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Grupa Azoty sells GA Polyolefins to Orlen

Grupa Azoty sells GA Polyolefins to Orlen

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.

Mineral fillers for light FKM seals without carbon black

Mineral fillers for light FKM seals without carbon black

A comparative study evaluated high-performance mineral fillers in a standardized FKM system, showing that they enable light, tintable compounds with low compression set and improved dimensional stability compared to carbon black systems at equal hardness.

SI Group awarded EcoVadis Silver rating 2026

SI Group awarded EcoVadis Silver rating 2026

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.

Registration launched for Central European Plastics Meeting 2026

Registration launched for Central European Plastics Meeting 2026

Visitor registration has started for the Central European Plastics Meeting 2026, which will take place on 2–3 June 2026 at the Sava Center in Belgrade. The event is based on pre-organised B2B meetings and brings together participants from across Central Europe.

Wacker increases silicone emulsion production capacity in India

Wacker increases silicone emulsion production capacity in India

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.