At the Chinaplas trade fair in Shanghai, Dr. Boy will present BOY XS E and BOY 25 E injection moulding machines in applications for precise medical products, including resorbable implants and components of drug delivery systems.
Arburg is extending its sponsorship cooperation with the ABT Sportsline team in the DTM series for the 2026 season. The plastics processing machinery manufacturer sees this project as an important image and business platform.
At Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026, Coveris will present its approach to closing the plastics loop based on complementary use of mechanical, chemical and solvent-based recycling and on collaboration across the entire value chain.
RecyClass has published new testing protocols and the first sector-specific design for recycling guidelines for the automotive and EEE sectors, covering vehicles, fridges, temperature exchange equipment, small appliances and ICT products.
Kraiburg TPE has received the EcoVadis Gold medal for sustainability for the second time in a row, covering all of the company’s sites worldwide. The company improved its results in all four assessment areas and ranks among the top 2% of rated companies.
The German institute SKZ is expanding its portfolio with a permanent consulting model for plastics industry companies, focusing on sustainability reporting, EU regulations and preparing businesses for upcoming market requirements.
From 27–29 May 2026, the Finat European Label Forum 2026 will bring together owners and managers of label printing companies and technology suppliers, focusing on knowledge exchange, market analysis and network building in the label industry.
Taylor Engineering & Plastics is investing in two 1200-ton short-stroke compression molding presses from Cannon. The new equipment will broaden TEP’s process portfolio and enable entry into new application markets in Europe.
At ITMA Asia + CITME 2025, Barmag presented its new energy-efficient POY 2.0 spinning concept with partial process automation. The solution includes a redesigned DIO spin pack, the EvoQuench 2.0 cooling system, the WINGS POY 2.0 winder and full integration with the atmos.io digital platform.
Innovia Films is launching P2G, a clear high gas transmission BOPP film designed for fresh produce packaging, including pre-prepared vegetables, and recyclable in the PP waste stream.
The Hexpol group is consolidating its thermoplastics and TPE companies into a single business area, Hexpol Thermoplastics. The aim is to facilitate access to material expertise and accelerate R&D, regulatory and sustainability projects.
The new company Meliori Polymer Engineering has launched production of reusable polymer semiconductor wafer frames in Croatia, fully based on European suppliers. The plant supports the local chip supply chain and EU sustainability goals.
