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Recyclers in Egypt's 'Garbage City' are experiencing increased demand and profits due to disruptions in the plastic supply chain caused by the Iran war.

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Who
Egypt recyclers
What
Recyclers in Egypt's 'Garbage City' are experiencing increased demand and profits due to disruptions in the plastic supply chain caused by the Iran war.
When
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:29:51 GMT · 2h 23m ago
Where
Egypt ·
Why
The Iran war has disrupted the Middle East's polyethylene exports, which are a significant part of the global supply, leading to increased demand for recycled plastic.
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The conflict has created a plastic supply squeeze, benefiting Egyptian recyclers by increasing demand for their products. The Middle East is a key global supplier of polyethylene, with a large percentage of its exports transiting a critical strait.

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    Recyclers in Egypt's 'Garbage City' are experiencing increased demand and profits due to disruptions in the plastic supply chain caused by the Iran war.
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    Recyclers and manufacturers across Egypt are benefiting from a war-driven surge in demand for plastic.
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