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One billion plastic pellets spill into River Tyne following ship collision

22 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

Up to 25 tonnes of nurdles, the raw material for plastic manufacturing, have spilled into the River Tyne following a collision between two ships. Approximately a billion tiny plastic pellets are now believed to have spread further than initially anticipated.
Nurdles, which are typically 1-5mm in size, are essential for producing most plastic products.
Nurdles are often referred to as the 'plastic pellets' that serve as the building blocks for a wide range of plastic goods. Their small size makes them particularly hazardous in marine environments, where they can be ingested by wildlife, leading to severe ecological consequences.
The spill of a billion nurdles into the River Tyne underscores the ongoing environmental challenges posed by plastic pollution. Such incidents not only threaten aquatic ecosystems but also highlight the vulnerabilities in shipping and manufacturing processes.

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This article is based on information available as of October 2023 and may be subject to updates as new details emerge.

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