Wuhan Researchers’ Pollen – Centric Innovations Offer Hope for Plastic Pollution
April 19, 2025 – A significant breakthrough in plastic pollution governance has emerged. A team led by Professor Deng Hongbing from the School of Resources and Environmental Science at Wuhan University has achieved two remarkable innovations using pollen as the core raw material. They have successfully developed a sponge – like material capable of efficiently…
From Landfill to Recycling: Hong Kong’s Ambitious Producer Responsibility Scheme
April 22, 2025 – As a global metropolis, Hong Kong grapples with significant challenges in solid waste management. With a land area of just 1,113.76 square kilometers and a population of approximately 7.5342 million by the end of 2024, the region boasts a staggering population density of 6,765 people per square kilometer. In 2025, Hong…
Titanium Dioxide Industry: Navigating Challenges and Trends in a Dynamic Market
AsiaMB, August 31st — Titanium dioxide, a star product in the industrial pigment sector, underscores not only the colors and performance of multiple industries but also reflects the nuanced shifts in the global economy and resource allocation. Recently, dynamics in the titanium dioxide market have garnered widespread attention, particularly in terms of raw material supply,…
From Trash to Treasure: Eastman’s High-Tech Solution for Sustainable Plastics
June 23, 2025 – AsiaMB Exclusive: Eastman’s Molecular Recycling Revolution Transforms Plastic Waste Management In a groundbreaking development for the plastics industry, Eastman Chemical Company has pioneered an advanced molecular recycling technology that’s setting new standards for circular economy solutions. This innovative approach chemically breaks down post-consumer plastic waste into molecular building blocks, enabling the…
Jiangxi Guangyuan New Materials Honored as Provincial ‘Green Factory
August 15, 2024 – Jiangxi Guangyuan New Materials Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Guangyuan Group, has recently been awarded the provincial “Green Factory” title in the 2024 Jiangxi Provincial Green Manufacturing List released by the Jiangxi Provincial Industry and Information Technology Department. This honor marks another milestone in Guangyuan Group’s journey towards green development, as…
Triple Rainbow’s Impressive Financial Results and Technological Advancements in 2024
January 2, 2025 – Triple Rainbow Publishes Impressive Q3 2024 Financial Report Triple Rainbow has recently released its third-quarter report for 2024, revealing strong performance across its business segments. For the first three quarters, the company achieved a revenue of RMB 939 million, marking a 1.60% increase compared to the same period last year. Notably,…
ArabPlast 2025 Concludes Successfully with Focus on Sustainability
January 23, 2025 – The 17th Arab Plastics, Petrochemicals, Recycling, and Sustainability Exhibition (ArabPlast 2025) concluded successfully in Dubai on January 9th. The event was marked by significant achievements, including multiple cooperation agreements signed between UAE, Gulf region, and European petrochemical companies, totaling over 100 million Dirhams (approximately 200 million RMB), aimed at promoting the…
Rethinking Degradable Plastics: The Hidden Realities
April 19, 2025 – In daily life, many people harbor misunderstandings about “degradable plastics,” mistakenly believing that these plastics can be discarded casually since they will naturally break down. However, the reality is far from this assumption, calling for a renewed understanding of “degradable plastics.” Degradable plastics are not the all – encompassing “environmentally friendly…
From Upsyde to Biopolymers: Braskem’s Strategic Pivot in a Challenging Market
June 16, 2025 – Braskem Exits European Circular Venture to Refocus Core Business Strategy In a strategic realignment shaking the polymer industry, Brazilian petrochemical leader Braskem has withdrawn from its Dutch circular economy joint venture Upsyde. The surprise move comes as multinational chemical corporations increasingly prioritize operational efficiency amid global economic headwinds. AsiaMB industry analysts…
Revolutionary PET Biocatalyst Developed by Kyungpook National University and CJ CheilJedang
January 7, 2025 – A research team led by Professor Kyung-Jin Kim from Kyungpook National University in South Korea, in collaboration with CJ CheilJedang, has successfully developed the world’s most efficient biocatalyst for breaking down polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic. This groundbreaking achievement marks a significant breakthrough in the field of sustainable recycling. The research was…