Specialty Carbon Black Producer Junyu Aims for Aerospace Market
February 27, 2025 – Inside the central control room of Xinjiang Junyu New Material Technology Co., Ltd., personnel are seen remotely managing critical parameters of large reaction furnaces through a state-of-the-art DCS system, ensuring a streamlined production process. Meanwhile, in the laboratory, inspectors rigorously sample and test carbon black products to guarantee that every batch…
PP or PC? Navigating the Best Water Bottle Material for Safety and Sustainability
May 14, 2025 -When it comes to daily hydration, the choice of a water bottle is a critical decision that impacts not only the safety of the water we drink but also our overall health and the user experience. Among the myriad of materials available, PP (Polypropylene) and PC (Polycarbonate) water bottles are two popular…
Reusable Cups: A New Trend for Sustainable Beverage Industry
March 7, 2025 – As the ready-to-drink beverage industry booms, consumers enjoy more choices, but the issue of single-use plastic packaging waste is becoming increasingly prominent. According to a report released by Free From Plastic, the total amount of plastic waste generated by China’s food delivery and new tea beverage industries annually reaches a stunning…
Guoen Chemical (Dongming) Resumes Production with Grand Plans
December 31, 2024 – Guoen Technology’s Chemical Revival: Asia’s Largest Polystyrene Line Resumes Production Guoen Technology Co., Ltd., based in Qingdao, has successfully injected new life into its high-end chemical new materials and supporting projects under Guoen Chemical, formally initiating the resumption of production procedures for Asia’s largest polystyrene production line. The project, formerly known…
Shanghai Yada Automobile Establishes Foothold in Europe and North Africa
February 19, 2025 – Lingyun Corporation has recently unveiled plans for its subsidiary, Shanghai Yada Automobile, to take a significant step in its international expansion strategy. The company announced the establishment of a new venture in Morocco, named Morocco Yada Automobile Plastics Co., Ltd. This new entity will serve as a beachhead for Shanghai Yada…
RadiciGroup and Lone Star Ink Agreement for Global Business Expansion
February 27, 2025 – Lone Star Fund XII, L.P., an affiliate of the US private equity giant Lone Star, has officially signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Specialty Chemicals and High-Performance Polymers business segment of Italy’s RadiciGroup. Since its establishment in 1941, RadiciGroup has grown from its headquarters in Bergamo, Italy, to become a…
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…
Ascend Performance Materials’ Chapter 11 Filing: Navigating Challenges in a Restructuring Nylon Market
May 6, 2025 – Ascend Performance Materials, a globally renowned producer of polyamides, made a significant announcement on April 22. With the strong support of key stakeholders such as some existing creditor institutions, it has formally submitted an application to the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, initiating the Chapter 11…
Exploring the Applications and Hurdles of Bioplastics in Australia
December 17, 2024 – As environmental awareness rises, the issue of plastic waste has become increasingly prominent, making the search for sustainable bio-based alternatives to traditional plastics a top priority. A recent research report released by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) highlights the challenges posed by unclear disposal labels for the widespread…
Global Plastic Pollution: An Urgent Call for Action
【Color Masterbatch Industry Network】July 26 news, Plastic and microplastics have pervaded every corner of the Earth, even entering the human body, and their massive quantity is far beyond a simple measurement of 1000 or 2000 tons. In fact, the global per capita weekly intake of microplastics is approximately 5 grams, equivalent to the weight of…