27 Jun 2013
Rob Duchateau wins DPI Invention Award 2013
SITTARD, the Netherlands, June 27, 2013 - On 20 June 2013 Rob Duchateau (47), Chief Scientist at SABIC and part-time Associate Professor at the Technical University Eindhoven (the Netherlands), received the DPI Invention Award 2013. Jacques Joosten of the Dutch Polymer Institute handed out the award during the biannual conference of the European Polymer Federation (EPF) in Pisa, Italy, from 16 to 21 June 2013. The award was granted for Duchateau’s scientific output in the last years and for his application of fundamental knowledge in polymer applications and properties.
24 Jun 2013
SABIC introduces the SABIC Innovation Challenge
Smart Polymer Materials
SITTARD, The Netherlands, June 24, 2013 - Strong chemistry is built on innovative value and long-term relationships. SABIC sees partnerships as key for its ambition to develop innovative solutions and materials. For this reason, SABIC launched the SABIC Innovation Challenge at the European Polymer Congress – “EPF 2013” in Pisa, Italy on 18 June 2013. The challenge focuses on high performance polymers that alter their properties when their environment changes. SABIC invites everyone with an innovative idea involving “Smart Polymer Materials” to join via its website www.sabic.com/innovationchallenge.
13 Jun 2013
Han Mertens wins Dutch National Chemistry Olympiad 2013
Award ceremony at the Government building, the House of the Provincial Authority in Limburg
SITTARD, The Netherlands, June 13, 2013 - 16 year-old Han Mertens from Malden in the Netherlands, a student at the Stedelijk Gymnasium in Nijmegen, has won the 34th National Chemistry Olympiad (NCO), ahead of around 4000 other participants. Three other competitors also shared in the prizes: Ronen Brilleslijper (JSG. Maimonides, Amsterdam), Christian Böhmer (Tabor College Werenfridus, Hoorn) and Ymro Hoogendoorn (Penta college CSG. Scala, Spijkenisse). The Dutch National Chemistry Olympiad is an annual competition between talented students of chemistry in secondary education from all around the Netherlands. The aim is to raise the profile of chemistry in secondary schools and to foster talent. The finals of the 34th Olympiad took place from 5 to 12 June 2013. SABIC, one of the world leaders in the chemicals sector, hosted the event at its European Headquarters in Limburg, in the south of the Netherlands.
11 Jun 2013
Plastics food packaging converters gain assurance on new regulatory compliance with updated polyolefins test information from SABIC
SITTARD, The Netherlands, June 11, 2013 - Companies in the food packaging chain using polyolefins (polyethylenes and polypropylenes) can now access SABIC’s new food safety and compliance declarations. SABIC is one of the first producers of plastics to the European food industry to have all its food contact declarations updated in line with changes to European Union regulations, three years ahead of the required 2016 deadline. These changes are intended to further increase the safety of packaged foods. SABIC has been required to retest all its polyolefins packaging materials to make sure they are compliant with the new testing conditions. SABIC provides hundreds of food contact declarations concerning its European polyolefins portfolio as an important service to its customers. The declarations are available on the European pages of www.sabic.com.
28 May 2013
National Chemistry Olympiad 2013 at SABIC
SITTARD, The Netherlands, May 28, 2013 - The National Chemistry Olympiad is an annual competition for talented students in higher education. The aim is to raise the profile of chemistry in secondary schools and to foster young talent. The finals of the 34th Olympiad will take place from June 5th to June 12th 2013. SABIC, one of the world leaders in the chemicals sector, will host the event from its European Headquarters in Limburg, in the south of the Netherlands.
7 Mar 2013
European Customers to Benefit from SABIC's New Specialty MD LDPE Film Grades Portfolio
SITTARD, The Netherlands, March 07, 2013 - To better serve customers in the packaging industry seeking innovative, high quality and sustainable materials, SABIC today announced a product range expansion to encompass specialized medium-density (MD) LDPE film grades - typically used for applications requiring high clarity and stiffness, such as collation shrink films. Production is taking place at SABIC's manufacturing facility in Wilton, Teesside, U.K., on the world's largest low-density polyethylene (LDPE) plant.
6 Mar 2013
SABIC once again awarded Top Employer 2013 in the Netherlands
SITTARD, The Netherlands, March 06, 2013 - On March 4, 2013, SABIC received the Top Employers 2013 Award in the Netherlands for the seventh time in a row. The CRF Institute identifies leaders in the field of HR and awarded this prize to SABIC after carrying out in-depth and independent research. The award recognizes SABIC's vision to be a market leader in the field of chemistry, in which top employership is a core theme. This award also affirms SABIC’s structural commitment to HR policy, leadership and strategy. The prize was awarded during an evening of celebration at the Okura Hotel in Amsterdam, together with the prizes awarded to other nominees.
