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Zero pellet loss certification scheme piloted at Borealis production locations

Zero pellet loss certification scheme piloted at Borealis production locations

Borealis announces that it has carried out pilot audits at two production operations in Belgium to help test pellet loss prevention standards. The audits are the first to have been undertaken by a polyolefins producer for Operation Clean Sweep® (OCS), a global initiative dedicated to preventing pellet loss.

Smooth Touch TPE for packaging and design

Smooth Touch TPE for packaging and design

Reduced, smart, and high-quality – the packaging and design market is changing. Materials solutions that accompany manufacturers on this journey are in demand.

R&P Polyplastic increased shipments to European countries by 1.5 times

R&P Polyplastic increased shipments to European countries by 1.5 times

In percentage terms, the supply of materials from the leading Russian compounder increased by 58% compared to the same period in 2020. Shipments to Latvia and Romania showed the best positive dynamics – following the results of three quarters, they increased by 2.6 and 2.4 times, respectively.

SABIC opens new PP compounding line in Genk

SABIC opens new PP compounding line in Genk

SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, has announced today the start-up of its new polypropylene (PP) compounding line in Genk, Belgium with a virtual inauguration event.

Milliken helps create more sustainable box for Ferrero Rocher

Milliken helps create more sustainable box for Ferrero Rocher

Today’s sustainability journey is demanding and one that no company can succeed alone. It’s vital to work in partnership with others to reach the goal together. That’s why Ferrero has chosen to collaborate with Milliken & Company in its mission to find the right material for the iconic Ferrero Rocher boxes.

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