Polycarbonate news

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  10 August 2026

  Covestro joins KOLLEKT to develop fully recyclable automotive lighting

  Three-year, €4.371m consortium will design headlamps for circularity using recyclable polycarbonates, AI-driven robotic dismantling and digital twins to enable industrial-scale plastics recycling.
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  7 August 2026

  LOTTE Chemical Q2 2026 results and restructuring push

  Posted KRW 5.6864 trillion revenue and KRW 110.1 billion operating profit; advancing Daesan and Yeosu restructurings and bringing Yulchon compounding plant into operation this year.
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  7 August 2026

  FY2026 1Q consolidated results

  Q1 sales and profits rose on higher methanol and polycarbonate prices, inventory gains and yen weakness; full-year guidance lifted and dividend increased, but methanol-price risk remains.
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  29 July 2026

  SABIC Q2 2026 revenue $6.62bn; earnings fall

  Q2 sales fell 5% Q-o-Q; adjusted EBITDA SAR 3.38bn; H1 dividend SAR 3.3bn; Fujian complex start-up expected Q4 2026.
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  28 July 2026

  Volkswagen fits ID. Buzz spoilers with PLEXIGLAS® (Röhm) Piano Black mold‑in‑color PMMA

  Mold‑in‑color PMMA removes coating, cutting VOCs, energy and water use; delivers Class A glossy, UV‑ and chemical‑resistant exterior parts produced with 2C injection‑compression.
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  23 July 2026

  Teijin and FUJIFILM Business Innovation achieve closed-loop recycling for multifunction-printer exterior parts

  An 80% recycled polycarbonate alloy resin is used to make remanufactured printer front covers with restored physical properties and white-color matching.

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  16 July 2026

  SABIC and Rongsheng sign PDA for Jintang New Materials project in Zhoushan

  Evaluating up to 50% stake in Zhoushan advanced-materials project; PDA sets framework toward a potential FID and joint development.
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  22 June 2026

  SABIC launches LNP ELCRIN DC0051RC1 — 75% PCR carbon-fiber PC compound

  75% post-consumer recycled carbon-fiber-reinforced polycarbonate compound with thin-wall UL94 V0 and non-halogenated flame retardancy for electronics housings.
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  27 May 2026

  Trinseo launches recyclable thermoplastic PC UD tape battery top cover

  Thin-wall, flame-retardant thermoplastic composite reduces weight, improves safety and recyclability for EV battery casings; debuted at CIBF 2026 and will appear at Battery Show Europe
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  27 May 2026

  Mitsui Chemicals’ mass-balance biomass plastics adopted for Toshiba molded transformers

  Mass-balance biomass plastics used in molded transformer parts and coils, compliant with 2026 Top Runner efficiency rules, support carbon-neutral value chains while matching petroleum performance.
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  30 April 2026

  Trinseo Q1 2026 Results

  Q1 sales $725M (-8%); net loss $116M; Adjusted EBITDA $53M; Free Cash Flow -$244M; ending cash/liquidity $114M; added $50M to revolver; charges $31M
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  23 April 2026

  POLYVANTIS Debuts PLEXIGLAS in India

  Adds PMMA and polycarbonate thermoplastics to the portfolio: high-performance alternatives for roofing, façades and skylights — durable, lightweight, low‑maintenance, UV/fire‑resistant.
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  6 April 2026

  Trinseo: The Node That Ran Out of Time

  Lender waivers expiring; missed interest; market cap far below debt. Costly M&A and validated PC/ABS dissolution recycling tech, but cash‑strapped amid energy shocks and no sovereign backer—sale likely.
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  31 March 2026

  Mitsubishi Gas Chemical to End Polycarbonate Production at Kashima Plant

  Discontinuing Kashima polycarbonate plant in March 2028 (120k t/yr) due to weak margins and oversupply. Domestic supply to shift to overseas sites; employees prioritized; financial impact under review.
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  13 March 2026

