BASF switches their portfolio to bio-based Ethyl Acrylate (EA)
Bio-based EA has a certified 14C-traceable content of 40% and offers a Product Carbon Footprint Reduction of 30% compared to fossil-based EA.
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Aquapak appoints sustainability and circular economy expert to its advisory board
Aquapak has developed marine-safe, biodegradable and recyclable polymer as an alternative to conventional plastics. Innovative polymer Hydropol breaks down without forming harmful microplastics.
Graphic Packaging International and Zelestra sign agreement
Graphic Packaging International , a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, today announced it has entered into a virtual Power Purchase Agreement in Europe with Zelestra, a multi-technology, global renewable energy company.
New director business development medical at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag
Andreas Montag joined Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery GmbH as the company’s new Director of Business Development Medical. He replaces Anatol Sattel, who moves into a new function as Group CSO, effective 1 September 2024.
Entries open early for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025
Earlier than usual, the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 are now open for entries. Participants from every part of the plastics recycling chain in Europe are invited to enter.
New product line of biobased and biomass-balanced compounds
The Cologne-based company Bio-Fed, a branch of Akro-Plastic GmbH, has launched a new product line under the brand name M·Biobase. The plastic compounds in this product line are made partly or completely from biobased and/or biomass-balanced materials.
Syensqo introduces more sustainable polymers on the new Trek Madone road bike
Syensqo, a global leader in Advanced Performance Materials and Chemical Solutions, introduced new products using recycled materials on Trek Bicycle’s latest Madone Gen 8.
New avient ColorWorks design center opens near Mexico City
Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialized and sustainable materials solutions and services, today announced the opening of a new ColorWorks Design & Technology Center in the Mexico City area.
KraussMaffei publishes its first sustainability report
On 93 pages, KraussMaffei publishes measures and targets with which the company assumes responsibility in the areas of economy, environment and society.
Amortized within only six months
More sustainability, creation of a circular economy, fluctuating raw material and energy prices - these current challenges are bringing in-house recycling of sprue and production scrap into focus.
Lamilux at IAA Transportation 2024
Whether commercial vehicle, last mile or bus industry: the automotive industry requires innovative materials that equip vehicles for everyday challenges and make them more stable, lighter and more sustainable in the future.
PCF app Pacific launched on Cofinity-X
The app Pacific a solution for the exchange of Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) data of BASF products, is now available in the Catena-X Automotive Ecosystem in the Cofinity-X App Store.
