For personal reasons, Bernard Charlès is stepping down as chairman of the Board of Directors of Dassault Systèmes. As of 21 February 2026, this role will be assumed by Pascal Daloz, who will combine it with the position of CEO.
Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, is rapidly developing its plastics market with a focus on sustainable packaging and lightweight components for the automotive sector. EPR regulations and investments in new production capacities are accelerating the transition towards a circular economy.
Orex rotomoulding machines use R4 closed cable carriers and igus readychain systems, which reduce cable failure risk in demanding operating conditions and facilitate installation servicing.
Xenia Materials announces the launch of Xelamid at JEC World 2026, a family of impact-modified PA11 and PA12-based polyamides featuring increased impact strength, elongation at break and stable properties under elevated humidity conditions.
MAAG Group and Sikora will present an integrated portfolio of equipment for polymer processing, recycling, and measuring and inspection systems for pipes, hoses, and granules at Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai.
From 12 to 16 October 2026, the 30th edition of the Fakuma trade fair will take place in Friedrichshafen, presenting the full spectrum of plastics processing technologies. The event focuses on practical solutions, sustainable development and digitalisation.
Spanish profile manufacturer Cortizo has ordered another nine extruders from battenfeld-cincinnati Vienna, increasing the number of PVC extrusion lines to 28. The machine fleet now includes a total of 30 extruders for window and door profile production.
Südpack offers SKINPro and Multifol Extreme films designed specifically for fish and seafood packaging. These solutions combine high product protection, extended shelf life and efficient material use in skin, MAP and vacuum technologies.
Amcor has launched the Mocha standard plastic bottle for the beauty and personal care sector, offering extensive customization options, three sizes and a low minimum order quantity.
The Łukasiewicz Research Network and the Qemetica Group have entered into a strategic partnership covering the development of chemical technologies supporting the energy transition and the circular economy, as well as dual-use solutions for defence.
At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, Brückner Maschinenbau will present its latest biaxial film stretching lines, covering solutions for packaging films, battery separators, capacitor films and specialty high-temperature plastics.
Envalior is introducing the high-performance thermoplastic UD tape UDea EcoPaXX Q20HTC60 for reinforcing polyamide liners in high-pressure hydrogen tanks, enabling all-thermoplastic designs that are lighter and easier to recycle.
