution

2025 laid the groundwork for circularity. In 2026, execution accelerates: AI‑enhanced sorting, reuse systems, expanding DRS, smarter food automation, city infrastructure, and MWS to hit targets at scale.

TOMRA Reuse keeps the beats clean at FAIRGROUND Festival 2025

One of Germany’s biggest indoor festivals goes all in with TOMRA’s “Throw’n’Go” cup system

TOMRA Reuse Unveils Next-Gen Event Recycling Solution

TOMRA Reuse has launched its event solution for reusable cups at Intility Arena in Oslo — marking the first time TOMRA’s reuse technology is live at a major sports arena.

Citywide reusable cup system CopoMais launches in Lisbon

Lisbon takes a major step toward circularity with the launch of the new system

TOMRA Supports Global Circularity Protocol at COP30

TOMRA is taking a leading role in driving global circularity as a Business Champion of the newly launched Global Circularity Protocol for Business (GCP). Unveiled today by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and the One Planet Network, hosted by UNEP, the GCP establishes a unified, science-based foundation to accelerate circular business transformation worldwide.

TOMRA Opens Områ to boost plastic recycling in Norway

A new chapter for circular plastics in Europe begins today with the official opening of Områ, Norway’s new national facility for sorting all types of plastic packaging waste—including plastic that previously had no other option than to go to incineration.

TOMRA joins global leaders supporting the 2030 Plastics Agenda

TOMRA has joined a coalition of global businesses in support of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s newly launched 2030 Plastics Agenda for Business, a bold new action plan against plastics.

Centralized waste sorting delivers the greatest climate benefit

A new report published by Mepex shows that centralized sorting of plastic waste provides the greatest climate benefit and is the most cost-effective solution for reducing CO₂ emissions.

Third Quarter 2025 Results Announcement

TOMRA, the global technology leader in sensor-based solutions for optimal resource productivity, announces its financial results for the third quarter 2025.

Large RVM order received from retail chain in Poland

TOMRA has today announced an order for 3,000 reverse vending machines (RVMs) to be supplied to Dino Polska, one of Poland’s largest retail chains.

TOMRA acquires C&C Consolidated Holdings

TOMRA has entered into an agreement to acquire C&C Consolidated Holdings, LLC (“C&C”), a leading provider of "bag drop" solutions for collection and processing of beverage containers in the United States, operating under the CLYNK brand.  

HOINE wins startup pitch competition at Arendalsuka

Norwegian startup HØINE took first place in the pitch competition Circular Creativity at Arendalsuka 2025, organized by NG Nordic and TOMRA in collaboration with Startuplab and Sirk Norge.

TOMRA’s Response to Norway’s Circular Economy Report 2025

On 7 September, 2025, TOMRA submitted its response to the Norwegian government’s hearing on the expert group report “Ikke rett fram” (“Not a Straight Path”).

Lars Enge appointed new EVP of TOMRA Recycling

Lars Enge, the new EVP of TOMRA Recycling, has been a vital part of the leadership since joining as EVP of Group Strategy in March 2022.

TOMRA showcases full plastics circularity at K 2025

At K 2025, TOMRA presents recycling, collection, reuse, and feedstock innovations, showcasing holistic solutions that drive plastics circularity and resource efficiency.

Lisbon: First EU City with Reusable Cup System

Landmark partnership between the City of Lisbon, TOMRA and the Portuguese hospitality association AHRESP aims to cut litter and emissions with smart deposit return system. The system could remove thousands of littered cups from Lisbon's public spaces - every night.

Collection Point for Reusable Takeaway Food Packaging

TOMRA’s Rotake system now accepts reusable food boxes, bowls and cups — and refunds deposits instantly to consumers’ mobile wallets or credit cards.

TOMRA to Unveil Solutions at Reuse Economy Expo in Paris

TOMRA will unveil two solutions at this year’s Reuse Economy Expo Fair in Paris (May 26–27), showcasing its continued commitment to advancing reuse and circularity in packaging systems.

TOMRA Leads Coalition to Demand Circularity in EU Funding Framework

Key figures within the EU Plastic Recycling Industry and others have joined forces to raise alarm over the European Commission’s draft Clean Industrial State Aid Framework, citing a critical lack of support for circularity measures.

