Environmental Backlash Against Coca-Cola’s Changing Commitments
December 9, 2024 – Coca-Cola Faces Backlash Over Shifting Environmental Commitments Global beverage giant Coca-Cola has recently come under fire from environmental activists, who have labeled the company a “greenwasher” amid allegations that it has quietly abandoned its previous goal of achieving 25% reusable packaging by 2030. This accusation has sparked widespread public doubt about…
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…
Breakthrough HMW-PLA Project Launched in Henan Province
November 25, 2024 – A landmark agreement was recently signed in Zhengzhou between the Shancheng District Government of Hebi City, Henan Province, and Henan Biological Industry Group, marking a significant step forward in the field of bio-based new materials. The signing ceremony for the high-molecular-weight polylactic acid (HMW-PLA) demonstration project signifies a collaborative effort to…
Europe’s Advanced Recycling Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Color Masterbatch Supply
June 24, 2025 – Chemical Recycling Breakthrough Opens New Era for Masterbatch Sustainability AsiaMB Exclusive – Versalis, the Italian chemical giant, has inaugurated Europe’s most advanced plastic waste recycling demonstration plant in Mantua, presenting new opportunities for sustainable color masterbatch production. The facility’s revolutionary Hoop® pyrolysis technology achieves an industry-leading 83% conversion rate, transforming mixed…
Suntory Unveils World’s First Bio-P-Xylene PET Bottle in Japan
October 30, 2024 – In a groundbreaking move, Japan’s Suntory Group has announced the launch of an innovative PET bottle made from bio-p-xylene derived from waste cooking oil, starting November this year. This marks the debut of the world’s first commercially available PET bottle utilizing bio-p-xylene, a material that significantly reduces carbon dioxide emissions compared…
Ningbo Masterbatch Gears Up to Seize DuPont’s Vacated Share in Color Masterbatch Industry
April 7, 2025 – Global chemical powerhouse DuPont is currently under antitrust scrutiny, a development that could trigger a ripple effect across the color masterbatch industry, presenting structural advantages for Ningbo Masterbatch (SZ301019), a leading domestic player in the field. DuPont boasts significant technological barriers and market share in the color masterbatch sector, capturing approximately…
Tianjin Xinhecheng and Sinopec Catalyst Drive New Material Industry Forward
October 14, 2024 – Significant strides have been made in the new material industry with recent developments at Tianjin Xinhecheng Material Technology Co., Ltd.’s (Tianjin Xinhecheng) advanced material supply chain project and the Sinopec Catalyst Tianjin New Material Production Base. Tianjin Xinhecheng has secured a pre-approval for sea use from the Tianjin Planning and Natural…
Asia’s Automotive Industry Embraces Avient’s PCR-Based TPE Innovation
November 04, 2024 – Avient, a leading global supplier of specialized engineering materials, has recently announced the official launch of its reSound™ REC recycled thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) AF 7210 grade in the Asian market. This innovative product, which has already been successfully introduced in Europe, brings a new eco-friendly solution to automotive interior applications with…
Tianjin (Zhongda) Group’s Major Investment in Yangquan: First Phase Nears Completion
October 21, 2024 – A significant investment project in the outskirts of Yangquan, Shanxi Province, spearheaded by Tianjin (Zhongda) Group Co., Ltd., has reached a pivotal stage. The first phase of the Yangquan Jinwang Building Materials Factory, an automated production line capable of producing 1.5 million tons of calcium carbonate aggregates annually, is now undergoing…
Alcantara Superfiber: A Highlight in Xiaomi’s SU7 Ultra Luxury Car
March 14, 2025 – Xiaomi Unveils SU7 Ultra Luxury Vehicle, Featuring Alcantara Superfiber Upholstery as a Highlight Xiaomi has recently launched its SU7 Ultra, a domestically produced “new luxury car” that has captured the attention of many with its intelligent driving features and outstanding performance. Equally notable is the vehicle’s high-end configuration of materials, particularly…