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Game-Changer for Circular Economy: China’s Mixed Plastic Recycling Plant Goes Operational
July 15, 2025 – China Achieves World-Leading Breakthrough in Mixed Plastic Waste Recycling Technology AsiaMB reports a revolutionary advancement in plastic recycling as Guangdong Dongyue Chemical, a subsidiary of Huicheng Environmental Protection, successfully commissions the world’s first 200,000-ton-per-year mixed plastic pyrolysis facility. This milestone establishes China as a global leader in advanced plastic waste treatment…
UAE Industrial Show Becomes Key Gateway for China’s Plastic & Machinery Sector
July 15, 2025 – Chinese Industrial Machinery Firms Target Middle East Expansion Through Dubai Trade Show AsiaMB reports growing interest from Chinese manufacturers in Middle Eastern markets as preparations intensify for the 19th UAE Industrial Equipment & Intermediate Products Exhibition. Scheduled for December 17-19 at Dubai World Trade Centre, the event organized by Messe Frankfurt…
From Shortage to Stability: The New Era of Global Vitamin A Supply
July 5, 2025 – Vitamin A Supply Chain Stabilizes as BASF Resumes Full Production The global vitamin A market is witnessing a significant recovery as BASF’s Ludwigshafen facility completes its restoration process, marking the end of supply constraints that have impacted multiple industries for nearly twelve months. The German chemical giant has officially lifted force…
Tongkun Holding’s $28M Bet: A Closer Look at Asia’s Newest Masterbatch Plant
July 5, 2025 – Zhejiang Youze Materials Unveils Cutting-Edge Masterbatch Production Facility AsiaMB Exclusive – A new era in color masterbatch manufacturing has begun at Zhejiang Youze Materials Technology’s Shimen Industrial Park complex. The company’s recently commissioned production line combines international technology with domestic innovation to create a world-class manufacturing operation. The facility features three…
Vietnam Emerges as Polyurethane Hub with Tosoh’s Major Production Push
July 5, 2025 – Tosoh Corporation Accelerates Southeast Asian Expansion with Strategic Polyurethane Investments Japanese chemical giant Tosoh Corporation is implementing a bold transformation of its polyurethane business, with two major developments reshaping its global production network: “These moves reflect our pivot toward high-value segments and emerging markets,” said Tosoh’s Polyurethane Division Director Kenji Sato….
The EVOH Revolution: Why This Barrier Material is Outpacing Traditional Plastics
July 5, 2025 – EVOH Barrier Materials Market Enters New Growth Phase Amid Global Capacity Expansion The high-performance packaging materials sector is undergoing a significant transformation as demand for ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer (EVOH) resins surges across multiple industries. With its unparalleled gas barrier properties, EVOH has become the material of choice for food packaging, pharmaceutical…
Packaging Breakthrough: New 4.9g Bottle Cuts Plastic Use by 30% Without Sacrificing Performance
July 5, 2025 – Industry Giants Shatter PET Bottle Weight Barrier with Revolutionary Design A groundbreaking collaboration between packaging leaders Krones and Husky has yielded the lightest 500ml PET beverage bottle ever produced. Weighing just 4.9 grams, the Factor 101 bottle represents a 30% reduction from conventional designs while maintaining exceptional durability standards. The innovation…
Breaking: EU Study Quantifies Massive Environmental Benefits of Textile Circularity
July 5, 2025 – Landmark Study Reveals Massive Environmental Gains From Textile Recycling in EU A groundbreaking analysis by the Swedish Environmental Research Institute has quantified the transformative potential of textile circularity in Europe. The comprehensive study demonstrates that achieving just 10% textile-to-textile recycling by 2035 would yield environmental benefits equivalent to:• Removing 200,000 gasoline-powered…
From 0% to 100% PCR: Amcor’s Tech Leap Transforms Packaging Industry
July 5, 2025 – Amcor’s Smart Factory Revolutionizes PCR Packaging Production In a landmark achievement for sustainable packaging, Amcor has successfully transformed its Nicholasville, Kentucky facility into a fully automated production hub capable of manufacturing packaging with 0-100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content. This technological leap addresses growing market demands for environmentally responsible packaging solutions. The…
BASF Expands Polyamide Leadership with Full Alsachimie Ownership
July 3, 2025 – BASF Strengthens PA66 Leadership with Full Acquisition of Alsachimie In a strategic move to consolidate its polyamide supply chain, BASF has completed the 100% acquisition of Alsachimie from joint venture partner DOMO Chemicals. The deal, finalized this week, grants the German chemical giant full control of the France-based precursor materials producer…