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Finat Label Competition 2026 invites entries

Finat Label Competition 2026 invites entries

Finat has announced the 46th edition of the Finat Label Competition, aimed at self-adhesive label and narrow web flexible packaging printers. Entries can be submitted until 12 February 2026 with a possible extension to 20 February.

Barmag honored with Gold Partner title by Yongrong

Barmag honored with Gold Partner title by Yongrong

At Yongrong Holding Group's supplier conference in Fuzhou, Barmag was honored with the Gold Partner Award as a supplier making a significant contribution to the sustainable development of the polyamide yarn manufacturer.

MOL plans to acquire a majority stake in Serbian NIS

MOL plans to acquire a majority stake in Serbian NIS

MOL Group has signed a binding letter of intent with Gazprom Neft to acquire 56.15% of the shares in Naftna Industrija Srbije, which includes Serbia's only oil refinery as well as retail and upstream assets.

Gabriel-Chemie opens new sales office in Nairobi

Gabriel-Chemie opens new sales office in Nairobi

The Gabriel-Chemie Group announces the launch of a new sales and logistics location in Nairobi, Kenya, in spring 2026, strengthening its presence in the rapidly growing plastics and packaging market in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Südpack presents new StarBlend compounds for 2026

Südpack presents new StarBlend compounds for 2026

Südpack will present its latest StarBlend compounds, including formulations with recyclates and bio-based raw materials, at the KPA trade fair in Ulm and the 33rd International Colloquium on Plastics Technology in Aachen in spring 2026.

Envalior thermoplastic UD tape for hydrogen pressure vessels

Envalior thermoplastic UD tape for hydrogen pressure vessels

Envalior introduces the UDea EcoPaXX Q20HTC60 thermoplastic UD tape based on polyamide 4.10 with carbon fibers for reinforcing all-thermoplastic hydrogen pressure vessels, enabling weight and cost reduction and easier recycling of tank systems.

Quality, innovation and sustainability in cables and PVC 2026

Quality, innovation and sustainability in cables and PVC 2026

In the cable and PVC industry for technical applications, mere regulatory compliance is no longer enough. By 2026, competitiveness will be defined by the ability to integrate quality, innovation and sustainability directly into the production process and to control process stability.

Beaulieu Fibres awarded EcoVadis Platinum

Beaulieu Fibres awarded EcoVadis Platinum

Beaulieu Fibres has received the EcoVadis Platinum Medal, ranking among the top 1% of companies worldwide in terms of sustainability and responsible business practices.