Five figure attendance at Plastics Recycling Show Europe
First time five figure attendance at Plastics Recycling Show Europe. Visitors increase by 32% since last year
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Vinnolit win the Polymer Producer Awards 2023
On the 15th of February 2024, Polymers for Europe Alliance launched the annual votes for the polymers producers assessment.
Borealis introduces glass-fiber reinforced PP with 65% PCR for demanding automotive applications
Borealis is pleased to introduce Borcycle GD3600SY, a glass-fiber reinforced polypropylene (PP) compound with 65% post-consumer recycled (PCR) polymer content.
Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2024 Winners Announced in Amsterdam
The winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2024 were announced today at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam.
Gabriel-Chemie introduces Maxiloop Compatibilizer series for recycling applications.
Gabriel-Chemie, as a leading manufacturer of masterbatch, is once again defining the standards in the plastics industry.
Ineos Styrolution receives Best European Polystyrene Producer Award
Ineos Styrolution received the award for best European polystyrene producer 2023 in an awards ceremony at the BluePoint Convention Centre in Brussels, Belgium on June 11, 2024.
Huntsman inaugurates new innovation center in Tienen, Belgium
Huntsman Corporation officially opened a new innovation center in Tienen, Belgium strengthening its research and development capabilities and reinforcing its commitment to its customers in the region.
trinamiX expands handheld solution to identify films for improved recycling
trinamiX GmbH, a leading provider of mobile spectroscopy and a wholly-owned subsidiary of BASF, announces their presentation of Mobile NIR Spectroscopy Solutions at the upcoming PRSE 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.
Crocco and Versalis team up for food packaging from chemical recycling
Crocco and Versalis have launched a collaboration to produce food packaging film made from raw materials partly derived from the recycling of post-consumer plastics.
Borealis and IINO Lines Sign Second Contract for Very Large Gas Carrier
Borealis, one of the world’s leading providers of advanced and sustainable polyolefins solutions and a European front-runner in polyolefins recycling, and Iino Kaiun Kaisha Ltd. (IINO Lines), a global leader in maritime transportation headquartered in Japan, announce the long-term charter of a very large gas carrier (VLGC).
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.
“Mold your dreams, mold your future”
The 29th Fakuma presents “Mold your dreams, mold your future” - Career Friday for pupils, students and career starters
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
PET wine bottle made by Alpla cuts carbon emissions by up to 50%
Launch of a 0.75-litre bottle in Austria with white wine from Wegenstein.
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.
3D printing at SKZ gives you wings!
Last year, the five-year research project "Shape-variable wing systems for gliders (MILAN)" was successfully completed.
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.
Sustainable systems and additives for the polyurethane industry
Lanxess presenting more sustainable polyurethane systems enable reduced CO2 footprint and boad product range for demanding applications at the UTECH Europe 2024 in Maastricht, MECC.
Pashupati an Recykal: Creating a Positive Environmental Impact
Pashupati Group & Recykal Forge, in order to work on better tomorrow, make an strategic alliance to boost channelization of post-consumer recycled resin supply.
Arburg exhibit at NPE 2024
Allrounder More: functional Turnkey system, automated application "Engineered by Arburg USA", producing two-component eyeglasses from optical LSR and thermoplastic.
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
AMI is inviting visitors to its expos in Brussels and Mumbai
AMI is opening registration for the Compounding World Expo, Plastics Recycling World Expo and Plastics Extrusion World Expo in Brussels, while preparing next year's debut of the Compounding World Expo and Plastics Recycling World Expo in India.
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.
CEO Thomas Gangl to leave Borealis
The Supervisory Board of Borealis and Thomas Gangl have come to a mutual agreement regarding a termination of Thomas Gangl’s mandate as CEO of Borealis AG, as well as the related employment contract effective June 30, 2024.
Imported goods have minimal impact on polyolefins prices in Poland
The polyolefin market in Poland has slowed down in H2 of the month. The market continues to experience shortages of certain goods, including PP homo, copolymer and LDPE.
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
Polyolefin market encounters product shortages
Despite the lack of some materials in the market, there is no panic or increased purchasing activity from converters who buy raw materials only as needed.
Advanced recycling of used medical plastic
SABIC & Jessa Hospital achieve successful step towards creating circular polymers based on advanced recycling of used medical plastic
Husky showcasing sustainable packaging technologies, solutions, and services at CBST2024
Husky TechnologiesTM, a pioneering technology provider enabling the delivery of essential needs to the global community, is exhibiting for the first time at the China International Beverage Industry Science and Technology Exhibition.
Hexpol TPE Awarded Platinum Sustainability Rating from EcoVadis
In recognition of their sustainable development work HEXPOL TPE, the international polymer compounding group has achieved platinum rating from EcoVadis for their site in Manchester, UK.