ADNOC and OMV in Talks to Form New Global Polyolefins Giant
February 16, 2025 – ADNOC Announces Positive Talks for Merger and Acquisition to Form Global Polyolefins Giant Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) officially announced on February 1st that it is engaged in active and constructive negotiations with OMV AG to consolidate their stakes in Borouge plc and Borealis AG, aiming to create a brand-new…
Efficient Polyurethane Recycling: BASF’s Innovative Patent Explained
February 16, 2025 – BASF Europe Unveils Groundbreaking Patent for Efficient Polyurethane Material Recycling BASF Europe has recently announced a significant technological innovation with the successful application of a patent titled “A Novel Method for Efficient Recovery of Raw Materials from Polyurethane Materials.” This patent introduces an unprecedented recycling process for polyurethane materials, marking a…
The Rise of Solvent Dissolution: A Promising Plastic Recycling Technique
February 16, 2025 – Solvent Dissolution Recycling: A Promising New Approach to Tackling Global Plastic Pollution As global plastic production continues to soar, with projections indicating a doubling by 2050, the associated emissions and annual waste plastic output are set to increase significantly by 2060, posing a major challenge to the global environment. Amidst this…
Indian Sugar Giant BCML Aims High with PLA Plant and New Leadership
February 16, 2025 – Indian Sugar Giant BCML Announces PLA Plant Expansion and Appoints Industry Veteran as Chemicals Business President Indian sugar industry titan Balrampur Chini Mills (BCML) has recently unveiled plans to construct a 75,000-tonne per annum polylactic acid (PLA) plant in Uttar Pradesh. With ambitions to scale up, the company aims to increase…
Carlsberg’s Zero Packaging Waste Initiative: Progress and Ambitions
February 16, 2025 – Carlsberg Reports Significant Progress in Zero Packaging Waste Initiative, Marching Steadily Towards Sustainability Goals In its newly released 2024 annual report, Carlsberg announced it has achieved remarkable results in its zero packaging waste initiative, making steady progress towards its sustainability objectives. The company has set an ambitious target to ensure that…
Balancing TPE Performance and Fluidity: Adjustments for Quality Output
February 15, 2025 – Mastering the art of melt flow regulation is pivotal in ensuring the quality and efficiency of TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) pelletizing and product manufacturing processes. So, how can one effectively adjust the melt flow of TPE? Here are some practical tips. Firstly, tweaking the oil-extended ratio of the base material serves as…
TPE Frosting Mystery Solved: From Causes to Formulation Adjustments
February 15, 2025 – TPE Products Face Frosting Challenge: Causes and Prevention TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) product manufacturers have long been troubled by the issue of surface frosting. This phenomenon, characterized by a layer of white powdery or frosty substance on the material’s surface, is primarily caused by the migration and crystallization of internal components. So,…
European Parliament Lowers Recycled Plastic Targets in ELV Regulation
February 15, 2025 – European Parliament Adopts Key Amendments to ELV Regulation The European Parliament has recently approved a significant report that introduces several modifications to the European Commission’s proposed End-of-Life Vehicles (ELV) regulation. This regulation aims to boost the circular economy in the automotive sector by increasing the use of recycled materials in vehicle…
Eastman Pushes Sustainability with RecyClass-Certified Resins
February 15, 2025 – Eastman’s Eight Copolyester Resins Receive RecyClass Recyclability Certification Eastman has announced that eight of its copolyester resins, along with their equivalent renewable material grades (Renew grades), have successfully obtained RecyClass recyclability certification. These PET resins, which incorporate recycled materials, demonstrate Eastman’s commitment to sustainability. Notably, six of the copolyester resins, specifically…
Invista’s Texas Technology Hub Launches, Boosts R&D Capabilities
February 15, 2025 – Invista Unveils Texas Technology Center, Bolstering Innovation and R&D Efforts Invista, a global leader in the chemicals industry, has announced the grand opening of its Texas Technology Center (TTC) in Katy, Texas. With a total investment of $13 million and spanning nearly 40,000 square feet, the TTC stands as a pivotal…