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Polymers
Material solutions for a circular plastics industry
How can fossil-based raw materials be replaced, plastic waste be used as a feedstock, property profiles be expanded, and new material systems be reliably integrated into existing production processes? At Fakuma 2026, the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP will showcase developments in recyclable and bio-based plastics, chemical recycling, functional polymers, and bio-based carbon...
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Evonik develops new biodegradable excipients for oral drug delivery
Evonik is developing a novel biodegradable polymer platform that will form the basis for the next generation of its EUDRAGIT® functional excipients for oral drug delivery. The polymers combine a biodegradable end-of-life profile with performance comparable to today’s industry standards for solubility enhancement and delayed-release coatings. Material is currently available in non-commercial lab-scale volumes for...
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Syensqo brings aromatic compounding capability to India
New line at Panoli site will support growing automotive demand with flexible, local sourcing. Syensqo, a global leader in high-performance materials, is investing in a new compounding line for high-performance aromatic polymers at its Panoli site in India, strengthening its ability to serve customers in one of the world's fastest-growing automotive markets.
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NexPoint launches as engineering thermoplastics firm
NexPoint Materials has begun operating as a standalone engineering thermoplastics company following its acquisition from SABIC's Engineering Thermoplastics business by Mutares SE & Co. KGaA.
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Syensqo advanced materials power US Army's MV-75 Cheyenne Jul 16, 2026
Syensqo's composite, adhesive and specialty polymer solutions contribute to next-generation vertical lift aircraft, enhancing speed, range and survivability. .
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Plastribution's Polymer Price Know-How: July 2026
In the July Price Know‑How, Plastribution reports that polymer markets continue to soften despite firmer crude oil values. Even with Brent averaging just above $100 per barrel, PE and PP prices have fallen sharply as the surge in stock‑building earlier in the year left converters with limited requirements. The easing of US–Iran hostilities and the...
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-1 Day to PLAST 2026
The wait is almost over. See you tomorrow at Hall 09 – Stand B122 to discuss new opportunities in recycling, compounding, and technical polymers.
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Meet Combitech Italia at PLAST 2026
From June 9–12, our team will be at Fiera Milano Rho to discuss recycling, compounding and trading opportunities in engineering plastics and elastomers.
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German exports to flatline this year amid Middle East uncertainty, says chambers of commerce
Uncertainty is becoming a business variable. A recent survey of German companies operating internationally shows growing concerns over energy costs, supply chain disruptions, and raw material availability.
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LyondellBasell completes sale of select European strategic assessment assets
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) today announced that it has successfully completed the sale of select European olefins and polyolefins assets, and the associated business and corporate functions, to AEQUITA as a key milestone in the company's European strategic assessment. The transaction follows completion of required employee information and consultation processes and satisfaction of customary regulatory and...
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