Introducing Områ: Norway's new national plastic sorting facility

New name for the plant is revealed as it begins its commissioning process 

TOMRA Q4 2024 Results Announcement | Financial Update

TOMRA announces its financial results for the fourth quarter 2024.

PPWR: The Future of Packaging with Reuse & Prevention

Packaging waste has been a major roadblock on the path to a circular economy, but the proposed Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is set to change that.

PPWR Targets: Redefining Packaging with Recycled Content

The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) will set a new bar for circularity by introducing groundbreaking targets for recycled content in plastic packaging.

PPWR: Stronger Packaging, Smarter Recycling

Part of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is about transforming how we approach packaging from design to disposal.

TOMRA EVP Retirement Announcement 2025

EVP and Head of TOMRA Recycling Dr. Volker Rehrmann has decided to retire, effective 31 May 2025, after a remarkable career pioneering optical systems for waste sorting within the recycling industry.

Building a circular textiles industry in America

The average US consumer discards more than 35 kg of textiles in a year. How can we turn this challenge into an opportunity? TOMRA teamed up with Accelerating Circularity and Goodwill Industries to explore solutions with US industry experts.

TOMRA Acquires c-trace to Boost Digital Waste Management

TOMRA has acquired 80% of the shares in c-trace GmbH, a German leader in digital waste management solutions.

TOMRA's Path to Net Zero by 2050

TOMRA, a global leader in resource optimization and circular economy solutions, is proud to announce that its Science Based Targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

TOMRA leads global effort in circular economy

TOMRA has taken on the role of Business Champion for the Global Circularity Protocol for Business (GCP), and the One Planet Network (OPN) to enable accountability and address key gaps in scaling global circularity.

Capital Markets Day 2024

TOMRA continues to see strong growth opportunities with significant and tangible drivers for increased circularity. With continued technological leadership in core divisions and progress on developing adjacent opportunities, TOMRA is uniquely positioned to capitalize on this momentum and turn waste into valuable resources.

New report on advanced sorting and plastic circularity in Europe

A new report, researched and drafted by Eunomia Research and Consulting, commissioned by Amcor and TOMRA, explores how marker and object recognition sorting technology can contribute to circularity and traceability in plastic packaging recycling in Europe.

Austria, Wales, Taiwan Lead in Recycling Rates: TOMRA

Norwegian Minister of Climate and Environment visits TOMRA in China

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Norway. At this historical moment, the Norwegian Minister of Climate and Environment Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, led a delegation to visit China and TOMRA in Xiamen.

TOMRA Signs Long-Term Recycling Supply Agreements

The agreements establish the framework for TOMRA Feedstock to provide a consistent supply of high-quality raw materials for OMV Group's recycling operations. OMV will process feedstock supplied from TOMRA Feedstock plants in its ReOil® plants in Austria, while Borealis will process feedstock produced by TOMRA at its mechanical recycling operations in Europe.

Ambitious Targets to Fight Plastic Pollution: TOMRA

With discussions revolving around the UN plastics treaty, TOMRA presents its strategic and pragmatic recommendations focused on enhancing waste management and fostering resource efficiency.

Eunomia urges for a materials-based EU Waste Directive

Eunomia’s latest report recommends replacement of Waste Framework Directive with a Materials Framework Directive, and establishment of EU-level powers on environmental taxation.

TOMRA Demonstrates Textile Sorting at Homeboy Threads in LA

A diverse crowd of textile experts, fashion designers, policymakers, recycling specialists and waste management representatives gathered in Los Angeles on February 29th to witness fully automated textile sorting by TOMRA.

TOMRA Acquires 25% Stake in PolyPerception

TOMRA and pioneering waste analysis start-up PolyPerception broaden their strategic AI alliance.

Textile Circular Value Chain Solutions by TOMRA

TOMRA, a pioneering force in automated textile sorting, presents its latest white paper titled "Transforming Textiles: 4 Key Beliefs to Enable Textiles Circularity." This paper addresses the current state of the textiles industry, strategies and technologies needed for the transition to a circular value chain.

TOMRA Launches Reusable Takeaway Packaging System

A groundbreaking initiative for reusable takeaway packaging was launched today as a three-year pilot project between TOMRA and the municipality of Aarhus.

