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SI Group and Shengxiao form a joint venture in China

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.

SI Group celebrates 100 years of the Pratteln plant

SI Group celebrates 100 years of the Pratteln plant

SI Group is celebrating the 100th anniversary of manufacturing operations at its Pratteln facility in Switzerland. The jubilee highlights the site’s role in producing specialty chemical intermediates and in maintaining long-term relationships with customers and the local community.

MOL Group signs deal for import of Kazakh crude oil

MOL Group signs deal for import of Kazakh crude oil

MOL Group has signed a new agreement with KazMunayGas for the supply of Kazakh crude oil, continuing its strategy to diversify raw material sources for Central and Eastern Europe. This marks another step towards strengthening the region's energy security.

Polyolefin prices surge in Poland amid shortages

Polyolefin prices surge in Poland amid shortages

Due to low demand and the ability of some converters to wait out February without making purchases, almost all polyolefin producers have reduced the amount of raw materials available for sale.

The JEC Composites Innovation Awards winners revealed

The JEC Composites Innovation Awards winners revealed

Each year, the JEC Composites Innovation Awards celebrate successful projects and cooperation between players of the composites industry. These composites champions are awarded based on multiple criteria such as partner involvement in the value chain, complexity, or commercial potential of the project.