Revolutionary Plastic Decomposes in Seawater, Offers Pollution Solution
December 17, 2024 – Revolutionary New Plastic Developed to Combat Marine Microplastic Pollution In a groundbreaking discovery, a team led by Professor Takuzo Aida from the Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS) at the RIKEN research institute in Japan has successfully developed a novel plastic that is both durable and capable of decomposing in seawater….
Circular Economy Meets Infant Safety: Pigeon-Solvay Collaboration Unveils Sustainable Bottles
May 28, 2025 – Pigeon Corporation recently announced that it will incorporate Solvay’s environmentally friendly and recyclable Duradex™ PPSU ECHO material into its high-end SofTouch™ baby bottle series. This move marks a significant step forward for Pigeon in the sustainable development of baby products. Duradex™ PPSU ECHO, an innovative high-purity polyphenylsulfone material for food contact,…
China’s Calcium Carbonate Industry: A Global Leader Fueled by Resource Riches and Market Demand
October 12, 2024 – Leveraging its abundant reserves of limestone and calcite coupled with an immense market demand, China’s calcium carbonate industry has witnessed steady growth over the years, ascending to a prominent global leadership position. Particularly within the last decade, it has consistently maintained its status as the world’s top producer and consumer of…
From Lab to Market: CARBIOS’s 50,000-Ton r-PET Plant Powers Global Brands’ Sustainability Agendas
May 29, 2025 – In the global battle against plastic pollution, French biotech pioneer CARBIOS has achieved a significant commercialization milestone by sealing long-term partnerships with two international beauty giants—L’ORÉAL and L’Occitane en Provence. These collaborations will see CARBIOS supplying r-PET (enzymatically recycled PET) materials derived from its upcoming commercial-scale facility in Longlaville, France, marking…
RetourMatras & Ingka Investments Launch Pioneering Mattress Recycling Plant in France
May 21, 2025 – The circular economy sector has recently witnessed a significant milestone as RetourMatras, in collaboration with Ingka Investments—the investment arm of IKEA’s parent company, Ingka Group—has officially inaugurated its first-ever mattress recycling facility in Lacavalery, France. This marks a substantial step forward in the partnership’s commitment to advancing circular economy practices. Earlier…
The Multifaceted Role of Ores in Shaping Modern Industry
April 27, 2025 – As a fundamental cornerstone of industrial production, ores have long been an indispensable part of human societal development. These natural mineral aggregates, formed through intricate geological processes, can be categorized in various ways based on different criteria. Each type of ore, with its unique properties and values, is deeply integrated into…
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…
Epoxy Resins: A Multifaceted Wonder in Chemical Manufacturing
November 11, 2024 – Epoxy Resins: A Versatile Marvel in the Chemical Industry Epoxy resins have carved a niche for themselves in various industries due to their exceptional properties. Not only do they boast high strength, stiffness, and impact resistance, but they also exhibit low shrinkage, significantly reducing material deformation and cracking. Their corrosion resistance…
Precision Meets Sustainability: Amcor Launches Industry-First Custom PCR System
July 15, 2025 – Amcor’s Smart Factory Breakthrough Enables Fully Customizable PCR Packaging Solutions AsiaMB reports a game-changing development in sustainable packaging as Amcor completes its landmark smart factory upgrade in Nicholasville, Kentucky. The facility now boasts unprecedented capability to produce plastic packaging with precisely adjustable post-consumer recycled (PCR) content from 0-100%, marking a quantum…
Discover Innovation at KOPLAS 2025: The Plastics and Rubber Expo
January 23, 2025 – KOPLAS 2025: A Premier Event for the Plastics and Rubber Industry in South Korea The Korea International Plastics and Rubber Industry Exhibition (KOPLAS 2025) is set to take place from March 11 to 14, 2025, at the KINTEX International Exhibition Center in South Korea. Organized by E&EX Co., Ltd., this biennial…