The year 2026 brings three important anniversaries for Milar and the Biesterfeld Group: 35 years of Milar's operations, 30 years of Biesterfeld's presence in Poland, and 120 years of the Biesterfeld Group's operations. It is an opportunity to review the development of both companies and their cooperation with industry.
From 1 June 2026, Artur Metzler will assume the role of Managing Director of Arburg Polska. Having been with the company since 2005, the sales and service expert is expected to continue the company’s development in the Polish market for injection moulding machines and automation solutions.
Amcor has expanded its offering for the beverage market with a 38 mm handle for PET containers. The solution is intended for packaging up to 10 litres for water and other non-carbonated beverages.
The completion of the transaction involving DOMO Engineered Materials opens the way for integration with RadiciGroup businesses acquired by Lone Star Funds. The emerging platform is intended to operate as a global, independent compounder serving multiple end markets.
ENGEL Polska announced a change in the managing director position. After 16 years, Piotr Nachiło stepped down and was succeeded by Benjamin Lettner.
Kraiburg TPE confirms its presence at Plast 2026 in Milan. The company intends to use the event to present the full scope of its product and service portfolio, with particular emphasis on sustainability and recycling.
Eight Italian companies have formed the Ita Polymers network, combining expertise in additives, flame retardants, masterbatches, compounds, thermoplastic elastomers and plastic waste recycling. Under a shared brand, the companies retain their organisational and technological independence.
At Hascotalks 2026, speakers discussed the practical aspects of transformation in the German plastics industry. The discussion focused on adaptability, corporate culture, leadership and new business models.
The Supervisory Board of Grupa Azoty S.A. has appointed Jacek Podgórski as vice president of the company's management board. The change takes effect on 5 May 2026 and completes the composition of the 13th-term management board.
Krones started 2026 with a 5.3% increase in order intake to EUR 1.512 billion and confirmed its full-year financial targets. The company maintained an improved EBITDA margin despite lower reported revenue due to currency translation effects.
Polykemi Group has established Polykemi (Thailand) Co. Ltd. and opened a local office in Rayong. The company will serve the market from its plant in Kunshan, China, while also evaluating the future possibility of setting up plastics compounding production in Thailand.
DOMO Chemicals announced an agreed acquisition of its Engineered Materials business by an affiliate of Lone Star Fund XII. The transaction covers manufacturing sites, support functions, sales activities and the intellectual property portfolio, including the Technyl brand.
