Will the market accept an increase in ethylene and propylene prices?
Judging by the first market offers, the price in August will increase by €30-60/t; however, whether the market will accept the increase will be known by the end of next week.
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NPE2024 unveils official registration and exhibit space data
NPE2024: The Plastics Show, announced its final registration and paid exhibit space results data, totaling 51,396 registrants and 1,106,767 square feet respectively.
Neste and Mitsubishi Corporation agree on partnership to develop supply chains
Neste and Mitsubishi Corporation (“MC”) have agreed to establish a strategic partnership focusing on developing value chains for renewable chemicals and plastics for and with Japanese brands.
Materials, processes, energy: the focus is on efficiency at Fakuma 2024
The industry will meet in Friedrichshafen for the 29th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing from the 15th through the 19th of October, 2024.
MSV 2024 - innovations and 3D printing
The MSV International Industrial Fair will once again bring together in one place the innovations that are pushing industrial production into a new era.
Plast Eurasia Istanbul is preparing for its 33rd edition
Plast Eurasia will be the top choice for industry professionals who want to grow their business and keep abreast of industry developments for the 33rd time! The largest gathering of the Eurasia region, where nearly 1,500 companies and industry experts will convene, will take place on December 4-7
Borealis appoints Stefan Doboczky as new CEO
The Supervisory Board of Borealis today announced Stefan Doboczky as the new CEO of Borealis, effective July 1, 2024.
From old tires to new car parts
Neste, Borealis and Covestro have signed a project agreement to enable the recycling of discarded tires into high-quality plastics for automotive applications.
Global ethylene and propylene prices have dropped significantly
According to the forecasts of Chem-Courier, the contract price of ethylene has decreased by €30/t compared to last month.
An industry-first: BASF is expanding its Biopolymers portfolio
BASF is now offering the packaging industry a way to increase the use of renewable feedstocks.
Perfect conclusion to Chinaplas's return to Shanghai
After a six-year hiatus, Chinaplas 2024 made a glorious return to Shanghai and concluded successfully on April 26 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), Hongqiao, Shanghai, PR China.
Borealis to establish recyclate-based polyolefins compounding line in Belgium
Borealis is pleased to announce the installation of a semi-commercial demonstration recyclate-based polyolefins (rPO) compounding line in Beringen, Belgium.
In June, players expect an increase in demand for PE and PP
As previously reported by Chem-Courier, demand for food film and plastic bottles may increase in the near future due to European events such as the Olympics and the Football Championship, which will take place this summer.
Plastpol is once again a successful event for Moretto
Visitors to the Moretto stand showed considerable interest in finding innovative, high-performance and energy-saving solutions.
Improved technical properties of Recyclates and Virgin Polymers through Tremin 939
A clever combination of polymer and fillers often offers a technically and economically viable solution for a wide range of modern and demanding applications.
Expected dynamics of commodity polymer prices in the third quarter of 2024
We now have to live with fluctuating prices and volatility. It is important to identify the phases of the cycles well; buy at the right time and in sufficient quantities
MOL's €1.3 billion polyol complex in Tiszaújváros inaugurated
The €1.3 billion project is MOL's largest organic investment to date, for which it has also received support from the Hungarian state. The complex will produce raw materials for durable plastic consumer goods such as bed mattresses, moulded car seats, insulation for houses and elastic rubber soles for sports shoes. Thanks to the innovative technology of Germany's thyssenkrupp Uhde and Evonik, the plant is operating with the most advanced technology available.
PP prices unchanged, PE prices decreased
Market players expect only a modest increase in demand.
May prices will be announced later
PE, PP demand continues to remain low in Poland. Market players note that off-grade material has been more popular this month.
Sharp innovation for the future
In a unique collaboration, the Swedish manufacturers Morakniv, Alleima, Rondo Plast (Polykemi Group) and TK Pac have come together to develop a knife that is largely made from recycled material.
JEC announces new business meetings event in Central Europe
JEC and Targi w Krakowie Ltd. (Trade Fairs in Krakow), are thrilled to announce the launch of a new event, JEC Forum Central Europe, dedicated to bringing together suppliers and buyers from the region.
Polish polyolefins market: A week passed with discounts
Sluggish demand continues to negatively affect market conditions. Low demand in Europe is likely to prompt further price declines next month.
Krahn Chemie and Vibrantz Technologies Inc. expand partnership
Krahn Chemie expands its long-standing partnership in Germany and Poland with Vibrantz Technologies Inc., a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials.
Prices continue sliding in Poland
Lacklustre demand has caused another decrease in PP prices. Purchases that traders and manufacturers were hoping for did not materialise to the extent they expected, according to Chem-Courier’s information.
K 2025 motto and key topics: The Power of Plastics! Green - Smart - Responsible.
The slogan reflects the current values and goals of the industry mirrored by the trade fair. “The Power of Plastics!” underscores the indisputable role that plastics play in various sectors of industry, ranging from medical device technology and automotive to packaging solutions.
3D printing at SKZ gives you wings!
Last year, the five-year research project "Shape-variable wing systems for gliders (MILAN)" was successfully completed.
Yuri Agaiep joins Syncro Group!
New Sales and Product Manager in Syncro Group is about to help the company with consolidating the market with all the other members of the Sales Team.
Manufacturers to announce another price increase in early April
Market activity remained subdued in end-March. Converters insisted on price reductions, leading traders and manufacturers to make concessions due to low demand.
FDA clears Borealis’ Borcycle M recycled plastics for use in food-grade packaging
Borealis receives two Letters of No Objection from the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) that allow its Borcycle M post-consumer recycled plastics to be used in food-grade packaging in countries covered by FDA governance
Project STOP marks further major milestones in 2023
Project STOP has significantly impacted three Indonesian locations to date, including the implementation launch of the scale-up program Project STOP Banyuwangi Hijau.
SI Group to Showcase Polymer Additive Innovations at Chinaplas 2024
SI Group, a leading global developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates, will showcase their latest innovations in polymer additive technologies at Chinaplas 2024.
EIT RawMaterials "Booster Call" for start-up ecosystem in the raw materials arena
EIT RawMaterials announced the launch of its latest Booster Call, inviting start-ups, scale-ups, and SMEs in the raw materials sector to apply. The Booster Call is designed to direct strategic investments into innovative business cases in Europe’s raw materials security and resilience.
Plastpol at Targi Kielce with the latest technology for the industry
The most modern injection moulding and extrusion machines, the latest raw materials and services from all over the world, discussions about the challenges facing the plastics and rubber processing industry from 21 to 24 May at Targi Kielce.
Borealis celebrates its first 30 years
Polymers pioneer and innovator is now accelerating the industry transition to circularity. Borealis embodies ver-expanding global footprint, consistently customer-centric approach and dedication of Company’s people
Commitment to drive global harmonization of Design for Recyclability Guidance
The Association of Plastic Recyclers and RecyClass celebrate a successful first year of collaborative efforts to accelerate global alignment of Design for Recycling Guidance with a report detailing their accomplishments.
Avient Introduces Low Shrinkage Alternative to ABS for Luxury Packaging Market
Grades in the Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations 5200 MS series offer an alternative to ABS materials in luxury packaging caps and closures.