Expected dynamics of commodity polymer prices in the third quarter of 2024
We now have to live with fluctuating prices and volatility. It is important to identify the phases of the cycles well; buy at the right time and in sufficient quantities
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Harald Schwarzmayr becomes the new TEPPFA President
Harald Schwarzmayr, Chief Operating Officer West at Wienerberger, has been unanimously voted as the new president for the next two years, effective immediately.
PET wine bottle made by Alpla cuts carbon emissions by up to 50%
Launch of a 0.75-litre bottle in Austria with white wine from Wegenstein.
WEPACK World Expo 2024 in Shenzhen: Unveiling Key Industry Highlights
WEPACK 2024 is set to occur on April 10-12, 2024, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an New Hall), one of the world's largest exhibition venues.
Sustainable materials with tradition
Interview with Aleksander Kurszewski, Area Manager in Polykemi AB.
Friedrich Rechberger has been the new CEO of HydroDyn Recycling GmbH since February 8
Friedrich Rechberger takes over as the new CEO of HydroDyn Recycling GmbH while company founder Michael Hofmann focuses as co-CEO on strategic business development and sales.
Constantia Flexibles announces acquisition of Aluflexpack
Constantia Flexibles has signed an agreement to acquire approximately 57% of the shares of the packaging producer Aluflexpack.
LDPE offers may reach €1,500/t in Poland
According to market players, converters are making cautious purchases this month. Most large manufacturers of finished products bought more material in January ahead of the anticipated price increase.
Plantech-CST, the first turn-key recycling plant of 2024
The recycling market is expanding more and more and Plantech-CST is establishing itself in this market by becoming a leader in it, thanks to its completed and still ongoing projects.
The diversity of composites solutions from KraussMaffei
KraussMaffei will be presenting a wide range of exhibits from the various composites technologies at the JEC trade fair.
BOY presence at Chinaplas 2024 in the Far East
Chinaplas 2024 in Shanghai will take place from 23rd to 26th April 2024. BOY will show two small injection moulding machines in Hall 2.1 at booth number F92.
Polyolefin prices surge in Poland amid shortages
Due to low demand and the ability of some converters to wait out February without making purchases, almost all polyolefin producers have reduced the amount of raw materials available for sale.
