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Physically Reprocessed Plastics news
24 April 2026
Mitsui Chemicals, Idemitsu Kosan and Sumitomo Chemical cleared by JFTC for Sumitomo’s PP and LLDPE integration into Prime Polymer
MOU (Sept 2025) and definitive agreement (Dec 2025) formalize PP/LLDPE business integration; overseas antitrust reviews are ongoing and the deal will close after their clearance.
23 April 2026
Dow Q1 2026 results
Q1: Net sales $9.8B (-6%); volumes -2%; local price -7%. GAAP loss $445M; operating EBIT $154M. Cash from ops $1.1B aided by NOVA payment. Sadara equity loss recognition suspended.
23 April 2026
Tianjin Petrochemical’s First Domestic Slurry Pump Completes 4,000‑Hour Verification at Nangang Ethylene
Pump for UHMWPE slurry-process outperforms imports in tests; fixes clogging/wear in high-solid slurries, enabling localization, lower CapEx/OpEx and improved supply-chain security.
22 April 2026
Rompetrol Rafinare’s Vega Ploieşti starts 60%‑purity hexane production
Unit optimizations enable higher‑purity hexane suited for oil extraction, adhesives, paints and degreasing; ~150 t/day capacity, boosts extraction yields and shortens processing time.
21 April 2026
GENOX debuts J and X series shredders at CHINAPLAS 2026
Shows J Series pipe shredder for pipes to 2000mm dia/120mm thick with 6m hopper; X Series twin-shaft high-torque shredder for mixed/rigid waste. Offers turnkey recycling systems and global service
21 April 2026
Genox debuts J- and X-series shredders at CHINAPLAS 2026
Showcased a high-capacity pipe shredder for >2,000-mm pipes and a low-speed high-torque twin-shaft unit for mixed heavy waste; provides turnkey recycling systems worldwide.
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21 April 2026
Axens, IFPEN and JEPLAN validate industrial-scale textile-to-textile polyester recycling
Semi-industrial test processed tens of tons of post-consumer polyester textiles to produce BHET monomer, validating textile-to-textile chemical recycling and enabling circular polyester loops.
9 April 2026
Honeywell to boost fuel output and train operators at Dangote Refinery
Deploys digital automation, real-time performance monitoring and operator simulators to raise high-octane fuel output, equipment reliability and workforce readiness at largest single-train refinery.
9 April 2026
thyssenkrupp Uhde to build low‑emission 324 ktpa PET plant for KÖKSAN in Turkey
New PET line will use MTR continuous polycondensation to cut fuel+electric CO2 up to 30%, eliminate SSP, lower CAPEX/OPEX, train local staff; commissioning planned for 2028.
8 April 2026
BASF at Techtextil 2026 — Practical textile solutions
At Techtextil 2026: showcases include mass‑balanced & biocircular polyamides, loopamid recycling, advanced binders and resins, and stretchable, PFAS‑free microporous TPU membranes.
8 April 2026
Clariant showcases sustainable plastics innovations at Chinaplas 2026
PFAS-free PPAs for film extrusion and food contact; halogen/antimony‑free Exolit OP 1266 for 800V+ e‑mobility; rice‑bran wax food‑approved additives; titanium catalysts to replace antimony
1 April 2026
Reju secures €135m NIKI funding for Chemelot textile regeneration hub
Scale industrial textile-to-textile process converting hard-to-recycle polyester waste into recycled intermediates with ≈50% lower emissions, integrated into efficient, traceable circular supply chains.
30 March 2026
UBE obtains food-contact approval for UBECycle recycled PE/PA films
Accredited migration testing plus RecyClass‑certified recycling (following Paulowsky acquisition) confirm regulatory compliance and open use of mechanically recycled PE/PA in regulated packaging.
26 March 2026
ADNOC and OMV appoint executive team for Borouge Group International AG
Roger Kearns, Dr. Stefan Doboczky and Dr. Hasan Karam to lead; interim CFO until May 2026; supervisory board set; deal on track to close by end‑March 2026, forming a global polyolefins leader
26 March 2026
BASF pressure-sensitive adhesive for PET labels compatible with recycling
RecyClass-approved acResin UV 3532 PSA enables filmic labels to wash off in standard PET recycling, supporting high-clarity, design-friendly recyclable bottles.
