Delta Tecnic showcased masterbatch solutions at Wire Expo 2026
At Wire Expo 2026, Delta Tecnic presented masterbatch solutions for the cable industry, covering applications in fiber optics, automotive, and photovoltaic and energy installations.
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Change in the managing director position at ENGEL Polska
ENGEL Polska announced a change in the managing director position. After 16 years, Piotr Nachiło stepped down and was succeeded by Benjamin Lettner.
MAAG Group and Sikora jointly at Plast Milan 2026
At Plast Milan 2026, MAAG Group will present joint solutions with Sikora. The showcase will cover polymer processing, pipe and hose production, as well as melt filtration, inspection and control technologies.
SABIC launches laser-weldable Noryl V0 resins
SABIC has introduced Noryl V0150TW and V0150IR2 resins, described as the first laser-weldable thermoplastics for photovoltaic applications. The materials combine flame retardancy, weatherability and properties important for housings of PV components.
Plastpol 2026 to showcase the direction of change in plastics
The anniversary edition of Plastpol, to be held on 19-22 May 2026 in Kielce, will focus on production digitalisation, recycling, energy efficiency and new materials. The event will be accompanied by debates and presentations on the competitiveness of the European plastics industry.
Hascotalks 2026 on transformation in the plastics industry
At Hascotalks 2026, speakers discussed the practical aspects of transformation in the German plastics industry. The discussion focused on adaptability, corporate culture, leadership and new business models.
Jacek Podgórski joins the management board of Grupa Azoty
The Supervisory Board of Grupa Azoty S.A. has appointed Jacek Podgórski as vice president of the company's management board. The change takes effect on 5 May 2026 and completes the composition of the 13th-term management board.
Winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026
The winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026 were announced during the Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam. Awards were presented in seven categories covering products, recycling technologies and individuals supporting the development of plastics circularity.
Plast 2026 with 200 new exhibitors in Milan
Plast 2026, to be held from 9 to 12 June at Fiera Milano, will bring together more than 1,000 exhibitors, with foreign companies accounting for 44%. The organisers also announce a stronger presence of international buyers and the further development of three satellite events.
Polytives starts polymer additives distribution in Canada
Polytives GmbH has entered into a distribution partnership with Canadian company Simcoe Plastics Ltd. The cooperation is intended to provide direct access to polymer additives in the Canadian market and serve as a basis for further expansion in North America.
BlueAlp and KraussMaffei Extrusion advance recycling
BlueAlp has partnered with KraussMaffei Extrusion to scale chemical recycling of plastics. The partnership was announced at PRSE in Amsterdam, with co-rotating ZE BluePower twin-screw extruders set to play a central role.
Aimplas to showcase recycling technologies at PRS Europe 2026
Aimplas will present in Amsterdam its portfolio of mechanical, chemical and enzymatic recycling solutions and will deliver a technical programme presentation on recyclability testing.
