Plastics

Plastics are the materials used in many various applications, e.g. in packaging and construction industry, as well as in manufacturing of household appliances, clothes, toys and medical equipment. Polymers are produced mostly from fossil resources and their features can be modified through special additives. The most popular plastics are: polyethylene, polypropylene, polivinyl chloride and polystyrene.

News

Continental awarded "Tire Manufacturer of the Year"

Continental has been awarded "Tire Manufacturer of the Year" at this year’s Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence.

ECHA takes on new role to improve safety of packaging materials

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) will identify harmful chemicals in packaging and, when requested, propose restrictions on their use.

BASF Group releases preliminary figures for full year 2024

The BASF Group’s sales for the full year 2024 are expected to be €65.3 billion (2023: €68.9 billion).

ENGEL, JEC World 2025

The Leading International Composites Show

Central European Plastics Meeting 2024

The situation in Poland’s PP market - decline in demand, stagnation, and price forecasts

The polypropylene market in Poland has been showing signs of poor activity for an extended period. Market participants point to a decline in orders for finished products, stagnation in the automotive industry in Europe, as well as overall economic slowdown.

New compounding line from Feddem enriches research at the IKK

The mechanical engineering company Feddem GmbH & Co. KG is handing over a research extruder to the Institute of Plastics and Circular Economy at Leibniz Universität Hannover as part of a partnership.

Inauguration of new specialty chemicals laboratory in Shanghai

Perstorp and BRB inaugurated a new innovation hub in Shanghai, China. This advanced laboratory opened on April 17th and will support growth in the region by increasing technical support for customers with a specific focus on the Asian market.

B.I.G. Yarns strengthens European market position with major investment

B.I.G. Yarns, a leading designer and manufacturer of polyamide, polypropylene), and polyester carpet yarns for commercial, automotive, residential, and technical applications, is proud to announce a significant investment of €25 million in its French yarn production site.

GreenPlast 2025: technology, sustainability and culture for a more conscious future

GreenPlast 2025 is getting ready to welcome an international audience with an edition that is even richer and more forward-looking. Scheduled to take place at Fiera Milano from 27 to 30 May 2025.

Successful appearance at the Industry Fair in Slovenia

The Industry Fair (MIS) has once again established itself as an important platform for the plastics industry. The trade fair opened its doors in Celje from April 8 to 11, 2025. BOY was represented together with its Slovenian representative Uniplast Inzeniring d.o.o.

Smart solutions are key to the plastic waste problem

Using smart plastic d2w masterbatches, plastic products can be manufactured to degrade to an approximate timescale dependent on product needs.

Next step for Polykemi Group - third generation takes the lead

At the turn of the year 2025/2026, the family-owned corporate group Polykemi Group will undergo its next generational shift. It will be time for the third generation to step into top leadership roles.