7 Nov 2024
SABIC opens multi- million-dollar ULTEM™ resin manufacturing facility in Singapore to meet growing demand in Asia-Pacific
SABIC, a global diversified chemicals company, today announced the official launch of its new US$170 (S$220) million ULTEM™ resin manufacturing facility in Singapore, marking the company’s first advanced specialty chemical manufacturing facility in the region producing the high-performance thermoplastic, ULTEM resin. The new facility is a strategic move to support SABIC’s goal of increasing global ULTEM specialty resin production by more than 50%, responding to the growing demand from high-tech and manufacturing industries in the Asia-Pacific region, including Japan and China.
7 Nov 2024
Syensqo to showcase advanced portfolio of medical-grade polymers at Compamed
Syensqo, previously part of Solvay Group and a leading global provider of advanced performance materials and chemical solutions, is making its debut at Compamed 2024. Visitors will be able to explore the company’s full range of high-performance polymers for the healthcare and pharmaceuticals industry, including an advanced portfolio of Solviva® biomaterials for implantable medical devices.
7 Nov 2024
Clariant expands storage capacity in Sweden, supporting increased use of recycled mono propylene glycol for deicing products
Clariant is expanding its storage capacity in Scandinavia for the use of recycled mono propylene glycol (MPG), used in its aircraft deicing fluids. Two new storage tanks and a truck unloading station have been installed at the company’s Uddevalla facility in Sweden to increase capacity and optimize handling of the product.
6 Nov 2024
A new, safer solution with exceptional fire performance: Clariant’s Exolit™ AP 422 A
Clariant launched it’s next-generation melamine-free flame retardant, a safer and forward-thinking solution that provides superior fire resistance and meets the stringent demands of modern industries.
5 Nov 2024
Clariant brings innovative ingredients for minimalist beauty to the in-cosmetics Asia show
Clariant has returned to the leading personal care ingredient and formulation show in Asia – in-cosmetics Asia, this year with a strong line-up of high-performance ingredients boosted by the recent acquisition of leading high-value ingredient provider Lucas Meyer Cosmetics. Newly launched at the exhibition are Clariant’s Hostacerin CCT, Eclipsogen CAP series with Nanocon™, their patented encapsulation technology and Genadvance™ Series, in addition to Pickmulse™, Corneopeptyl and CycloRetin from Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant. Together they demonstrate how the minimalist beauty concept is perfectly executed with the highest degree of simplicity thanks to breakthrough innovation and years of formulation expertise.
31 Oct 2024
Belden to Showcase Complete Connection Solutions at SPS 2024
Belden, a leading global provider of complete connection solutions, will present a comprehensive display of its state-of-the-art technologies at the 33rd Smart Production Solutions (SPS) trade fair, taking place in Nuremberg, Germany, from November 12-14, 2024.
31 Oct 2024
SABIC teams up with iyris and Napco to create high-tech durable greenhouse roofing solution using TRUCIRCLE™ polyethylene for Saudi food production initiative
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, has joined forces with iyris (formerly RedSea), a sustainable AgriClimate Tech business and Napco National, a vertically integrated Saudi manufacturer of flexible film and packaging products, to create a high-tech durable greenhouse roofing solution using certified circular polyethylene from SABIC’s TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio. The greenhouse roof has been used in the National Food Production Initiative (NFPI), together with other leading champions from the public and private sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, designed to improve the sustainability of Saudi Arabia’s agriculture and food security in the region.
30 Oct 2024
Belden Announces New Integration with AWS IoT SiteWise Edge to Streamline Connection to Amazon Web Services Cloud
Belden, a leading global provider of complete connection solutions, is pleased to announce an integration of its CloudRail software functionality with AWS IoT SiteWise. CloudRail, which Belden acquired in 2023, enables cloud-based device management that allows users to roll out, manage and update edge devices globally. Its fully managed solution pre-processes data locally before sending it to any cloud. This integration brings together AWS’ data services and CloudRail’s protocol management software for brownfield and greenfield data acquisition, providing customers with a complete data solution.
29 Oct 2024
Introducing Mondi’s IntegoBag - building towards a more sustainable construction industry
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has launched an alternative to paper bags with a free film barrier layer used in the construction industry. The new IntegoBag simplifies recycling and is designed to transport building materials and ensure their shelf life through protective barrier coatings instead of a free film. Mondi’s FunctionalBarrier Paper provides the required moisture barrier to protect the content, significantly reducing PE content in its new solution.
28 Oct 2024
Perstorp Group appoints Ian Atterbury to lead its ambitious Animal Nutrition growth plan
Perstorp Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG), today announces new leadership within its Animal Nutrition business, with Ian Atterbury joining as Senior Vice President, effective January 13th, 2025
28 Oct 2024
Westfalia Fruit Showcased Sustainable Avocado-Based Paper and Packaging Innovation at Fruit Attraction 2024
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and other fruits, is committed to utilizing all parts of the avocado across the supply chain. As an example, they’ve developed a proof of concept for paper made from 25-30% avocado waste, demonstrating their efforts to minimize waste and maximize resource utilization.
25 Oct 2024
Mondi announces closure of Stambolijski paper mill following fire
Following the fire at Mondi’s Stambolijski mill (Bulgaria) on Tuesday 24 September 2024, the Group has announced that it will permanently close the mill.
25 Oct 2024
Westfalia Fruit celebrates first Hass avocado shipment to India
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh fruit, is proud to announce the arrival of its first-ever container of South African Hass avocados in India, which arrived on Tuesday, 22nd October 2024. This milestone marks a significant achievement in the company’s export efforts and the broader South African avocado industry.
24 Oct 2024
Clariant Oil Services Recognized by Petrobras with Suppliers Award for Health and Wellness
Clariant Oil Services, a leading producer and supplier of specialty oilfield production chemicals and services to the oil and gas industry, was honored with the Petrobras Best Suppliers Award in the Health category for its VIVAZ Program. This wellness initiative fosters positive habits and holistic well-being for employees and their families.
