Polyethylene market trends in March 2025
The demand for polyethylene decreased in March. Converters, observing the decline in crude oil prices, expect polymer prices to drop in April and are taking a wait-and-see approach.
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Successful premiere: CVC 2025 exceeds all expectations
The debut of the Circular Valley Convention was a resounding success. Organized by Messe Düsseldorf in cooperation with the Circular Valley Foundation and with scientific support from the Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology.
Industrial Summit Technology unveils advanced polyimide fiber Imidetex
In occasion of JEC World 2025, the leading international Composite Show, Industrial Summit Technology (I.S.T.) has proudly announced the launch of Imidetex, an advanced polyimide fiber engineered to redefine composite applications.
Husky reinforces commitment to Latin America market
Husky Technologies is reinforcing its commitment to the Latin America market with a comprehensive tradeshow presence throughout the region, exhibiting at both Plastimagen taking place in Mexico City and Plástico Brasil taking place in São Paulo, Brazil.
Formnext 2025 demonstrates dynamic development in challenging times
Despite a challenging political and economic environment, Formnext has recorded solid and pleasing figures for its 10th anniversary.
ENGEL expands production capacities in the Americas: new plant opened in Mexico
ENGEL is strengthening its market presence in the Americas with the grand opening of a new production facility in Querétaro, Mexico.
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.
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.
