Polyolefins news

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  29 September 2025

  Dow, Zermatt, Nature’s Variety: Recyclable Pet Food Pouch with Advanced Recycled Content

  New pet food pouch uses recyclable, food-contact compliant recycled plastic, aligning with EU 2030 targets and consumer demand for sustainable packaging.
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  25 September 2025

  INEOS Styrolution Receives First Recycled Styrene Monomer from Indaver

  Recycled styrene monomer enables sustainable, high-quality polystyrene production, supporting circular economy goals and reducing environmental impact through efficient depolymerisation.
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  25 September 2025

  Borealis Launches Recyclate-Based Polyolefins Line in Belgium

  The new line uses Borcycle™ M technology to produce high-performance recycled polyolefins, supporting circularity and sustainability goals.
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  25 September 2025

  MOL Group Sues Over Ethylene Cartel

  The European Commission condemned ethylene buyers for anti-competitive behavior, impacting MOL's sales. MOL seeks damages through civil proceedings.
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  23 September 2025

  Dow Introduces Non-Fluoropolymer Processing Aid for Film Packaging

  DOWSIL™ 5-1050 PPA enhances film processing, reduces melt fracture, and complies with EU and US food safety regulations.
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  23 September 2025

  Fullstride Ventures: Converting CO₂ Waste into Sustainable Foam for Fashion

  Captured CO₂ is transformed into eNaphtha, creating sustainable foam for bras, reducing carbon footprint and advancing circularity in apparel.

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  18 September 2025

  MOL Group Converts Plastic Waste to High-Value Products at Tiszaújváros Site

  MOL's pilot test converts plastic waste into polyethylene and polypropylene, advancing its circular economy strategy with ISCC PLUS certification.
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  17 September 2025

  UPM Adhesive Materials Earns RecyClass Recognition for HDPE and PET Label Recycling

  RecyClass approves RW85C adhesive for HDPE and PET recycling, enhancing recyclability and supporting circular economy goals.
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  17 September 2025

  Borealis and Partners' Circular Cup Initiative at K 2025

  Reusable cups at K 2025 reduce waste through chemical recycling and advanced molding, offering insights for future events.
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  15 September 2025

  UPM Adhesive Materials Unveils Label Solutions at Labelexpo Europe 2025

  Showcasing new logistics and consumer durables label solutions, UPM focuses on sustainability, carbon reduction, and recyclability at Labelexpo Europe 2025.
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  11 September 2025

  Borealis Unveils New Polypropylene for Battery Pouch Cells

  A new polypropylene concept enhances battery pouch cell efficiency, safety, and durability, supporting local material sourcing and aligning with EU battery initiatives.
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  11 September 2025

  Technip Energies Acquires Ecovyst's Advanced Materials & Catalysts Business

  The acquisition expands catalyst capabilities, boosts recurring revenues, and enhances R&D, offering integrated solutions and immediate financial benefits. Completion expected by Q1 2026.
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  10 September 2025

  LyondellBasell Enhances Suzhou Lab for Faster Innovation in Asia

  New lab equipment boosts compounding and R&D capabilities, supporting innovation in automotive, electronics, and consumer goods sectors across Asia.
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  10 September 2025

  Mitsui Chemicals, Idemitsu, and Sumitomo Chemical Plan Polyolefin Business Integration

  The integration aims to boost domestic polyolefin competitiveness, optimize production, and achieve cost savings, pending regulatory approvals.
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  9 September 2025

  PureCycle and Brückner Complete BOPP Film Trials

  PureFive™ resin, with 50% PCR content, matched virgin PP in BOPP film trials, producing films for food packaging and labels, now shared with potential customers.
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  8 September 2025

  Braskem Showcases Sustainable Innovations at K 2025

  Braskem highlights advancements in bio-based and recycled materials at K 2025, focusing on sustainability, circularity, and expanding its diverse product portfolio.
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  4 September 2025

  Borealis Invests EUR 100 Million to Expand Polymer Compounding in Austria

  The investment enhances PP compounding for consumer, mobility, and infrastructure sectors, supporting performance and sustainability goals, operational by late 2026.
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  2 September 2025

  ECI Group's Tech Chosen for Vioneo's Antwerp Facility

  A new Antwerp plant will produce 110,000 tonnes of green LDPE annually using autoclave technology and green methanol, aiming to lead Europe's shift to sustainable plastics.
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  1 September 2025

  LYB and Partners Develop Bio-Based Cosmetic Packaging Solutions

  A new bio-based film packaging for cosmetics uses LYB's CirculenRenew, aiding sustainability goals and reducing carbon footprints in the beauty industry.
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  1 September 2025

  Tegral Materials and Borealis Expand Distribution in Southern and Western Europe

  The partnership extends to Spain, Portugal, UK, and Ireland, enhancing regional coverage and offering innovative, sustainable polyolefin packaging solutions.
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  27 August 2025

  PureCycle Achieves APR PCR Certification

  PureFive™ resin receives APR certification, confirming its post-consumer origin. This supports a circular economy and meets rising demand for certified recycled content.
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  19 August 2025

  Vioneo Partners with Lummus for Fossil-Free Polypropylene Plant

  A new plant in Antwerp will produce fossil-free polypropylene using green methanol, renewable electricity, and hydrogen, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting sustainable plastics.
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  5 August 2025

  TECNIMONT Signs Tengiz Gas Separation Complex Project in Kazakhstan

  The Tengiz Gas Separation Complex will support the Silleno petrochemical plant, enhancing Kazakhstan's industrial growth with advanced gas and petrochemical technology. Completion by Q1 2029.
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  1 August 2025

  Borealis Partners with IMCD for Bormed™ Distribution in Americas

  Effective August 1, 2025, the agreement expands access to healthcare polyolefins in the Americas, enhancing service and compliance for medical and pharmaceutical applications.
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  31 July 2025

  OMV Reports EUR 5.79 bn Sales in Q2 2025

  Q2 2025: Strong chemical results, low leverage, ongoing Borouge integration, and green hydrogen projects. Energy segment hit by lower oil prices; Fuels & Feedstock affected by shutdowns.
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  30 July 2025

  Braskem's Bio-PE Cuts 470,000 Tons of CO2 in Japan

  Bio-based PE bags in Japan cut CO2 emissions by 3,900 tonnes annually, aligning with government sustainability goals and boosting demand for eco-friendly materials.
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  28 July 2025

  Borcycle™ M: Flexible Packaging Grade

  Borcycle CWT120CL, with 85% post-consumer recycled content, offers high-performance, sustainable packaging, meeting EU's 2030 recycled content targets.
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  27 June 2025

  Univation's UNIPOL™ PE Process Chosen for Nayara Energy's 650,000 TPA Plant in India

  The UNIPOL™ PE Process offers cost efficiency, flexibility, and technical support, enhancing production adaptability and operational performance for Nayara Energy's new plant.
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  16 June 2025

  Krah Pipes OÜ Utilizes BorSafe™ for Advanced Pipe Solutions

  Aging water tanks in Aarhus are replaced with durable, sustainable PE pipes, enhancing efficiency, reducing maintenance, and supporting long-term infrastructure reliability.
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  26 May 2025

  Borealis Invests EUR 100M in New HMS PP Line in Germany

  The new line will triple HMS PP capacity, supporting recyclable solutions in consumer, automotive, and construction sectors, enhancing sustainability and performance.