Collaborative Milestone: Rewind®PET Process Package Patent Hits Global Market
October 28, 2024 – In a collaborative move that signals a significant advancement in the field of PET recycling, Japan Environment Planning Agency (JEPLAN), Axens, and IFP Energies nouvelles (IFPEN) have jointly announced the global launch of their comprehensive Rewind®PET process package patent. This milestone marks a breakthrough achievement for the partners within the scope…
Global Expertise Powers Rönesans Holding’s $2B Investment in Turkey
May 9, 2025 – Amidst the profound realignment of global supply chains, the industrial landscape of Turkey has witnessed a major investment breakthrough. On April 28, Rönesans Holding, a renowned European contracting and investment group, announced the initiation of a polypropylene (PP) production plant and liquid bulk terminal project in Ceyhan, Turkey. This strategic endeavor,…
The Rise of Eco-Friendly Color-Spun Yarn in Fashion
January 15, 2025 – The textile industry is undergoing a transformation thanks to the unique “dye first, spin later” process of color-spun technology. This innovative approach not only streamlines production for downstream processors but also cuts costs and adds significant value to products. Compared to the traditional “spin first, dye later” method, color-spun yarns boast…
Samsara Eco’s Revolutionary Enzyme Recycling Technology Gets Boost from KBR
May 7, 2025 – On April 29, 2025, KBR, a globally renowned engineering and construction firm, announced its full support for Samsara Eco, a biotechnology innovator, in designing its first enzyme-based plastic and textile recycling plant. The plant is expected to be completed and commence operation in early 2028. Samsara Eco, an innovative enterprise dedicated…
From Extruders to Eco-Solutions: Vietnam Plas Unites Global Leaders for a Circular Future
May 26, 2025 – Vietnam Plas 2025 Set to Ignite Global Plastics Innovation in Ho Chi Minh City The 2025 edition of Vietnam Plas, Southeast Asia’s premier plastics and rubber exhibition, is poised to open its doors at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center from September 17–20. Co-organized by Yorkers Exhibition Service Vietnam and VINEXAD, the…
Chemical Recycling Milestone: A $100B Market Just Got Real
May 30, 2025 -Plastic Waste Gets New Life: Alterra’s Breakthrough Validated in Major Refinery Test AsiaMB Exclusive – The color masterbatch industry may soon access a new stream of recycled materials following Alterra’s successful industrial validation of its plastic-to-fuel technology. In a landmark trial at Viva Energy’s Geelong refinery, 9.5 tons of plastic pyrolysis oil…
Breaking Monopolies: CNPC’s Significant Advances in New Materials
January 18, 2025 – China National Petroleum Corporation Achieves Milestone in New Materials Production China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) has marked a significant milestone in its new materials industry, surpassing the 2 million tonne production threshold ten days ahead of schedule in 2024. This extraordinary growth signifies an accelerated advancement into a new era of…
Overcoming Pigment Dispersion Challenges in Color Masterbatch Production
August 13, 2024 – The quality of color masterbatch products is directly impacted by the dispersion of pigments during the manufacturing process. To address the challenges associated with pigment dispersion, color masterbatch manufacturers are actively exploring various strategies aimed at expanding market share and optimizing cost structures. The inherent characteristics of pigments, such as surface…
Guangzhou Petrochemical Unveils New Polyolefin Products, Expanding High-End Series
Guangzhou Petrochemical has achieved remarkable success in focusing on increasing the production of high value-added polyolefin products this year. Reports indicate that in just the first half of the year, the company successfully developed five new polyolefin products. The proportion of new products and specialized materials has increased by 2.18 percentage points compared to the…
From Waste to Wealth: Chengdu’s rPET Park Steers Toward Green Prosperity
May 20, 2025 – Southwest China has recently witnessed a landmark environmental initiative with the steady progress of the Chengdu Green Recycling Resources Smart Industrial Park, a food-grade rPET circular economy demonstration base developed by Chengdu Environment Investment Urban Services Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Chengdu Environment Group. The main structure of the park’s comprehensive…