CloseT project: chemical recycling of used textiles in a continuous process
SKZ and Fraunhofer IFAM are implementing the CloseT project to develop an industrial continuous chemical recycling process for mixed textile fibers using solvolysis.
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PLA as an alternative to banned single-use products in the UAE
From 1 January 2026, an extended ban on selected single-use plastic products will enter into force in the United Arab Emirates. Plant-based PLA material remains exempt from the regulation as an accepted alternative.
UPM starts biochemical production at the Leuna biorefinery
UPM started commercial production of industrial sugars at its Leuna biorefinery in Germany. The facility, the largest biochemical investment in Europe, uses hardwood to produce advanced renewable feedstocks.
Lake Cable uses Sikora systems for cable quality control
The US wire and cable manufacturer Lake Cable integrates Sikora measuring devices directly into its extrusion lines to ensure full traceability and stable parameters of high‑performance cables.
Fibre-reinforced composites as elements of crash protection
Fibre-reinforced plastics are playing an increasingly important role in lightweight structures and vehicle safety systems, combining high energy absorption with reduced mass and energy consumption.
Borealis rolls out Borstar Digital Twin program globally
Borealis launches the global rollout of the Borstar Digital Twin program, based on artificial intelligence and virtual replication of polyethylene and polypropylene production processes.
Syensqo perfluoroelastomers in semiconductor applications
Syensqo and Korean company Innores are implementing Tecnoflon FFKM NFS perfluoroelastomers in sealing components for semiconductor manufacturing processes, combining high chemical resistance with the elimination of fluorosurfactants from the PFAS family.
New vice president of the management board of Grupa Azoty
The Supervisory Board of Grupa Azoty has appointed Mirosław Ptasiński as vice president of the company’s management board as of 16 December 2025. At the same time, the six-member composition of the 13th term management board was confirmed.
RePlast Eurasia 2026 focuses the recycling sector in Istanbul
RePlast Eurasia 2026, a trade fair dedicated to plastics and fiber recycling, will take place on 26–28 March 2026 at the Tüyap Center in Istanbul, combining a technology exhibition with the PAGÇEV conference and plastics recycling awards.
RecyClass launches TechAp tool for recyclability assessment
RecyClass has introduced the TechAp tool, an online platform for managing recyclability assessments of innovative plastic products in the context of upcoming PPWR requirements.
Syensqo achieves its highest-ever CDP rating for climate action
Syensqo has received an A rating for climate and an A- for water security in CDP’s 2025 assessment, placing the company among global leaders in environmental transparency and impact management.
Finat ELF 2025: label market under regulatory and market change
At the European Label Forum 2025, Finat experts and industry representatives discussed how economic, consumer and regulatory changes are reshaping the label market and outlined innovation directions in materials and packaging design.
