World’s largest plastics recycling event opens in Amsterdam
The world’s largest event dedicated to plastic recycling - Plastics Recycling Show Europe - will take place next week at RAI Amsterdam, on April 1-2.
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Arburg Technology Days 2025
Customers, partners, Arburg - the world of plastics was full of enthusiasm for the Technology Days 2025. Around 4,000 customers from 44 nations visited Lossburg from 19 to 21 March to experience Arburg as a strong solution partner and trendsetter in the plastics industry.
Venator launches TMP- and TME-free Tioxide TR81 pigment
Venator, a leading supplier of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has introduced a TMP- and TME-free Tioxide TR81 grade, the first in a series of reformulated titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments.
SABIC & CJ Cheiljedang with rice packaging bowls made with 25% certified renewable PP
SABIC, a global leader in the chemicals industry, has announced that a food-contact grade of its Trucircle portfolio of certified renewable polypropylene (PP) resins is used in the production of Hetbahn instant white rice packaging bowls by CJ CheilJedang.
Biesterfeld takes over distribution of Elastollan TPU in the Nordics
International distributor Biesterfeld is to receive additional distribution mandates for BASF's Elastollan Thermoplastic Polyurethane Elastomers.
Successful trade fair presence at MECSPE 2025
MECSPE 2025, one of the most important trade fairs for innovations in the manufacturing industry in Italy, took place in Bologna from 5 to 7 March.
Plastcompactors from Herbold Meckesheim avoid complex steps
Agglomeration systems are a highly efficient solution that is in constant demand for achieving free-flowing regrind with a high bulk density that can be directly processed in extruders or injection molding machines.
SABIC, Napco and Fonte with first bread packaking made with fully recycled plastic
SABIC has announced the successful roll-out of the first circular packaging project in Saudi Arabia as part of its Trucircle program to accelerate the implementation of a circular plastic economy
Wittmann at the Chinaplas 2025 in Shenzhen
At booth J31 in hall 11, Wittmann Battenfeld China will present to trade visitors ultra-modern machines together with automation and auxiliary equipment for plastics injection molding from April 15 to 18 at the Chinaplas in Shenzhen, the leading plastics trade fair in Asia.
Branch Technology and SABIC collaborate on lightweight 3d-printed panels
SABIC announced today the company’s collaboration with Branch Technology to develop lightweight panels to restore the exterior of the Pathfinder, an early test article for the National Aeronautics & Space Administration space shuttle orbiter.
Polyethylene market trends in March 2025
The demand for polyethylene decreased in March. Converters, observing the decline in crude oil prices, expect polymer prices to drop in April and are taking a wait-and-see approach.
Nextek and Coveris join forces to revolutionise the mechanical recycling of plastic films
Sustainability technology leader Nextek and flexible packaging expert Coveris today announce a partnership to transform the mechanical recycling of flexible films with a breakthrough innovation - the COtooCLEAN process.
Packaging waste to packaging now a reality for polyolefins
GreenDot keeps on leading towards circularity of polyolefins for packaging. Latest innovations will be presented at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) 2025 on April 1 and 2 in Amsterdam.
1,000 Sleevematic labellers built so far
It’s been about 20 years since Krones added the Sleevematic sleeve applicator to its portfolio - and now the company is celebrating a very special milestone: the 1,000th Sleevematic is currently being assembled at Krones’ Neutraubling plant.
Plastpol 2025 - BOY is even represented with four injection moulding machines
BOY representative 1.PLASTCOMPANY Poland will participate in the 29th Plastpol International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber Processing in Kielce, Poland from May 20-23, 2025 (Hall G / Booth 6).
Erema sees growing demand for large-scale PET recycling systems
Demand for high performance solutions for bottle-to-bottle recycling is increasing worldwide. In view of this trend, the specifications for PET recycling machines to handle higher capacities are also growing.
Successful premiere: CVC 2025 exceeds all expectations
The debut of the Circular Valley Convention was a resounding success. Organized by Messe Düsseldorf in cooperation with the Circular Valley Foundation and with scientific support from the Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology.
