Polypropylene news

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  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
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  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.
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  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
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  27 February 2026

  KazMunayGas 2025 Trading Update

  Hydrocarbon reserves stable; oil and gas production up. Oil transport steady; refining and polypropylene output increased.
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  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.
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  23 February 2026

  Valio's Recycled Packaging Initiative

  By 2030, 80% of Valio's packaging will use renewable or recycled materials, with clear consumer labeling to enhance understanding and trust in circular packaging.

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  18 February 2026

  PureCycle and TOPPAN Partner for Sustainable Recycled Packaging Solutions

  They developed a snack bar wrapper with 30% recycled content, targeting thermoforming applications to meet regulatory demands without compromising safety or performance.
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  4 February 2026

  OMV Reports EUR 4.6 Billion Clean CCS Operating Result for 2025

  OMV's 2025 results show strong cash flow, low leverage, and improved chemicals and fuels performance, despite lower energy results. Dividend proposed at EUR 4.40 per share.
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  4 February 2026

  Borouge Reports $1.1 Billion Net Profit for 2025 with Record Sales and Operational Performance

  Achieved 37% EBITDA margin, record production, and sales. Focused on high-value products, cost control, and innovation. Expanded capacity and maintained strong dividends.
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  26 January 2026

  INEOS Introduces 70% Recycled Polymer for Cosmetics Packaging

  New Recycl-IN grade offers 70% recycled content, maintaining quality and reducing carbon footprint for cosmetics packaging, with FDA and RecyClass certifications.
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  22 January 2026

  Toray Introduces 160°C-Resistant Polypropylene Film to Reduce Fluorinated Film Use

  Toray's new OPP film offers high heat resistance and stability, reducing heat distortion and moisture absorption, ideal for IC substrates and carbon fiber-reinforced plastics.
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  20 January 2026

  Borealis Invests EUR 49M in Burghausen for Circular Polypropylene Expansion

  Investment boosts production of Borstar® Nextension PP, enhancing purity, processability, and recyclability, supporting circular design and compliance with EU packaging regulations.
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  15 January 2026

  Dangote Refinery Achieves 50m Litres Daily PMS Output

  The refinery sustains 50m litres daily, supports economic stability, plans expansion, and exports Euro 5 fuels. Local refining reduces import reliance and stabilizes prices.
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  8 January 2026

  Mitsubishi's CO₂ Plastics Move Toward Automotive Use

  CO₂-derived plastics are being tested in automotive parts, potentially cutting emissions by 75% and integrating into existing manufacturing without major changes.
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  7 January 2026

  Technip Energies Secures Contracts for BPCL's Bina and Mumbai Refineries

  Technip Energies to build polypropylene and Butene-1 units at Bina and manage construction of India's first PRFCC unit at Mumbai, enhancing BPCL's refinery and petrochemical capabilities.
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  24 December 2025

  Mitsui Chemicals, Idemitsu, Sumitomo Chemical Integrate PP and LLDPE Businesses

  The integration aims to enhance competitiveness, optimize production, and achieve cost savings, while focusing on sustainable, high-performance products in Japan's shrinking PO market.
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  17 December 2025

  Borealis Launches AI-Driven Borstar® Digital Twin Program

  The Borstar Digital Twin enhances efficiency, safety, and sustainability in production through AI, real-time monitoring, and predictive insights, marking a new phase in digital operations.
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  15 December 2025

  Borealis Among Top Circularity Leaders in BloombergNEF Ranking

  Borealis advanced to third in BloombergNEF's 2025 ranking, boosting circular capacity and launching key initiatives in recycling and innovation.
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  28 November 2025

  Borealis Earns Stellantis CSR Supplier Award

  Borealis was the only advanced plastics firm shortlisted, highlighting its leadership in sustainable mobility solutions and strong collaboration with Stellantis.
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  26 November 2025

  Dangote Partners with Honeywell to Expand Refinery to 1.4M Barrels/Day

  The partnership will enhance refinery capacity and product quality, expand polypropylene production, and triple urea output to meet growing demand.
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  20 November 2025

  Norsk e-Fuel and Braskem Convert Captured Carbon into Plastics

  The partnership explores using e-Naphtha to create plastics from captured carbon, aiming for circularity and reduced climate impact.
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  14 November 2025

  PureCycle and Churchill Container Win U.S. Plastics Pact Award for PCR Content

  The Run It Back™ line, using PureFive™ resin, won for its 100% recycled content, first used by the Cleveland Browns, highlighting a shift towards circular solutions in packaging.
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  11 November 2025

  LYB and Nippon Paint China Launch Closed-Loop Recycling for Coating Barrels

  The collaboration introduces a recycling system for coating barrels, turning used barrels into new packaging, enhancing circularity and reducing reliance on fossil-based materials.
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  7 November 2025

  LOTTE Chemical Completes Indonesian Petrochemical Complex, Expands in Southeast Asia

  The new complex boosts Indonesia's petrochemical self-sufficiency to 90%, enhances local economy, and integrates with existing facilities for cost efficiency.
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  6 November 2025

  PureCycle Technologies Q3 2025 Update

  Record production, expanded product portfolio, and increased sales pipeline. Ironton compounding to boost capacity. Thailand project progresses. €40M EU grant application accepted.
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  3 November 2025

  PureCycle Appoints Dr. Siri Jirapongphan to Board

  Dr. Siri Jirapongphan joins the board, bringing expertise in energy and Thailand's market. Jeffrey R. Fieler steps down after four years, having served as interim CFO.
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  31 October 2025

  LyondellBasell Q3 2025 Earnings Report

  Reported net loss of $890M, EBITDA of $(480)M. Cash from operations at $983M. Continued focus on operational improvements, asset sales, and cash management.
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  29 October 2025

  LyondellBasell Unveils Pro-fax EP410C Polypropylene

  Pro-fax EP410C offers versatility, strength, and durability for packaging and industrial applications, enhancing impact strength, cold durability, and melt strength.
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  28 October 2025

  LOTTE Chemical Launches Heat-Resistant Adhesive for Food Packaging

  The adhesive enhances moisture and oxygen barriers, maintains adhesion at high temperatures, and is now used in instant rice containers, with plans for broader food packaging applications.
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  28 October 2025

  LyondellBasell Names Polysaf Ltd. Distributor in Israel

  Polysaf Ltd. will handle customer interactions in Israel for LYB's non-medical products, enhancing service and support.