Trinseo starts up polycarbonate dissolution pilot facility in the Netherlands
Dissolution technology allows effective end-of-life plastic recycling and enhances circularity.
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Groundbreaking for Haitian production plant in Serbia
Haitian International is expanding its production and logistics network in Europe and investing in the construction of a modern plant with a total area of 250,000 square meters at its site in Ruma, Serbia. The plant is scheduled to go into operation in the first quarter of 2025.
Mauser Packaging Solutions opens new reconditioning site in Poland
Investments in Gliwice, Poland, expand product offering to support growing demand for sustainable packaging in the region.
Polykemi establishes new subsidiary in Mexico
Swedish plastics compounder Polykemi AB continues to expand globally and March 1st 2023 was the opening day of the new subsidiary - Polykemi Mexico.
Untha shredding technology looks back on a successful 2022
Untha shredding technology GmbH, the Austrian manufacturer of industrial shredding systems, looks back on a successful 2022: The company achieved yet another record turnover in the region of 80 million Euro, set up a new subsidiary in Turkey, noted a distinct improvement of supply conditions, came up with product innovations, made progress with regard to digitalisation and hired 50 new employees.
GEA opens state-of-the-art Technology Center in Wallau/Germany
GEA opened the doors of its new 1500-sqm Technology Center (XLAB) in Biedenkopf-Wallau for the first time on March 20. From now on, the new XLAB will be available to customers for product testing and training.
Piovan Group takes over selected assets of Protec Polymer Processing gmbH
Piovan Group's strengthening continues with further expansion into Germany, Europe's reference market for plastics by supporting German ProTec's systems - ensuring continuity and qualified assistance to some of the company's customers.
LyondellBasell announces decision to acquire Mepol Group
Facilities in Poland and Italy will produce recycled and polymer compounds for diverse markets.
Alpla and Inden Pharma form joint venture
Specialists in pharmaceutical packaging combine expertise and increase capacities.
Safic-Alcan expands its international business
Safic-Alcan, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals, has announced the acquisition of 4Plas Ltd. and its exclusive distribution agreement with Schützen Chemical Group.
Polykemi Inc. begins compounding operations in Southeast USA
After being represented in the North American market for ten years, compounding operations at Polykemi Inc's first US production site have now begun.
Project STOP marks major milestones and expands waste collection services
Project STOP and its partners reached significant milestones and successes in demonstrating a model for expanding affordable waste management and recycling solutions to help address the plastic waste challenge in Indonesia.
