9 Jan 2009
Discarded PET Bottles are Reborn as SABIC Innovative Plastics’ Valox iQ* Resin, Achieving Silver Cradle to CradleSM Certification
BERGEN OP ZOOM, The Netherlands – January 9, 2009 – The reincarnation of discarded polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic bottles into Valox iQ* resin from SABIC Innovative Plastics epitomizes Cradle to CradleSM design, an innovative paradigm from the internationally renowned sustainable design firm, McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry, LLC (MBDC). This approach, which replaces the less environmentally compatible “cradle-to-grave” model, aims to eliminate waste entirely by circulating safe and healthful materials within closed-loop systems of continuous reuse. To recognize Valox iQ 8280SF resin’s important contribution to sustainability and reduction of landfill waste, MBDC has announced that Valox iQ 8280SF resin is Cradle to Cradle CertifiedCM at the Silver tier. SABIC Innovative Plastics is committed to developing environmentally responsible solutions for its customers that offer high performance, high quality, and new material choices for achieving their sustainability objectives.
9 Jan 2009
Borouge to invest in China
Borouge PTE Limited being a leading provider of innovative plastics solution announced today the investment of a manufacturing plant in Shanghai China. Borouge has decided to press ahead with further investments in the key markets including China despite the current prevailing global financial crisis. The first phase of this investment include a 50,000 tons plant focusing on engineering plastics for use in the automotive industry. The plant will be set up in the Fengxian District of Shanghai.
19 Dec 2008
CHEMTURA RAISES THE PRICE OF METHYL BROMIDE BY UP TO 25%
Chemtura Corporation (NYSE:CEM) will raise the price of Methyl Bromide for emissive use, by up to 25% in all regions outside North America, effective January 1st, 2009, or as contract terms allow.
18 Dec 2008
Bio Base Europe is granted €21 million to become the first open innovation and education center for the biobased economy in Europe
Brussels, Belgium 18 December 2008 – On December 12, Europe, Flanders and The Netherlands have joined forces within the framework of an Interreg IV project and allocated €21 million to Bio Base Europe. Bio Base Europe is the largest Interreg project ever granted to the Dutch-Flemish border region. Bio Base Europe will build research and training facilities for biobased activities, in order to speed up the development of a sustainable biobased economy in Europe.
17 Dec 2008
Borealis presents value-added Bormed solutions at Pharmapack 2009
Borealis’ blow fill and seal (BFS) low density polyethylene (LDPE) products for healthcare packaging are back and taking pride of place among its comprehensive range of Bormed™ dedicated polyolefins at Pharmapack 2009, Stand E11.
15 Dec 2008
UTECH Europe 2009 registrations roll in, after organisers issue programme for world-leading polyurethanes conference
The first registrations for the UTECH Europe 2009 conference are rolling in, following the publication of the programme in September, and first signs are that this could be one of the most successful UTECH events since its founding in 1986.
15 Dec 2008
Rhodia’s Technyl® A 218W V30 Grade Obtains W270 Certification Becoming the Reference Material for Applications in Contact with Drinking Water
Lyon, France – December 15, 2008 – Rhodia has received the W270 certification regarding aquatic micro organisms for its Technyl® A 218W V30 grade. This essential standard for industries producing applications in contact with drinking water completes Rhodia’s existing range approved for food and water contact delivered by European and American regulatory authorities. Technyl® A 218W V30, a 30% Glass Fibre reinforced polyamide 6.6, is already known for its outstanding hydrolysis resistance and its excellent mechanical performances.
10 Dec 2008
Rapid Granulator Appoints New Distributors for UK and Ireland
December 10, 2008 – Effective 1st December, Rapid Granulator AB, the Swedish-based world leader in plastics granulation technology, has signed up J.L. Goor Ltd, Monktown, Dublin, and PL Machinery Services & Sales Ltd, Barton-Le-Clay, Bedfordshire, as its sole distributors for the Republic of Ireland/Northern Ireland and the mainland UK.