  Trinseo 2025 Q4 and Full-Year Financial Results

  Q4 net loss of $251M, full-year loss of $546M. Sales down 19% in Q4, 15% annually. Restructuring costs impacted results. Adjusted EBITDA stable in Q4, down $41M annually.
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  3 February 2026

  SABIC Introduces Biocompatible Materials and Fluoropolymer Alternatives at MD&M West

  Showcasing medical-grade thermoplastics, SABIC addresses performance and regulatory challenges, offering solutions for drug delivery, patient testing, and surgical applications.
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  8 January 2026

  SABIC Divests European Petrochemicals and Americas/Europe Engineering Thermoplastics for $950 Million

  The divestments aim to optimize the portfolio, enhance cash flow, and focus on high-margin markets, while maintaining strategic access and customer service.
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  17 December 2025

  Mitsubishi Chemical's DURABIO Used in Honda's New EV

  DURABIO, a bio-based plastic, is used in Honda's N-ONE e: EV for its transparency, durability, and reduced VOC emissions, eliminating the need for a coating process.
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  8 December 2025

  Covestro and Allmed Explore Recycling Artificial Kidney Filters

  A study aims to recycle polycarbonate from kidney filters, creating a circular economy model for medical devices with partners in the UK.
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  27 October 2025

  Trinseo Wins ARN Award for ELV Recycling Efforts

  Trinseo's sustainable projects in automotive recycling, including material recovery and policy engagement, earn recognition at the 2025 ARN Relatiedag in the Netherlands.
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  13 October 2025

  POLYVANTIS Launches Shanghai Technology Center, Expands Innovation Network

  The new center in Shanghai enhances product development, supports high-growth markets, and strengthens customer collaboration in Asia.
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  24 September 2025

  Covestro's Imagio® Integrated into Autodesk VRED

  Imagio® integration in VRED enhances design efficiency with photorealistic material twins, reducing time, cost, and errors in automotive design. Future updates will include simulation tools.
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  16 September 2025

  POLYVANTIS Unveils New Label Films at Labelexpo 2025

  New PMMA and PC films offer UV protection, anti-counterfeiting, and compliance with safety standards, addressing industry challenges in labeling.
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  19 August 2025

  Trinseo Launches Recycling Project in Zhangjiagang

  Trinseo invests $20M in a recycling project, enhancing Zhangjiagang's industrial growth and circular economy, supported by local government for high-quality development.
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  8 January 2025

  Covestro Expands Ohio Production Facility

  Covestro invests in Ohio to boost polycarbonate production, meeting U.S. demand in automotive, electronics, and healthcare sectors. Operations to start by end of 2026.
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  11 June 2024

  Recycling Tires into Automotive Plastics: Neste, Borealis, Covestro Collaborate

  Discarded tires are chemically recycled into high-quality polycarbonates for automotive parts, promoting circularity and sustainability in the plastics and automotive industries.
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  26 April 2024

  Kontron eSystems adopts WITTMANN integrated injection-molding systems

  Five automated IMD injection-molding cells for EV wall-box housings: high-quality decorated surfaces, sub-1-minute cycles, integrated automation/transport, clean-room handling and central material feed
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  15 March 2024

  Trinseo Considers Closing Virgin Polycarbonate Plant in Germany

  The potential closure aims to boost annual profitability by $15-20M. Demand softens, prices drop due to oversupply. Trinseo explores recycling tech, with a pilot facility in the Netherlands.
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  16 August 2023

  Covestro to Build Pilot Plant for Polycarbonate Chemical Recycling in Leverkusen

  A new process for recycling polycarbonates into monomers is being piloted, aiming to replace fossil raw materials and meet high-quality standards for applications like automotive and electronics.
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  15 May 2023

  Trinseo Opens Polycarbonate Dissolution Pilot Facility in Terneuzen

  The new facility advances sustainability goals by recycling polycarbonate from mixed materials without pre-treatment, aiding in Trinseo's 2030 targets and enhancing R&D capabilities.