From Freight Collapse to Inflation Spike: The Far-Reaching Effects of US-China Tariffs
April 30, 2025 – The Impact of US-China Tariff Dispute on Freight and Retail Sectors Since the United States announced its implementation of the reciprocal tariff policy on April 2, nearly a month has passed, and the freight traffic between China and the US has been severely hit. In the past three weeks, the booking…
Innovative Extruder Patent from Jiangsu Suchen Revolutionizes Color Masterbatch Production
April 30, 2025 – According to the latest public information from the National Intellectual Property Administration, Jiangsu Suchen Plastics Co., Ltd. has successfully obtained a patent titled “A Granule Extruder for Color Masterbatch Granulation and Molding”. The application date can be traced back to July 2024. This patent belongs to the technical field of color…
Srichakra Polyplast Triples Food-Grade rPET Capacity in India with New Starlinger Lines
April 29, 2025 – A significant milestone has been reached in India’s plastic recycling and waste management sector. On April 28, Srichakra Polyplast, a renowned Indian enterprise, announced the official commissioning of two advanced PET bottle-to-bottle recycling lines at its plant on the outskirts of Hyderabad. Sourced from Austrian firm Starlinger, these new lines have…
Regulatory Tailwinds Drive Aliplast’s Strategic Move in European PET Recycling
April 29, 2025 – Aliplast, a leading force in Europe’s plastic recycling sector, has once again expanded its business footprint. The company, which is part of Herambiente under the Hera Group, recently completed the acquisition of Gurit’s PET recycling division in Italy. The acquired facility, located in Carmignano di Brenta, Padua, brings a significant boost…
H&M-Backed Syre Group Unveils Plan for Carbon-Neutral Textile Recycling in Vietnam
April 29, 2025 – A major investment initiative is set to reshape Vietnam’s textile industry landscape. On April 25, Binh Dinh Province in Vietnam and Sweden-based Syre Group inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a groundbreaking polyester fiber fabric recycling and production complex project. With a planned investment of approximately $1 billion, Syre Group…
Unveiling the Power of Plastic-Metal Universal Gear Grease in Automobiles
April 28, 2025 – When cruising down the streets and relishing a comfortable driving experience, we often overlook the crucial gear components inside our cars. These seemingly ordinary gears, in fact, are the heart of a vehicle’s power transmission system. And the high-performance plastic-metal universal gear grease acts as an invisible guardian, silently ensuring the…
Global Polypropylene Film Trade in Turmoil as South Korea Renews Anti-Dumping Measures
April 28, 2025 – As the global polypropylene film market witnesses intensifying competition, the shadow of trade disputes looms large once again. South Korea, a significant consumer and importer of such products, has recently made a trade decision that has sparked widespread attention. According to the “2025 – 2030 Global and Chinese Polypropylene Industry Market…
ECI Group’s Shanghai Expansion: Unveiling a New Chapter in Polyolefin Technology
April 28, 2025 – A significant development has emerged in the global polyolefin technology arena. On April 10, the renowned ECI Group, a leading holder of polyolefin technology patents and provider of engineering services, officially established an office in Shanghai. This strategic move is regarded as a pivotal milestone in the ECI Group’s development journey,…
Discoloration Woes in Flame-Retardant Modified Materials: Key Culprits Revealed
April 28, 2025 – The discoloration of flame-retardant modified materials during processing and storage has long been a persistent headache for chemical manufacturing enterprises. This issue not only undermines the visual quality of products but also risks eroding customer trust and dampening market sales. So, what exactly are the culprits behind the discoloration of flame-retardant…
Thailand’s Automotive Coatings: From Production Decline to Future Growth Prospects
April 28, 2025 – In the automotive industry landscape of Southeast Asia, Thailand has emerged as a pivotal hub for vehicle manufacturing in recent years, thanks to its robust industrial ecosystem and supportive policies. As the automotive sector thrives, the country’s automotive coating industry has also come into the spotlight, showcasing a distinctive development trend…