August 4, 2026 - The new BOPP film line, based on LISIM echnology supplied by Brückner Maschinenbau, will be inaugurated in September.
August 4, 2026 - The ruling does not challenge the antitrust infringement but rejects Shell’s civil damages claim.
August 3, 2026 - The second edition clarifies further aspects of the EU rules on packaging and packaging waste.
July 31, 2026 - London-based biotech company Epoch Biodesign has acquired the polyamide 66 polymerisation unit in Blanes.
July 31, 2026 - Agreement signed to acquire Dutch manufacturer of large-tonnage, high-speed injection moulding machines for packaging applications.
July 31, 2026 - The US chemicals group is seeking €1.1 billion from four companies in its second damages action linked to the European ethylene purchasing cartel.
July 30, 2026 - PLA producer appoints CFO Roger Kempa as interim CEO while its board searches for a permanent successor.
July 29, 2026 - Restructuring measures and plant closures improve second-quarter results, although sales decline and polyethylene margins weaken again in July.
July 29, 2026 - The chemicals group reports higher sales and EBITDA, supported by cost reductions and improved plant utilisation.
July 29, 2026 - The first of two modules for Project ONE has arrived at the Port of Antwerp. The second is expected in the coming days.
August 7, 2026 - Barges are operating with sharply reduced loads as drought affects one of northern Europe’s main logistics corridors.
August 7, 2026 - The TRA has opened investigations into PET and S-PVC imports following applications from two UK producers.
August 7, 2026 - With a new ownership structure following administration proceedings, the UK recycler is preparing to relaunch its activities under the leadership of its founder.
August 5, 2026 - The Council of Ministers has approved a decree-law introducing mandatory compostability requirements for certain types of single-use packaging. Assobioplastiche has welcomed the decision.
August 5, 2026 - A new 50,000-tonne-per-year facility has increased the Chongqing site’s total capacity to 210,000 tonnes per year. The first batches have already been shipped to Europe.
August 4, 2026 - The new engineering thermoplastics company was created following Mutares’ acquisition of the Engineering Thermoplastics business.
February 11, 2025 - Production closures announced in Japan, Spain and Thailand as the company shifts focus from basic chemicals to specialties.
July 30, 2025 - Search for a buyer falls through; Chapter 11 exit slated for 2026 under the ownership of its principal lenders.
October 20, 2025 - Agreement with Manali Petrochemicals to acquire the UK-based manufacturer of elastomeric polyurethane systems.
March 28, 2025 - Capital Markets Day 2025 unveils restructuring plan for chemical operations in the U.S. and Europe.
February 2, 2026 - Financial restructuring completed under Redwood Capital’s control, with approximately €1.3 billion of debt eliminated and €349 million in fresh capital to support operations and future growth.
The World Packaging Organisation has established an annual event to highlight packaging’s contribution to safety, sustainability and economic development.
The Düsseldorf packaging trade fair will return in 2029 with a six-day format running from Sunday to Friday.
The plastics recycling exhibition and conference brought together industry players, policymakers and technology suppliers at RAI Amsterdam.
All key indicators remained negative in 2025, underlining the depth of the crisis facing the country’s plastics industry.
Visitor sign-up for the Milan triennial on plastics, rubber and composites begins in ten days.
A two-day programme in Amsterdam will address EU regulation, investment conditions and emerging markets, including polyurethane recycling.
With strong exhibitor interest and regional support, the event will remain at its traditional Lake Constance location for at least five more years.
The ‘save the date’ has been launched for the annual industry gathering, which for the first time will not be held in Brussels.
