3 Feb 2026
At MD&M West SABIC debuts biocompatible materials and fluoropolymer alternatives, and demonstrates rapid application development
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, is showcasing at MD&M West 2026 medical-grade thermoplastics that help address performance, regulatory and production challenges. The company is exhibiting at Booth #3251 specialty materials well-suited for use in drug delivery, patient testing and surgery. SABIC is unveiling a new family of polycarbonate (PC) copolymers certified under UL746G, and new biocompatible SILTEM™ HU resins, which can potentially replace fluoropolymers in medical tubing. It is also illustrating its multi-prong approach to helping global customers accelerate application development through plastic design, prototyping, testing and processing services.
29 Jan 2026
Beaulieu International Group announces acquisition of company IFG Asota GMBH, strengthening its global fibres leadership
Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) today announces it has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire all shares of IFG Asota GMBH, an Austria-based fibre company and a key player in the global synthetic staple fibres market. This strategic acquisition strengthens Beaulieu’s Fibres Division (BFI) and marks an important step in its ambition to become the world’s most trusted partner for sustainable nonwoven solutions.
28 Jan 2026
Archroma makes its first appearance at IILF with advance leather solutions
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, will participate for the first time in a dedicated leather industry tradeshow when it joins the 39th India International Leather Fair (IILF) from 1–3 February.
27 Jan 2026
Why antimony no longer works for modern adhesives
The changing landscape of flame retardant technology
Fire safety remains a critical concern across industries, with adhesives playing an essential but often overlooked role in preventing ignition, limiting flame spread, and reducing heat release during fire events. For decades, antimony trioxide (ATO) in combination with halogenated flame retardants has been an industry standard additive in adhesive formulations. However, significant market shifts and regulatory pressures are driving manufacturers to seek more sustainable alternatives.
20 Jan 2026
Beaulieu Fibres awarded EcoVadis Platinum, strengthening its position as a trusted partner for sustainable fibre solutions
Beaulieu Fibres has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum Medal, placing the company among the top 1% of more than 130.000 companies assessed worldwide.
19 Jan 2026
Devan Unveils Innovative Textile Solutions to Enhance Comfort during Sleep at Heimtextil 2026
From 13 to 16 January 2026, Devan was exhibiting at Heimtextil in Frankfurt, the world’s leading international trade fair for home and contract textiles. The event brought together key players from across the global textile value chain, providing the ideal platform for Devan to present its latest innovations.
14 Jan 2026
Mondi recognised with nine WorldStar Awards for packaging innovation
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, announces that nine of its innovative packaging solutions have received WorldStar Packaging Awards 2026. Organised annually by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO), the awards celebrate outstanding achievements in packaging design, technology and sustainability across the globe.
14 Jan 2026
Archroma and HeiQ partner to bring revolutionary antimicrobial and odor-control solutions to textile industry
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, and HeiQ, a Swiss deeptech materials innovator active in functional textiles and sustainable fibers, have entered into a co-marketing agreement that combines their complementary strengths to deliver advanced, planet-conscious anti-odor and antimicrobial technologies to brands, retailers, and textile mills worldwide.
