BASF Group: Financial figures for 2024
In a challenging market environment, BASF Group’s EBITDA before special items (income from operations before depreciation, amortization and special items) increased in the full year 2024 to €7.9 billion.
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Polypropylene market in February
Low demand for polypropylene hindered price large increases despite producers’ efforts to improve margins. Throughout February, traders hoped for a market revival at the beginning of March, when the construction and agricultural sectors are traditionally more active.
Drytac’s global launch of Polar Frost Air - new translucent matte polymeric PVC
Drytac is delighted to announce the global launch of Polar Frost Air, a new translucent matte polymeric PVC film with an embossed pearl finish that becomes the latest addition to the Polar product range.
Siemens a worldwide leader in IIoT platforms and applications
Siemens Digital Industries Software today announced it has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Industrial Internet of Things Platforms and Applications 2024 Vendor Assessment.
Berry Global and Mars announce packaging with 100% recycled content
Innovation update furthers sustainability efforts, eliminating more than 1,300 metric tons of virgin plastic per year.
Vecoplan Group draws a positive balance
The Vecoplan Group can look back on a successful financial year 2024, despite the difficult economic situation. The company, which specialises in machines and plants for the processing of waste materials, was able to hold its own.
Wittmann with latest technology at the Plástico Brasil 2025
At the Plástico Brasil in São Paulo from March 24 to 28 2025, Wittmann will show at its booth No. F080 energy-efficient, resource-saving injection molding machines, automation and auxiliaries to interested trade visitors.
2024 Polymer Producers Awards
Polymers for Europe Alliance announces the 2024 Polymer Producers Awards with a Special 10-Year Anniversary Celebration.
Elix Polymers with positive results in their programmes
Elix Polymers, global leader in the manufacture of thermoplastics, closed 2024 with very positive results in terms of achieving the goals defined in their Climate Care and Sustainable Supply Chain programmes.
Polykemi Group first to upgrade new types of recycled plastics in Kunshan, China
Polykemi Group has now become the first in Kunshan, China, to be approved for expanded capabilities in upgrading of recycled plastic raw materials after completing an environmental certification process.
Omya completes acquisition of Distrupol to create global polymers distribution business
Omya has completed the previously-announced acquisition of Distrupol, a leading channel partner in the UK, Ireland and the Nordic countries with recent expansions into continental Europe.
Countdown to Moulding Expo 2025
Messe Stuttgart will again become the meeting point for the tool, pattern and mould making industry from 6 to 9 May 2025. The international press trip in February was an important milestone during the preparations for the trade fair.
