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4D Printed PEEK Powers Self-Deploying Space Structures
4D-printed shape-memory PEEK replaces heavy mechanical hinges, enabling lightweight, self-deploying smart structures for next-gen space applications.
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Vietnam's Export Boom to the US: The Role of Chinese Firms
In recent years, Vietnam has attracted considerable attention as a potential major beneficiary of the 2018-19 US-China tariff increases, reflecting substantial trade diversion as exports shifted away from China (Alfaro and Chor, 2023; Freund et al., 2024). As shown in the left panel of Figure 1, US imports from China declined sharply after the 2018-19...
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Three Major Industrial Exhibitions in Hanoi Conclude Successfully, Driving Technology Connectivity and Smart Manufacturing in Vietnam
After four dynamic days from July 1 to 4, 2026, at Hall 1 and Hall 2 of the Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC), the international industrial exhibition series comprising the 14th Hanoi International Plastics and Rubber Industry Exhibition – HanoiPlas 2026, the 13th Hanoi International Printing and Packaging Industry Exhibition – HanoiPrintPack 2026, and the debut...
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Lubrizol and IMCD to Showcase TPU Specialties in Plastpol Including Halogen-Free TPU in Wire & Cable Applications
Lubrizol has announced that IMCD will be exhibiting Lubrizol's industrial thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) solutions at Plastpol trade show from May 19-22 in Poland. IMCD distributes Lubrizol's TPU across Europe through its regional network to bring together innovative materials with hands-on expertise, helping manufacturers navigate the challenges of rapidly changing markets.
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Laser-Weldable thermoplastics for photovoltaic enclosures
SABIC has launched NORYL V0150TW and V0150IR2 resins, described as the first laser-weldable thermoplastics developed for photovoltaic applications. The materials target solar electronics including microinverters, junction boxes and solar tracker systems, combining flame retardancy, weather resistance and laser-welding capability to support higher-volume production and long-term outdoor operation.
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Chemetall opens first Vietnam application lab to boost speed and support in SE Asia market
Chemetall, the surface treatment global business unit of BASF Coatings, has opened its first application laboratory in Vietnam's southern province of Tây Ninh near Ho Chi Minh City. This marks a strategic expansion in one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing industrial hubs.
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Malaysia records historic RM203.99b tax collection in 2025, says Anwar
In a speech read out by Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof at the Inland Revenue Board's 30th Hari HASiL celebration, Anwar described the achievement as a reflection of stronger governance and improved fiscal management.
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SunSirs: China to Become Sole Core Source of New TDI Supply Globally in Coming Years
On January 30, Covestro announced the completion of a major capacity expansion project at its toluene diisocyanate (TDI) production facility within the Shanghai Integrated Site. This upgrade significantly increases annual TDI production capacity from 310,000 metric tons to 370,000 metric tons, representing a nearly 20% increase.
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Grand Opening of Haitian Machinery's South China Headquarters
On December 29, 2025, the grand opening ceremony of Haitian Machinery's South China Headquarters was held in Shunde District, Foshan City. As a key milestone in the Group's domestic dual-center strategy of “Ningbo + South China,” the official launch of the South China Headquarters marks Haitian's deep integration into the development momentum of the Greater...
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Bun Lan invests USD 80M new factory in Mexico
Bun Lan Industrial Limited, a high-precision plastic component manufacturer headquartered in Hong Kong, has invested $80 million to establish a plastic injection molding factory in Delicias, Chihuahua, further strengthening the region's position in advanced manufacturing and the automotive supply chain.
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