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.
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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.
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.
Borealis celebrates its first 30 years
Polymers pioneer and innovator is now accelerating the industry transition to circularity. Borealis embodies customer-centric approach and strong growth trajectory thanks to the dedication of its people.
Worldwide climate protection targets based on recognized SBTi standards have been published
The validation of Kraiburg TPE’s climate protection targets in March 2024 marks another milestone for the issues of sustainability and climate protection in the company.
'February was a successful month' – says Polish polyolefin trader
Polish processors are benefiting from the relative stability of the market and are stocking up on raw materials ahead of the expected price increase in March.
Recycling Content TPE for Automotive with at least 73% recycled content
Products from Kraiburg's new thermoplastic elastomer for Automotive contain at least 73% of recycled content and has been designed to fulfil a variety of technical applications.
ECHA launches new chemicals database
ECHA CHEM is the new solution to share with the public the growing amount of information hosted by the Agency.
Asahi Kasei Europe joins Plastics Europe Germany
Asahi Kasei Europe joined Plastics Europe Germany, the leading association of plastics producers in Germany, in December 2023.
Biesterfeld Spezialchemie further expands partnership with Evonik in Eastern Europe
Biesterfeld Spezialchemie, one of the leading international distributors of specialty chemical products, pharma and food ingredients, is expanding its long-standing partnership with Evonik.
Stefano Pigozzi joins the Board of Directors of Radici Partecipazioni SpA
The new appointment aims to strengthen RadiciGroup's presence in the European chemical market and help pursue the Group’s goals of innovation, growth and sustainability.
European Bioplastics calls for action to accelerate biopolymers industrial growth
European Bioplastics (EUBP) released its Policy Manifesto, calling on the European Union (EU) to develop a comprehensive Biopolymers Industrial Action Plan.
