Sulzer has recently signed a supply contract with Emirates Biotech to provide the proprietary equipment that will serve as the technological core of the world-scale Polylactic Acid (PLA) production facility being built by Emirates Biotech in the United Arab Emirates. This follows a licensing agreement signed in December 2024, reinforcing the strategic partnership between the two companies. Designed […]

Covestro announce that shipments of photovoltaic (PV) modules using frames made with its polyurethane (PU) composites technology have surpassed 3 gigawatts. It is a major milestone for this cost-effective, low-carbon alternative to aluminum, pioneered in China by the materials manufacturer. This volume is equivalent to about 5 million standard solar panels, covering more than 1,100 soccer

Kuraray Co., Ltd. hereby announces the decision to discontinue the manufacturing of polyester resins and polyester filaments at the manufacturing subsidiary Kuraray Saijo Co., Ltd. (Location: Saijo City, Ehime Prefecture; President: Kazuhide Oka; Kuraray Saijo Plant). Targets and background In 1969, Kuraray began manufacturing polyester resins for use in filaments as well as manufacturing and selling

LyondellBasell (LYB) announced that it has entered into an agreement and exclusive negotiations with AEQUITA for the sale of select olefins & polyolefins assets and the associated business in Europe. The sites to be sold have been part of the previously announced European strategic assessment and are located in Berre (France), Münchsmünster (Germany), Carrington (UK), and

Kraton Corporation announced a strategic realignment of its operations to sharpen its focus on core capabilities and accelerate long-term growth. As part of this initiative, the company will exit its Dover, Ohio manufacturing site and transition away from the Dimer and Polyamides business lines. Sharpening focus at core pine chemicals business Kraton recognizes the impact of

Brenntag, a chemicals and ingredients distributor, announces that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has confirmed the company’s climate targets to reduce its emissions across all corporate activities (Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions) after a thorough review process. This includes the target to achieve Net Zero by 2050. Emission reduction goals The targets are

Industry News AkzoNobel reduces paint emissions using BASF’s biomass balanced materials in EMEA AkzoNobel is purchasing significantly reduced carbon footprint raw materials from BASF for its decorative paints production in EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), demonstrating the shared commitment of both companies to drive down Scope 3 emissions. Replaces fossil feedstock with bionaphtha and biomethane Signaling

WACKER is responding to rising demand for high-quality specialty silicones in China by expanding its production capacities at its Zhangjiagang site. The Group held a ceremony today to celebrate the mechanical completion of the facilities. Going forward, the new production complex will manufacture silicone fluids, silicone emulsions and silicone elastomer gels. Production is to be ramped

PPG announces the startup of a waterborne automotive coatings manufacturing plant in Samut Prakan, Thailand. The facility will enhance PPG’s local production capacity of waterborne basecoats and primers and help meet rising demand for sustainably advantaged coatings from automotive companies in Southeast Asia. Strategic market expansion in Southeast Asia With a production capacity of 2,000 tons

AkzoNobel announces its intention to close the manufacturing sites in Wapenveld (the Netherlands) and Machelen (Belgium) and consolidate production at other locations in the region. Strategy to improve operations & reduce complexity The intended closures are part of the company’s multi-year industrial transformation program. They follow last year’s announcements regarding three manufacturing sites located in

Published on 2025-03-13. Edited By : SpecialChem  Borealis introduces Borcycle™ M CWT120CL, a high-performance, recycled linear low density polyethylene grade (rLLDPE) designed to advance circularity in non-food flexible packaging. Produced with 85% post-consumer recyclate (PCR) and 15% LLDPE booster, it’s ideal for high-end applications where sustainability and circularity matter. Contains 85% post-consumer recyclate content The rLLDPE is

Rialti is launching new compound grades containing both PCR and PIR content at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) 2025. The grades provide a competitive alternative to virgin materials, helping customers in key industries meet their sustainability targets without compromising mechanical performance. Up to 40% recycled content The new grades are designed for structural applications in

  Polyplastics has launched PLASTRON® LFT (Long Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic) RA627P, an eco-friendly composite of polypropylene (PP) resin and long cellulose fiber. It delivers low density, high specific rigidity, high impact strength, and excellent damping for a range of applications including audio components (speaker diaphragms) and housings of industrial components. High Impact Strength with Reduced Carbon Footprint

    SABIC has launched a new polypropylene pipe solution made with a random copolymer, the product, called SABIC VESTOLEN P9421, offers enhanced properties at high pressures and temperatures with improved durability and reliability. Suitable Cold and Hot Water Pipes for Drinking Water VESTOLEN P9421 has high thermal stability and specifically formulated for high heat-resistance performance. The

  LyondellBasell announced the launch of Pro-fax EP649U, a new polypropylene impact copolymer designed for the rigid packaging market. This innovative product is specifically formulated for thin-walled injection molding, making it ideal for food packaging applications. Produces Lightweight Thin-walled Containers Pro-fax EP649U features high flow properties and fast crystallization. This enables the efficient production of thin-walled containers while