Warehouse-robotics provider Exotec and E80 Group announced a strategic partnership to combine Exotec's Skypod AS/RS with E80's pallet-handling systems into one automation ecosystem. The joint offering will initially target CPG and grocery customers.

CARBIOS and French label maker SLEEVER signed an exclusive long-term contract to jointly develop Home Compost biodegradable shrinksleeve films, including a master supply agreement for CARBIOS Active enzyme for PLA biodegradation.

BOOSTHEAT announced it has entered final negotiations with a French manufacturer to develop a new-generation ionic fluid hydrogen compressor for refueling stations and decentralized storage, possibly via a joint venture.

Europe Technologies built a semi-automated pilot assembly line for LivingPackets' The Box packaging in Nantes, and the partnership continues with planned mass-production lines of 500,000 to 1 million units a year.

Plastic Omnium and start-up Greenerwave formed an exclusive partnership to develop a 4D imaging radar for vehicles, expected in 2025, with prototypes in 2022.

In June 2021 Ardagh partnered with France-based beverage group Ogeu to invest in a beverage can filling line, which Ogeu will use to add new can formats to its drinks range.