Chimei in the renewable plastics supply chain for Sony
Chimei Corporation has joined the global renewable plastics supply chain for Sony’s high-performance audio-visual products, supplying polycarbonate produced using a certified mass balance model.
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SABIC divests European petrochemicals and ETP businesses in the Americas and Europe
SABIC signed two agreements to sell its European petrochemicals business and its regional engineering thermoplastics business in the Americas and Europe with a combined value of USD 950 million, as part of its portfolio optimization program.
Kraiburg TPE launches TPE series for fatty food contact
Kraiburg TPE has introduced the FC/CM3/AD1 TPE series designed for direct contact with fatty foods. The compounds meet EU 10/2011 and US FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 requirements and adhere to a range of polar thermoplastics.
Polyvantis opens Shanghai technology center
Polyvantis has opened a Technology Center in Shanghai, integrating R&D, commercial and manufacturing teams to speed development and response to market needs. The site complements existing centers in Germany, the Netherlands and the United States.
Polyvantis to debut at K 2025 with multi-material showcase
Polyvantis will make its first appearance at K 2025, presenting a booth constructed largely from its own film and sheet materials. The exhibit brings together the Plexiglas and Lexan portfolios under one multi-material offering.
Elix Polymers introduces low-gloss PC/ABS for auto interiors
Elix Polymers launched PC/ABS GR 5120, a low-gloss matte grade for automotive interiors that reduces surface reflectivity while maintaining impact, dimensional and thermal performance. The material offers high weatherability with low emissions and odor, and will be shown at K fair.
Exolon Group introduces Panel 60 HX for translucent facades
Exolon Group has launched the Exolon Panel 60 HX, a 60 mm polycarbonate panel with a Hybrid-X structure for translucent facades. An Ecoplus variant uses biocircular raw materials attributed via ISCC PLUS mass balance, with up to 89 percent from non-fossil sources, according to the company.
KraussMaffei to debut FrontIQ Light with ColorForm at K 2025
At K 2025, KraussMaffei will present the FrontIQ Light headlight made with ColorForm, integrating inline PUR coating and in-mold film deep drawing. A live cell on a GXW 650 will produce a 3K demonstrator, with a 720 mm headlight shown at the Leonhard Kurz booth.
Exolon Group to present Ecorange at K 2025
Exolon Group will showcase its Ecorange line of transparent polycarbonate and polyester sheets with a reduced carbon footprint at K 2025. The portfolio uses recycled and bio-circular feedstocks with ISCC Plus certification and supports closed-loop recycling.
Exolon Group to showcase sheet innovations at K 2025
Exolon Group will present new generations of solid and multiwall thermoplastic sheets for automotive, building and construction, industrial and food applications at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, with a focus on sustainability and regulatory compliance.
Nordmann announces K 2025 offering in Düsseldorf
Together with partners, Nordmann will present additives and material solutions at K 2025 in Düsseldorf. The company emphasizes its focus on sustainability and the circular economy.
Exolon Group S.p.A. acquires AkyVer polycarbonate product portfolio from Corplex
Exolon Group S.p.A. intends to acquire the AkyVer polycarbonate sheet business from Corplex (Kaysersberg, France). The signing of the agreement took place on 2 July 2025, with the transaction planned to close by mid-August 2025.