26 March 2026
Dow launches 525 kV ENDURANCE™ XLPE HVDC insulation system
Fully cross-linked XLPE HVDC insulation and semiconductive system, qualified for 525 kV and 90°C operation, enabling higher transmission capacity and simpler cable manufacturing.
26 March 2026
OMV and ADNOC appoint Borouge Group International AG executive team
Appointed CEO Roger Kearns, CCO Dr. Stefan Doboczky, COO Dr. Hasan Karam; interim CFO Daniel Turnheim until May 2026. Appointments precede planned combination and acquisition closing by Mar 2026.
26 March 2026
BASF opens world-scale Verbund site in Zhanjiang, China
World-scale integrated chemical site with 2,000 staff; basic, intermediate and specialty chemicals; 100% renewable power; 1 Mt/yr ethylene cracker with e-drive compressors; up to 50% lower CO2; €8.7bn
25 March 2026
PureCycle secures €40M Innovation Fund grant for Antwerp PP recycling plant
Will build a 59,000 t/yr PureFive® polypropylene recycling plant in Port of Antwerp-Bruges (ASTRA PP), using P&G dissolution tech; targets 85% GHG reduction and EU regulatory compliance
24 March 2026
Sinopec Reports 2025 Results in Hong Kong
2025 results: revenue RMB2.78T; profit RMB32.476B; EPS RMB0.268; dividend RMB0.20/share. Oil/gas output rose; refining, chemicals and fuel sales grew; tech/digital advances.
19 March 2026
ADNOC and OMV advance formation of Borouge Group International AG
Agreement allows marketing of B4 volumes, adds ~$400M net over 3 years (~10% EPS accretion), supports 16.2 fils dividend, targets strong credit ratings; transactions close ~Mar 2026.
19 March 2026
Sinopec Wins Six Awards at 51st Geneva International Invention Exhibition
Two Jury Special Commendation Golds and four Golds; CO2-capture equipment also won a Special Innovation Award. Winners cover CO2 capture, heavy‑oil viscosity reduction, hydrogen and catalyst tech.
11 March 2026
Rompetrol Rafinare Launches New Polymer Grade
Rompetrol's new polypropylene copolymer targets automotive and food sectors, offering enhanced properties. Initial production reached 187 tons, with an annual estimate of 11,000 tons.
4 March 2026
Asahi Kasei Advance showcases high-performance nonwovens at Techtextil 2026
14 brands highlighted: LASTAN flame‑retardant fabric; Cubit PET 3D spacer (recyclable); Bemliese cellulose nonwoven for hygiene/cleaning; ELTAS binder‑free spunbond
2 March 2026
PPG, IPG Photonics, Whirlpool Advance Laser-Based Powder Curing
Laser curing offers faster, energy-efficient powder coating, reducing costs and environmental impact. Pilot trials underway to enhance productivity and sustainability.
27 February 2026
KazMunayGas 2025 Trading Update
Hydrocarbon reserves stable; oil and gas production up. Oil transport steady; refining and polypropylene output increased.
27 February 2026
BASF Advances "Winning Ways" Strategy Milestones
BASF boosts free cash flow, starts Zhanjiang plants, and cuts costs. 2025 EBITDA drops to €6.6B; 2026 outlook: €6.2-7.0B EBITDA, €1.5-2.3B free cash flow.
26 February 2026
PureCycle Technologies Q4 2025 Results and Update
Record production, revenue growth, expansion in Thailand and Belgium, and leadership changes. Gen-2 design shows cost efficiency. Financials stable with ongoing projects and debt management.
26 February 2026
Veolia Secures £1bn UK Waste Management Contracts for 2025
11 new contracts with UK local authorities boost Veolia's municipal services by 35%, supporting decarbonisation and resource preservation.
25 February 2026
Clariant Gains EU Approval for Rice Bran Wax in Food-Contact Plastics
EU approval allows rice bran wax additives in PET, PLA, and PVC for food-contact, offering a sustainable alternative to montan wax with lower carbon footprint and supply chain benefits.
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