Global Coatings Industry on Edge: Sherwin-Williams, AkzoNobel Vie for BASF’s Lucrative Coatings Division
June 6, 2025 – The global chemical industry is witnessing a significant merger and acquisition storm. The coatings business unit of German chemical giant BASF, valued at €6 billion, is set to change hands, triggering intense competition among global capital and industry giants. This deal is likely to be one of the largest industrial mergers…
Mastering Titanium Dioxide Standards: Essential Metrics for High-Performance Color Masterbatch Manufacturing
June 6, 2025 – As a critical raw material in color masterbatch production, titanium dioxide (TiO₂) quality directly influences the performance of final products. Industry experts highlight that whiteness, water-soluble matter content, dispersibility, and hiding power serve as the four core indicators for evaluating TiO₂ quality, each exerting a decisive impact on masterbatch manufacturing processes…
Sulzer and Sika Unveil 50-50 Joint Venture to Tackle Europe’s Construction Plastic Waste Crisis
June 6, 2025 – Two Swiss industrial powerhouses, Sulzer and Sika, have recently announced a strategic partnership to establish a joint venture aimed at driving technological innovation in architectural plastic recycling. This collaboration marks a pivotal stride for Europe’s construction industry in its transition toward a circular economy. Under the signed memorandum of understanding, the…
From EV Waste to Critical Metals: BASF Builds Full Recycling Chain in Germany, Cuts Carbon Emissions
June 5, 2025 – Global chemical giant BASF has launched commercial operations at its Black Mass plant in Schwarzheide, Germany, marking a significant breakthrough in its battery recycling portfolio. With an annual processing capacity of 15,000 tons, the facility ranks among Europe’s largest lithium battery recycling hubs, capable of handling waste batteries from approximately 40,000…
From Optical to Display Materials: Sumitomo Renames Departments, Signaling Focus on High-End Display Markets
June 5, 2025 – Sumitomo Chemical, a Japanese chemical giant, has announced a major restructuring plan for its ICT and Mobility Solutions business, set to kick off in July 2025. This strategic move aims to optimize resource allocation and enhance its competitive edge in the market, marking a significant strategic transformation in the company’s display…
PET Recycling Shines Amid Market Shifts: EREMA Highlights Steady Demand for Food-Grade Recycled Plastics
June 5, 2025 – As global economic volatility intensifies, Austrian plastic recycling technology giant EREMA Group continues to lead industry advancement through technological innovation. Despite market pressures, the company’s latest financial report reveals its global recycling systems processed over 26 million tons of materials annually, underscoring robust industrial resilience. In the realm of recycled materials,…
Graphene, Antibacterial Tech Lift China’s Recycling Sector
June 5, 2025 – Amid the global wave of green transformation, China’s renewable resources industry is embracing unprecedented growth opportunities. Driven by the sustained advancement of the “double carbon” goals, the waste plastic recycling and utilization sector has overcome technical bottlenecks, establishing a complete industrial ecosystem that achieves the high-value utilization of millions of tons…
Adidas, Nike, Decathlon Spearhead Recycled Polyester Revolution in Athletic Apparel
June 5, 2025 – As global environmental awareness continues to rise, the textile and apparel industry is accelerating its transition toward sustainability. Leading international sportswear brands are significantly increasing the proportion of recycled polyester in their products, driving green development across the sector. In the realm of athletic fashion, international brands have set a remarkable…
Titanium Dioxide Sector’s New Energy Ambitions Stall: CNNC Halts $530M Iron Phosphate Project Amid Overcapacity Crisis
June 4, 2025 – The cross-industry rush of the titanium dioxide sector into new energy has hit a critical turning point. In a recent announcement, CNNC Titanium Dioxide revealed plans to terminate its previously announced 3.82-billion-yuan project for a 500,000-ton-per-year iron phosphate production line, redirecting the remaining 1.666-billion-yuan raised capital into working capital. This decision…
Rare Earth-Driven Innovation Revolutionizes PVC Safety: New Smoke Suppressant Cuts Toxic Emissions by 60% in Fire Tests
June 4, 2025 – A groundbreaking functional additive based on rare earth elements is driving a technological revolution in the safety landscape of PVC products. This innovative material enhances the fire safety performance of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) through a unique chemical mechanism, addressing one of the most critical hazards in conventional PVC applications. In fire…