21 Feb 2013
HDPE Blow Molders Set to Benefit from Increased Choice in Bimodal HDPE as SABIC entering the Market
SITTARD, The Netherlands, February 21, 2013 - Producers of blow molded bottles for household and industrial chemicals and for personal care will soon be able to benefit from an added choice in supply of bimodal high density polyethylene (HDPE). SABIC is readying facilities at its plant in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, due to start of commercial production in the second quarter of this year, with grades suitable for containers up to 5L. The same grades, as well as grades intended for jerry cans, drums and other large containers, will also be produced at one of the company’s plants in Saudi Arabia; production there will start in the third quarter of 2013.
13 Feb 2013
Healthcare market to benefit from SABIC’s broad plastics portfolio, headlined at Pharmapack 2013
SITTARD, The Netherlands, February 13, 2013 - One of the broadest portfolios of plastic medical products specifically developed to address the demanding needs of the healthcare industry can be seen on the SABIC stand (123) at Pharmapack Europe 2013. The portfolio spans a wide range of dedicated Polypropylene (PP) and Polyethylene (PE) products - recognized under the SABIC® PCG trademark - and diverse range of highly engineered and high performance resin products such as high purity LEXAN™ Polycarbonate based resins, NORYL™ Poly(Phenylene)Ether (PPE) based resins and ULTEM™ Polyetherimide (PEI) resins. “The portfolio enables our customers – manufacturers of e.g. syringes, injection pens, inhalers and other related healthcare products – to benefit from a unique and competitive "one-stop shop" offering for high quality materials, a real peace of mind experience” said Hery Randrianantoandro, Business Development Manager Healthcare at SABIC.
13 Feb 2013
SABIC Launches Portfolio of Antimicrobial Compounds at MD&M West to Help Customers Enhance Safety of Healthcare Applications
BERGEN OP ZOOM, The Netherlands, February 13, 2013 - According to a 2011 report by the World Health Organization, in 2002 in the United States alone approximately 99,000 deaths were linked to healthcare associated infections (HCAIs).¹ Here at MD&M West (booth #1701), SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business today introduced powerful new tools to help medical device manufacturers reduce HCAIs among patients and clinicians. SABIC’s nine new antimicrobial compounds featuring silver technology have been tested for log reduction values – the level of microbes eliminated from a surface – according to the ISO 22196-2007 protocol. They comprise one of the broadest antimicrobial portfolios in the industry and offer distinct advantages over off-the-shelf antimicrobial concentrates combined with third-party resins.
11 Feb 2013
SABIC and London’s Royal College of Art Team Up to Launch ‘VISIcON’ Automotive Lighting Program and Design Competition
LONDON, United Kingdom, February 11, 2013 - SABIC has announced the launch of a three-month research program and competition called VISIcON with London’s prestigious Royal College of Art (RCA) Vehicle Design programme. Under VISIcON, more than 30 post-graduate students from the department are researching and exploring how SABIC’s high-performance thermoplastic lighting materials and LEXAN™ polycarbonate (PC) glazing technologies can be applied in practical and creative ways to enhance the lighting and illumination of today’s and tomorrow’s vehicles. SABIC and the RCA previously collaborated in a 2005/2006 program called PLASTicon in which students developed car design visions based on innovative uses of plastics. SABIC’s sponsorship of VISIcON with the RCA speaks to the company’s commitment to continually innovate and help spark the creation of concepts with future global vehicle designers.
6 Feb 2013
SABIC Puts a New Face on Cosmetics Packaging at PCD 2013, Offering Customers a Broad Resin Portfolio, Pioneering Color Services and Support
PARIS, France, February 6, 2013 - Packaging requirements of the personal care industry are complex, ranging from regulatory compliance to extended product shelf life and from mechanical performance to aesthetics. To meet these diverse needs, SABIC is debuting its complete offering for cosmetic packaging today at Perfumes, Cosmetics and Design Packaging (PCD) 2013 (booth #P09-P11), bringing unmatched choice and the latest material technologies to customers. Not only is SABIC the sole supplier to offer both polyolefins and engineering thermoplastics in one portfolio, but the company is also adding significant value through its industry-leading color services, technical expertise and global presence. SABIC materials solutions can address the full range of cosmetic packaging needs, including bottles, jars, tubes, caps and closures, dispensing systems, airless covers and packaging for lipstick, mascara, foundation and powder. The scope of these capabilities provides a one-stop-shop to customers and demonstrates SABIC’s commitment to outstanding technical innovation and service.
