PET Resin Imports from China and Indonesia Face Provisional Anti-Dumping Taxes in Malaysia
January 18, 2025 – Malaysia Imposes Anti-Dumping Duties on PET Resin from China and Indonesia In a significant announcement, Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry has imposed provisional anti-dumping measures on PET resin (Polyethylene Terephthalate, or PET) imported from China and Indonesia. Effective January 7, 2025, these countries will face a temporary anti-dumping tax…
BPF Sounds Alarm on Fraudulent Recycled Plastic Claims Threatening UK Industry Integrity
May 18, 2025 –The British Plastics Federation (BPF) has recently raised significant concerns over fraudulent reporting practices within the plastic recycling sector. The BPF highlights that certain companies, driven by financial gains or a desire to project an eco-friendly image, are deliberately inflating the actual recycled plastic content in their products. Such practices not only…
Smart Factories Meet Sustainability: Inside Eastman’s Cutting-Edge Dalian Facility
June 16, 2025 – Eastman Doubles Down on China Market with Dalian Plant Expansion AsiaMB Exclusive – Specialty materials giant Eastman has officially launched two new production lines at its Dalian facility, marking a strategic push to capture Asia-Pacific’s booming automotive film market. The $85 million expansion positions the plant as Eastman’s most advanced manufacturing…
Microbial Allies: Study Reveals Soil Bacteria’s Role in Breaking Down Agri-Plastics
July 3, 2025 – Breakthrough Study Maps Microplastic Journey from Biodegradable Mulch Films Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences researchers have decoded the complete degradation timeline of PBAT-based agricultural films in soil environments, publishing their findings in the Journal of Hazardous Materials. The 180-day study reveals a dynamic three-phase transformation process with significant implications for sustainable…
Rongsheng Petrochemical Soars to 5th Place in Global Chemical Brands Ranking
May 14, 2025 –Rongsheng Petrochemical has made a remarkable leap in the global chemical industry landscape, securing the fifth position in Brand Finance’s “2025 Global Most Valuable Chemical Brands” list. The company’s brand value surged by 6% year-on-year, reaching an impressive $3.2 billion, marking a significant milestone in its brand journey. Since its debut on…
Ethylene Forum 2024: Exploring High-End New Materials Opportunities
August 09, 2024 – The Ethylene Downstream High-end New Materials Forum is scheduled to take place on September 11, 2024, in Lianyungang. This forum will concentrate on the policy trends of the ethylene industry chain in the context of carbon peak and neutrality, while deeply exploring market opportunities for high-end downstream new materials. These innovative…
From Coating to Robot: Jotun’s $3.2M Fuel-Saving Solution Gets Industry Nod
June 11, 2025 - Jotun’s Breakthrough Hull Cleaning System Earns Industry-First Certification In a landmark moment for marine antifouling technology, Jotun’s SeaQuantum Skate coating and HullSkater robotic cleaning system have received the world’s first Enhanced Antifouling Type Approval from Lloyd’s Register. The certification, announced at Nor-Shipping 2025, validates the integrated solution’s ability to maintain hull…
New Research Lays Bare the Global Plastics Industry’s Troubling Landscape
April 19, 2025 – Plastic, a ubiquitous material in daily life, has given rise to a pollution problem that has escalated into a pressing global challenge. However, for a long time, the global plastics industry has lacked a comprehensive and in – depth systematic analysis. Until recently, this situation has seen a significant breakthrough. On…
The Struggle for Sustainable Recycling in Southeast Asia
December 2, 2024 – Southeast Asia Grapples with Plastic Pollution Amid Recycling Challenges Southeast Asia is in the spotlight due to its pressing plastic pollution issue. The region’s lack of recycling infrastructure has become a major bottleneck in handling the massive influx of waste from developed countries. A 2023 study revealed that Indonesia, the Philippines,…
Innovations Abound at RUPLASTICA: Russia’s Premier Plastics Event
January 23, 2025 – RUPLASTICA 2025: A Grand Gathering for Russia’s Plastics and Rubber Industry The much-anticipated RUPLASTICA event, Russia’s premier exhibition for the plastics and rubber industry, is set to make a spectacular return from January 21 to 24, 2025. This iconic trade show, which draws exhibitors and professionals from around the globe, promises…