Plastics

Plastics are the materials used in many various applications, e.g. in packaging and construction industry, as well as in manufacturing of household appliances, clothes, toys and medical equipment. Polymers are produced mostly from fossil resources and their features can be modified through special additives. The most popular plastics are: polyethylene, polypropylene, polivinyl chloride and polystyrene.

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RadiciGroup at K 2025: innovation and sustainability in focus

RadiciGroup will showcase new polyamide and PBT solutions at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, with a focus on e-mobility, photovoltaic and home appliances, alongside bio-based and recycled ranges.

Trelleborg presents FoodPro sealing materials at drinktec 2025

Trelleborg will exhibit its FoodPro range of globally compliant sealing materials for food and beverage processing equipment at drinktec 2025, hall B5, booth 552. The portfolio covers EPDM, NBR, FKM, PTFE and PEEK solutions and includes new FoodPro EPDM grades.

Clariant expands stabilizer production and applications for plastics industry

Clariant has increased its stabilizer production capacity in China and introduced new solutions for artificial turf and medical polyolefin applications, addressing rising global demand for high-performance plastic additives.

Plast 2026, Press Tour in Italy

23rd International Trade Fair Plastics and Rubber

Central European Plastics Meeting 2025

BMT analyses PET bottle deformation under altitude changes

BMT has presented a methodology combining stretch blow moulding simulation and physical testing to predict deformation of lightweight PET bottles under altitude-related pressure changes. The study also shows the effect of fill volume on packaging resistance to paneling.

Neste to invest over EUR 400 million in Porvoo refinery maintenance turnaround

Neste will carry out an approximately nine-week maintenance turnaround at its Porvoo refinery in 2026. The project, valued at more than EUR 400 million, is intended to ensure the plant's safety, availability and competitiveness, without affecting fuel deliveries to customers.

Jürgen Rietschle takes on a new role at Biesterfeld

Jürgen Rietschle has been appointed Business Manager Polymer Additives at the Biesterfeld Group. He will take up the role on August 1, 2026, succeeding Michael Pilz, who is retiring.

Syensqo and Bucci Composites advance automotive composites

Syensqo and Bucci Composites have signed an agreement covering the use of Double Diaphragm Forming technology and the joint qualification of materials for larger-scale production of automotive parts.

EPR in Europe, system quality determines effectiveness

An analysis of extended producer responsibility systems across the 27 EU countries shows that the level of fees does not determine recycling performance. System design, eco-modulation, transparency and infrastructure are the key factors.

Hasco expands the H4400 hot runner system

Hasco's H4400/… hot runner system is intended to support efficiency and cost reduction in injection moulding. The solution, supplied as a complete hot half plate assembly, is designed to shorten assembly time and facilitate integration into the mould.

10 years of Gabriel-Chemie Italia: a decade of passion, commitment & progress

Gabriel-Chemie is celebrating 10 years of Gabriel-Chemie Italia as part of the Group. During this period, the Italian site in Fara Gera d’Adda has strengthened the company’s position in Southern Europe and in the flame retardants segment.

SI Group and Shengxiao form a joint venture in China

SI Group and Shengxiao Group have established Shengnova Advanced Materials to accelerate the expansion of biphenol production capacity in China. The project is intended to increase regional supply of the material for customers across Asia-Pacific.

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