Berry’s reusable cups support returnable cup initiative
Berry Global’s range of reusable plastic cups has been selected for the pioneering Borrow Cup "collaborative returnable cup initiative", which was launched in Glasgow, UK, at the end of January.
Aimplas brought together a hundred professionals from the biotechnology sector
For two days, Aimplas organised and hosted the second edition of the International Seminar on Biotechnology Applied to the Plastics Sector in Valencia, bringing together one hundred international specialists in biotechnology and sustainability.
Discover how AI is transforming the circular use of plastics at the PRSE
The many ways in which artificial intelligence is transforming the circular use of plastics will be showcased at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe exhibition and conference at RAI Amsterdam, the Netherlands from 1-2 April 2025.
Guangzhou Industrial Technology and Asiamold Select drew crowds
Concurrent manufacturing exhibitions Guangzhou Industrial Technology and Asiamold Select - Guangzhou drew to a successful close on 27 February 2025, bringing together the latest advancements.
Ampacet offers a comprehensive portfolio of PFAS-free processing aids (PPA)
Ampacet offers a comprehensive portfolio of PFAS-free Polymer Processing Aids (PPA), providing an effective alternative to conventional fluorinated PPA masterbatches.
Vecoplan at Plastics Recycling Show Europe
The PRSE Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam will open its doors once again on 1 and 2 April, 2025. As one of the leading platforms for the plastics recycling industry, the trade fair brings together experts from all European countries.
The world's first biomass-balanced polyethersulfone (PESU)
To all industries relying on high-performance thermoplastics, BASF is now offering the world’s first biomass-balanced polyethersulfone (PESU).
Polypropylene market in February
Low demand for polypropylene hindered price large increases despite producers’ efforts to improve margins. Throughout February, traders hoped for a market revival at the beginning of March, when the construction and agricultural sectors are traditionally more active.
Efficiency and flexibility all in one
A high level of process integration and complete automation are the decisive factors to achieve the required efficiency in manufacturing fuse boxes for agricultural utility vehicles.
Guiding topic of K 2025: “Embracing digitalisation”
K 2025 has set out to tackle the central challenges of our time and present concrete solutions. This aim is also reflected by its guiding topics. One of them reads “Embracing Digitalisation”
Envalior drives innovation in composites at JEC World 2025
Envalior’s Bond-Laminates will present its latest fiber composite innovations at JEC World 2025, focusing on new mobility and sustainability.
Delta Tecnic increases flexibility in the manufacture of medium voltage cables
Global electrification demands more efficient and adaptable distribution networks. In this constantly evolving scenario, Delta Tecnic is making a difference with its range of masterbatches that protect against adverse effects.
Circular Valley Convention 2025: The countdown to the launch of the global platform
In just a few days, the Circular Valley Convention (CVC) will open its doors at the Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf. On March 12-13, 2025, this pioneering platform for the industrial circular economy will bring together leading figures.
Wittmann Battenfeld at the Plastimagen 2025 in Mexico
From March 11 to 14 2025, Wittmann Battenfeld will present latest injection molding machines, process technology, automation and auxiliaries with interesting applications to visitors of the Plastimagen in Mexico at its booth No. 714 in hall D.
PRS Europe publishes full programme for 2025 conference
The full conference programme for this year’s Plastics Recycling Show Europe, taking place at RAI Amsterdam, the Netherlands from 1-2 April 2025, has been published.
2024 Polymer Producers Awards
Polymers for Europe Alliance announces the 2024 Polymer Producers Awards with a Special 10-Year Anniversary Celebration.
Elix Polymers with positive results in their programmes
Elix Polymers, global leader in the manufacture of thermoplastics, closed 2024 with very positive results in terms of achieving the goals defined in their Climate Care and Sustainable Supply Chain programmes.
Polykemi Group first to upgrade new types of recycled plastics in Kunshan, China
Polykemi Group has now become the first in Kunshan, China, to be approved for expanded capabilities in upgrading of recycled plastic raw materials after completing an environmental certification process.
GreenPlast 2025: shaping a sustainable future for plastics
GreenPlast will host the conference “Shaping a Sustainable Future for Plastics”, organised in collaboration with AMI. The exhibition-conference is set to establish itself as the event of the year, addressing all topics related to the environment and the sustainability of plastics.