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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European chemical industry calls for swift EU decisions
The European chemical industry, facing increasing cost pressure and a loss of production capacity, is calling on EU leaders for concrete action to restore competitiveness, ensure predictable regulation and strengthen market protection in the face of global competition.
Borealis upgrades Porvoo steam cracker for circular feedstocks
Borealis will invest EUR 4.5 million in upgrading the steam cracker furnaces in Porvoo to increase the share of renewable and recycled feedstocks in ethylene and propylene production. Completion of the investment programme is planned for 2025.
Südpack achieves Gold rating in the latest EcoVadis ranking
Südpack has improved its EcoVadis rating to 85 out of 100 points, placing the film manufacturer among the top 5% of companies worldwide and earning a Gold distinction. The score reflects the company’s progress in environmental, social and ethical management as well as in sustainable procurement.
Sustainable cosmetic packaging in the spotlight at Interpack
Growing regulatory requirements and consumer expectations are accelerating the development of sustainable packaging in the cosmetics industry. Interpack 2026 will showcase how packaging, machinery and material manufacturers are translating these challenges into concrete market solutions.
Avient expands its Nymax REC recycled nylon composites portfolio
Avient launches the Nymax REC 6000 High Impact series, comprising 22 grades of impact-modified recycled nylon compounds with 42–93% post-industrial recycled content and up to 83% carbon footprint reduction compared to prime-based materials.
Innovia extends ISCC Plus certification to the Zacapú plant
Innovia Films has extended ISCC Plus certification to its production facility in Zacapú, Mexico, strengthening its capability to supply certified renewable and circular BOPP films from the Encore portfolio.
Syensqo advances Climate Impulse partnership in hydrogen aviation
Syensqo reviews its two-year collaboration with Climate Impulse on the zero-emission, non-stop, round-the-world flight powered by green hydrogen, confirming the use of Aquivion polymer in the aircraft's fuel cell.
PPWR changes the rules of the game for labels by 2030
The new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) fundamentally changes the requirements for labels: from design for recycling, through label content and functions, to cooperation models along the value chain.
Husky presents packaging market technologies at Plastindia 2026
Husky highlights 25 years of investment in India and presents at Plastindia 2026 packaging market technologies focused on safety, cost efficiency and sustainability.
DOMO presents polyamide solutions at Plastindia 2026
DOMO Engineered Materials will showcase at Plastindia 2026 reinforced polyamide-based materials for applications requiring low weight, flame and heat resistance, sustainability and water contact.
Recykl Group announces development and consolidation in the tire recycling segment
Recykl Group focuses on finalizing the acquisition of German company HRV, integrating it with Lithuanian APG and increasing Smapol additive production capacity, while announcing an update of its development strategy.
