Game-Changer for Circular Economy: China’s Mixed Plastic Recycling Plant Goes Operational
July 15, 2025 – China Achieves World-Leading Breakthrough in Mixed Plastic Waste Recycling Technology AsiaMB reports a revolutionary advancement in plastic recycling as Guangdong Dongyue Chemical, a subsidiary of Huicheng Environmental Protection, successfully commissions the world’s first 200,000-ton-per-year mixed plastic pyrolysis facility. This milestone establishes China as a global leader in advanced plastic waste treatment…
UAE Industrial Show Becomes Key Gateway for China’s Plastic & Machinery Sector
July 15, 2025 – Chinese Industrial Machinery Firms Target Middle East Expansion Through Dubai Trade Show AsiaMB reports growing interest from Chinese manufacturers in Middle Eastern markets as preparations intensify for the 19th UAE Industrial Equipment & Intermediate Products Exhibition. Scheduled for December 17-19 at Dubai World Trade Centre, the event organized by Messe Frankfurt…
High Costs Force Chemical Giants to Abandon European Production Facilities
July 15, 2025 – European Chemical Industry Undergoes Major Restructuring as Production Shifts Accelerate The European chemical sector is witnessing a historic transformation as multinational corporations implement sweeping operational changes across the continent. AsiaMB’s industry analysis reveals this restructuring wave is reshaping the global chemical landscape, with particular implications for color masterbatch and polymer compound…
Bio-Based Plastics Excluded as EU Adjusts Recycled Material Targets for Vehicles
July 15, 2025 – EU’s Revised ELV Regulation Sparks Industry Debate Over Recycled Plastic Targets Brussels – The European Parliament’s recent decision to lower mandatory recycled plastic content in new vehicles has ignited intense discussions across the plastics value chain. Lawmakers voted 79-27 to reduce the target from initially proposed 25% to 20%, with 15%…
From Shortage to Stability: The New Era of Global Vitamin A Supply
July 5, 2025 – Vitamin A Supply Chain Stabilizes as BASF Resumes Full Production The global vitamin A market is witnessing a significant recovery as BASF’s Ludwigshafen facility completes its restoration process, marking the end of supply constraints that have impacted multiple industries for nearly twelve months. The German chemical giant has officially lifted force…
Tongkun Holding’s $28M Bet: A Closer Look at Asia’s Newest Masterbatch Plant
July 5, 2025 – Zhejiang Youze Materials Unveils Cutting-Edge Masterbatch Production Facility AsiaMB Exclusive – A new era in color masterbatch manufacturing has begun at Zhejiang Youze Materials Technology’s Shimen Industrial Park complex. The company’s recently commissioned production line combines international technology with domestic innovation to create a world-class manufacturing operation. The facility features three…
From Farm to Factory: Baotou’s Rare Earth Innovations Break New Ground
July 5, 2025 – Rare Earth Innovation Blooms in China’s Agricultural Revolution In the heart of Inner Mongolia, a quiet agricultural transformation is underway at Guochuang Xipin Technology’s plant factory. The company’s pioneering rare earth-based lighting systems are redefining controlled environment agriculture through spectral science. Key Technological Breakthroughs: “The lanthanum-cerium doped materials in our films…
Vietnam Emerges as Polyurethane Hub with Tosoh’s Major Production Push
July 5, 2025 – Tosoh Corporation Accelerates Southeast Asian Expansion with Strategic Polyurethane Investments Japanese chemical giant Tosoh Corporation is implementing a bold transformation of its polyurethane business, with two major developments reshaping its global production network: “These moves reflect our pivot toward high-value segments and emerging markets,” said Tosoh’s Polyurethane Division Director Kenji Sato….
The EVOH Revolution: Why This Barrier Material is Outpacing Traditional Plastics
July 5, 2025 – EVOH Barrier Materials Market Enters New Growth Phase Amid Global Capacity Expansion The high-performance packaging materials sector is undergoing a significant transformation as demand for ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer (EVOH) resins surges across multiple industries. With its unparalleled gas barrier properties, EVOH has become the material of choice for food packaging, pharmaceutical…
Beyond Fashion: How Chanel’s Nevold is Redefining Sustainable Luxury
July 5, 2025 – Chanel Launches Game-Changing Circular Materials Platform for Luxury Sector In a bold move that could redefine sustainable luxury, Chanel has unveiled Nevold – an ambitious B2B materials innovation platform with an initial investment ranging between €50-80 million. This strategic initiative positions the French fashion house at the forefront of circular economy…