FCS delivers HB-2500R 2K machine to Koito
Ningbo FCS delivered a customized HB-2500R electric horizontal rotary table multi-component injection molding machine to Koito for advanced automotive lighting applications.
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EU end-of-life vehicle regulation becomes law
The EU End-of-Life Vehicle Regulation has been published in the Official Journal and will enter into force on 13 August. It introduces mandatory recycled plastic content targets for new vehicle types, design requirements and rules on treatment of end-of-life vehicles.
Analyst-Digi beta opens for plastics value chain testing
The Analyst project has launched the beta version of Analyst-Digi, a digital decision-support tool for safer and sustainable-by-design assessments across safety, environmental, social and economic dimensions.
ReVentas and KBR form alliance for solvent-based recycling
ReVentas has signed an engineering and licensing alliance agreement with KBR for solvent-based plastics recycling technology. The partnership is intended to accelerate the international deployment of a process that purifies PE and PP waste into pellets with properties close to virgin material.
Omya and EMS Grivory expand partnership to the UK and Ireland
Omya Performance Polymer Distribution is expanding its partnership with EMS Grivory to the United Kingdom and Ireland. From 1 July 2026, the agreement will include an exclusive distribution mandate for specialized high-performance polyamides in these markets.
BGS closes year 2025 with a slight increase and expects stable growth in 2026
BGS closed fiscal year 2025 with a slight increase compared to the previous year. This was achieved by the radiation sterilization division, where revenue grew primarily due to orders from the medical technology sector. Radiation crosslinking, on the other hand, continued to show subdued growth. For 2026, BGS anticipates stable growth, supported by reliable demand from the medical technology sector.
Avient launches barrier additive for HDPE bottles
Avient has launched Cesa Solvent Barrier Technology, a fluorine-free additive for monolayer HDPE bottles produced by extrusion blow molding. The solution is intended to reduce solvent permeation without requiring retooling of existing lines.
Syensqo and Bucci Composites advance automotive composites
Syensqo and Bucci Composites have signed an agreement covering the use of Double Diaphragm Forming technology and the joint qualification of materials for larger-scale production of automotive parts.
SI Group and Shengxiao form a joint venture in China
SI Group and Shengxiao Group have established Shengnova Advanced Materials to accelerate the expansion of biphenol production capacity in China. The project is intended to increase regional supply of the material for customers across Asia-Pacific.
Juniális 2026: Allrounder Trend launched in Hungary
At Juniális 2026 in Budapest, Arburg Hungary presented the new electric Allrounder Trend series to the Hungarian market for the first time. The event also focused on automation, digitalisation and energy efficiency.
Wacker opens new production site for specialty silicones
Wacker has officially opened a new specialty silicones production site in Karlovy Vary. The facility is intended to support the company’s European production network and supplies for the automotive, household appliances, medical technology and energy sectors.
Syensqo receives SEAL recognition from Freudenberg
Syensqo has received Gold-level recognition in the chemical segment of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies' 2025 Supplier Excellence Achievement Level Award program. The award covers quality, technical support, delivery, cost management and customer service.