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.
Alujain Corporation and Beaulieu International Group have signed a memorandum for the creation of a joint venture in Saudi Arabia, focused on local production of synthetic fibres and non-wovens and on developing GEONATPET operations in Yanbu.
Since 2015, Rondo Plast of the Polykemi Group has been regularly purchasing PP and PE production scrap from Modulpac’s manufacturing of caps, jars and lids. The cooperation shows how effective scrap management can enhance plastics circularity.
At JEC World 2026 in Paris, Envalior will present new Tepex and UDea thermoplastic composites for aviation, drones and hydrogen applications, offering a lightweight, recyclable alternative to thermoset composites.
At Tire Technology Expo 2026 in Hannover, Lanxess will present new additives for tire compounds, aimed at improving process stability, material efficiency and the performance parameters of modern tires.
