Kraiburg TPE and SaarGummi have developed a TPE material for automotive sealing systems containing about 56% post-consumer and post-industrial recyclates. The solution is intended to maintain the required quality, processing and functional properties.
On 31 March 2026, XRG and OMV completed the formation of Borouge International, a new entity built on Borouge and Borealis and expanded through the acquisition of NOVA Chemicals. The company aims to play a leading role in the global polyolefins market by combining scale, technologies and a broad geographic footprint.
Bianchi Industry has selected mechanically recycled E-Loop ABS from ELIX Polymers for selected vending machine components. The material is intended to reduce the carbon footprint while maintaining processing performance, surface quality and mechanical strength.
Aimplas closed 2025 with revenue exceeding EUR 26.7 million, more than 300 R&D&I projects, and growth in the number of client and member companies. The centre also points to the development of laboratory services, training activities and environmental measures.
Arburg has established a network partnership with the Thin Wall Packaging Academy (TWPA) based in Switzerland. The aim of the cooperation is to promote thin-wall injection moulding technology and provide practical training for packaging industry specialists.
ENGEL has converted its long-standing sales partner Roegele into the subsidiary ENGEL Spain, strengthening local support for the Spanish market and access to technology, service and injection moulding solutions.
Grupa Azoty has signed a preliminary agreement with Orlen to sell 100% of GA Polyolefins shares for PLN 1.183 billion on a cash-free, debt-free basis. The transaction is closely linked to the composition proceedings of GA Polyolefins.
The Arburg Newcomer Awards 2026 were presented at the company’s Vocational Training Center in Lossburg. The company recognised five students from partner schools in the Black Forest region for outstanding achievements and activities in MINT subjects.
K.D. Feddersen GmbH & Co. KG is introducing high-performance Zypeek PEEK plastics from Jilin Joinature Polymer Co., Ltd. to the European market, expanding its range of materials for the most demanding applications.
In 2026, SI Group received a Silver rating from EcoVadis, placing it in the 85th percentile of companies assessed globally and improving on its 2025 Bronze rating. The recognition reflects the progress outlined in the company's ESG report.
Ten entities have established the Employers' Association of the Circular Economy and Recycling to represent companies involved in actual processing and material recovery and to support regulatory dialogue around the circular economy and recycling system in Poland.
Wacker has commissioned a new silicone emulsion production complex at its Panagarh site in India. The investment significantly increases capacity and covers the manufacture of GMP-certified silicone emulsions for the cosmetics and personal care industries.
