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27 Extrusion International 1/2026 Ayhan Busch, Co-Founder of the Busch Group, shared heartfelt re- marks about the company’s founding values and its family-driven legacy: “From the very beginning, our goal was to make vacuum technology accessible and useful for industries around the world,” she said. “We wanted to build not just a company, but a family – one where innovation, respect, and dedication guide every- thing we do. It is wonderful to see that spirit alive and thriving here to- day.” Representing the second genera- tion of family leadership, Sami and Kaya Busch, Co-CEOs of the Busch Group, also addressed the audience. “Busch has always been driven by a shared passion for technology and people,” said Kaya Busch. “This mile- stone in Virginia Beach is not only a celebration of the past but a commit- ment to the future. We are investing in sustainability, digitalization, and the continued development of our employees around the world.” Recognition from the city of Virginia Beach The Honorable Bobby Dyer, Mayor of Virginia Beach, praised the compa- ny’s long-standing partnership with the city and its impact on local eco- nomic development: “For 50 years, Busch Group USA has been a corner- stone of advanced manufacturing and engineering excellence in Virginia Beach,” Dyer said. “Their investment in this facility – and in the people who work here – speaks volumes about their commitment to this community. We are proud to have Busch as one of our city’s success stories.” Ribbon cutting, tours, and time capsule dedication Following the ceremony, guests joined company leaders and the Busch family for a ceremonial ribbon cutting, officially unveiling the renovated head - quarters. Attendees then participated in guided tours showcasing the facil- ity’s machine shop, systems building areas, assembly lines, service center, and offices – all designed to support efficiency, collaboration, and sustain - ability. The day concluded with refresh- ments, networking, and a time capsule dedication, symbolizing the company’s legacy and its hopes for the next gen- eration of innovators who will carry the organization’s mission forward. Busch Group USA www.buschvacuum.com www.buschgroup.com Partnership Will Double Collection Infrastructure, Expanding Citywide Coverage in Across Mexico City The Polystyrene Recycling Alliance (PSRA), a North American coalition advancing scalable polystyrene (PS) and expanded polystyrene (EPS) recycling solutions, an - nounced a new strategic collaboration with R3vira, a Mexico City-based organization committed to commu- nity-driven polystyrene recovery across Latin America’s largest metropolitan area. The collaboration supports PSRA’s broader mission to enable a more robust circular economy for polystyrene across North America. By investing in proven collection and processing systems, the initiative demonstrates how polystyrene can be recovered, recycled, and reused when infrastructure and end markets are in place. The partnership will enable R3vira to double the col- lection capacity of its innovative “peque-ruta” (micro- route) system, from 12 to 24 active pathways, increas - ing recovery and recycling of high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) and expanded polystyrene (EPS) by 2026. “Expanding access to recycling is essential to enabling true circularity for polystyrene,” said Justin Riney, Chair of the Polystyrene Recycling Alliance. “This partnership with R3vira reflects the practical, infrastructure-focused solutions our coalition works to advance – solutions that meet communities where they are and demonstrate how polystyrene can be collected, recycled, and re- turned to the market as a valuable resource. By pairing strong end markets with innovative, community-based collection models, we’re showing that polystyrene can play a meaningful role in a more inclusive and scalable circular economy.” PSRA’s investment will specifically support critical infrastructure enhancements, including densification equipment, expanded warehouse facilities, and work- force development across all 16 boroughs of Mexico City, the largest city in North America. Through R3vi- ra’s established partnership with Resirene, recovered materials will undergo complete closed-loop process- ing to produce FDA-approved recycled polystyrene resin for direct reintegration into new packaging ap- plications. “Partnering with the Polystyrene Recycling Alliance allows us to build on the collection systems we’ve de- veloped over the past five years and take them to the next level,” said Martha Melesio, Founder and Director of R3vira. “With PSRA’s support, we can significantly increase polystyrene recovery volumes, strengthen reli- able end-market pathways, and continue creating sta- ble, local jobs tied directly to recycling operations across Mexico City. This collaboration demonstrates how circu- lar economy solutions can deliver both environmental impact and economic opportunity at the community level.” This strategic initiative demonstrates how industry collaboration, targeted investment, and end-market demand can accelerate polystyrene circularity – sup- porting scalable recycling systems and reinforcing polystyrene’s role in a modern circular economy across North America. The Polystyrene Recycling Alliance (PSRA) www.PSRecycling.org R3vira www.r3vira.com.mx.