TOMRA joins the World Business Council for Sustainable Development

TOMRA has joined over 200 forward-thinking companies as the newest member of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).

TOMRA's Swift Cyberattack Response: Normalization Achieved

TOMRA's CEO, Tove Andersen, reflects on lessons learned and the company's enhanced security measures.

TOMRA supports the UN Plastic Pollution Treaty

TOMRA has released its 10 recommendations for a United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Plastics Treaty. The recommendations were released ahead of INC3, the third meeting of the International Negotiating Committee, which will take place from November 13 to 19 in Nairobi, Kenya.

Government of Poland publishes deposit return system law

A bill to introduce a deposit return system (DRS) on beverage containers was published by the Government of Poland on September 12, 2023. The legislation mandates deposits on single-use plastic bottles of up to 3 liters, reusable glass bottles of up to 1.5 liters and metal cans of up to 1 liter, and will begin January 1, 2025.

TOMRA named Norway’s Most Innovative Business 2022-23 by InnoMag

InnoMag, in collaboration with Computerworld, names the top 25 Norwegian companies that are best-in-class in innovation.

TOMRA July 20th update on cyberattack

TOMRA discovered an extensive cyberattack against the company on July 16th affecting some of the company’s data systems. To contain the attack, selected services were disconnected. A team of internal and external resources is working around the clock to establish alternative solutions and to reestablish normal operations. Affected systems will remain offline until it is safe to operate them.

TOMRA CEO Tove Andersen participates in NPAP Plastic Talks panel

The National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) Plastic Talks took place on August 28, 2023 in Ha Noi, Vietnam where TOMRA CEO and President, Tove Andersen, participated in a panel discussion with industry representatives to discuss the UN's Global Plastic Treaty.

The Value of Team Spirit in Challenging Times

On Sunday I received a call no CEO wants to receive: “We have been subject to an extensive cyberattack.” Our Information Security Team was already assembled, and our Crisis Management Team was set up immediately. Since then, large teams have been working around the clock to contain the attack, keep business running and work to reestablish normal operations. We will continue to work this way until we are certain our systems are completely clean, safe and we can again deliver full services to all customers. I am very glad that we are already making progress on this.

TOMRA Partners with INEOS Styrolution and EGN

TOMRA, the world leader in waste transformation; INEOS Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics; and EGN Entsorgungsgesellschaft Niederrhein, a leading recycling company, have today announced a ground-breaking project to convert post-consumer polystyrene (PS) waste into recycled polystyrene for food packaging applications.

TOMRA and Aarhus City Collaborate on Reuse System

TOMRA and Plastretur sign joint venture

Norway’s first dedicated sorting plant to enable circularity of plastic packaging.

2040 vision for a sustainable future

Rewiring our relationship with resources through the Waste Framework Directive (WFD) is vital for the EU to continue to innovate and lead the world in reaching a circular economy by 2040.

TOMRA Acquires 14% Stake in Traceability Leader Kezzler

The investment by TOMRA has been made through a combination of participation in the company’s rights issue and buying secondary shares.

TOMRA issues NOK 1 billion green bonds

On October 26th, 2022, TOMRA Systems ASA, rated A-/stable by Scope Ratings, has successfully issued a total of NOK 1 billion in new senior unsecured green bonds split between two tenors.

TOMRA Supports Global Plastics Treaty for a Cleaner Planet

Global businesses across the plastics value chain, financial institutions, and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) came together today to announce a common vision for an effective and ambitious Global Treaty to End Plastic Pollution.

Five Design Principles for Successful EPR by TOMRA

TOMRA identifies mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) as a solution to post-consumer packaging waste. 

Germany's Deposit Return System Expansion by TOMRA

TOMRA, the international market leader for reverse vending machines, expects a significant boost to Germany’s circular economy in the new year.

New CEO starts at TOMRA

Tove Andersen has joined TOMRA as president and CEO effective August 16, 2021.

INEOS Styrolution Offers Recycled Polystyrene with TOMRA

INEOS's “Styrolution® PS ECO 440” is based on TOMRA’s high-quality NIR sorting process delivering a polystyrene purity of more than 99.9%.

Sensor-Based Ore Sorting: Circular Economy Achievements

Last March the European Commission announced its Circular Economy Action Plan as one of the main blocks of the European Green Deal.