May prices will be announced later
PE, PP demand continues to remain low in Poland. Market players note that off-grade material has been more popular this month.
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Sharp innovation for the future
In a unique collaboration, the Swedish manufacturers Morakniv, Alleima, Rondo Plast (Polykemi Group) and TK Pac have come together to develop a knife that is largely made from recycled material.
Prices continue sliding in Poland
Lacklustre demand has caused another decrease in PP prices. Purchases that traders and manufacturers were hoping for did not materialise to the extent they expected, according to Chem-Courier’s information.
K 2025 motto and key topics: The Power of Plastics! Green - Smart - Responsible.
The slogan reflects the current values and goals of the industry mirrored by the trade fair. “The Power of Plastics!” underscores the indisputable role that plastics play in various sectors of industry, ranging from medical device technology and automotive to packaging solutions.
CEO Thomas Gangl to leave Borealis
The Supervisory Board of Borealis and Thomas Gangl have come to a mutual agreement regarding a termination of Thomas Gangl’s mandate as CEO of Borealis AG, as well as the related employment contract effective June 30, 2024.
Polyolefin market encounters product shortages
Despite the lack of some materials in the market, there is no panic or increased purchasing activity from converters who buy raw materials only as needed.
Avient and Plastic Bank reuse ocean-bound plastic for luxury caps and closures
Avient Collaborates with Plastic Bank Recycling Corporation to formulate recycled ocean plastic into a new density modified polymer for luxury caps and closures.
Sustainable materials with tradition
Interview with Aleksander Kurszewski, Area Manager in Polykemi AB.
European Commission’s Emmanuelle Maire to keynote at Plastics Recycling Show Europe conference
Emmanuelle Maire, Head of Unit Circular economy, Sustainable Production and Consumption, DG Environment, European Commission is to be the keynote speaker at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe’s conference at RAI Amsterdam.
RecyClass publishes closed & controlled loop recycling certification modules
RecyClass developed two new modules to strengthen the certification of closed and controlled loop recycling.
New Sustainability and Circular Economy Department at SKZ
SKZ with a wealth of experience in sustainability and the circular economy of plastic products establishes a new Sustainability and Circular Economy Department
Asahi Kasei Europe joins Plastics Europe Germany
Asahi Kasei Europe joined Plastics Europe Germany, the leading association of plastics producers in Germany, in December 2023.
