Emirates Biotech to showcase Embio PLA in Riyadh
Emirates Biotech will present Embio PLA biopolymers at Saudi Plastics & Petrochem 2026 in Riyadh. The event will also mark the official introduction of this portfolio to the Saudi market.
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Wittmann at FIP 2026 to present three injection molding series
At FIP 2026 in Lyon, the Wittmann Group will present live three series of all-electric injection molding machines, including the EcoPrimus, premiering on the French market. The booth will also feature complete automated production cells as well as selected robots and auxiliary equipment.
Emirates Biotech in the Circle consortium: PLA from food waste
Emirates Biotech has joined the European Circle consortium, which aims to demonstrate a biorefinery converting food waste into bio-based chemicals, including polylactic acid (PLA). The company is responsible for the lactic acid polymerisation stage.
Sukano develops antiblock masterbatch for compostable BOPLA films
Sukano, in collaboration with NatureWorks, has introduced a new antiblock masterbatch for biaxially oriented PLA (BOPLA) films to enhance barrier properties and processing on existing BOPP lines, addressing EU PPWR-driven demands for compostable small-format packaging.
Elm-plastic launches first bioplastic pipette for healthcare
Elm-plastic, in collaboration with Biovox and Ultrapolymers Deutschland, has introduced the first commercially available bioplastic pipette for pharmaceutical and medical applications. The product uses MedEco compounds based on PLA or bio-based PE and meets common regulatory requirements.
Upcycle project to convert non-recyclable plastics for packaging
The EU-funded Upcycle project will demonstrate circular value chains that transform non-recyclable plastic waste into highly recyclable, non-persistent packaging. Aimplas will develop and assess new polyesters and blends, focusing on recyclability and end-of-life safety.
Bio-Fed to present circular and biobased compounds at K 2025
Bio-Fed, a branch of Akro-Plastic within the Feddersen Group, will showcase recycled, biobased and biodegradable compound lines at K 2025, including M·Cyclose, M·Biobase and M·Vera, with applications across injection moulding, extrusion and film.
SML unveils new twin-screw extruder at K 2025
SML has expanded its extruder portfolio with a co-rotating twin-screw model designed for high-output processing of polyolefins and polyesters. Tests on a CPP line indicate 10 to 15% lower specific energy input and up to 20% fewer gels compared with a single-screw extruder.
Palsgaard to present plant-based polymer additives at K 2025
Palsgaard will present plant-based polymer additives at K 2025, led by the new Einar 987 anti-fouling additive and supported by anti-static and anti-fog solutions for plastics processing and packaging.
Bio-Fed at Fachpack 2025: Materials for Packaging
Bio-Fed, part of the Feddersen Group, will showcase circular-economy material solutions for packaging under the M·VERA, M·BIOBASE and M·CYCLOSE brands at Fachpack 2025. The group will present biodegradable, biobased and recyclate-based compounds and an award-winning packaging project.
Emirates Biotech partners with UAEU to advance PLA technology
Emirates Biotech has announced a strategic partnership with the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) in Al Ain to conduct collaborative research on novel Polylactic Acid (PLA) applications and end-of-life solutions.
New GRECO project on greener and safer bioplastics for food packaging
The new Horizon Europe-funded GRECO project provides innovative biobased, biodegradable and recyclable food packaging based on novel PLA copolymers, functional coatings, additives and green catalysts.
