Sulzer and Vitol’s WPU Advance Chemical Recycling in Rotterdam
Sulzer will supply PyroCon technology for Vitol’s WPU chemical recycling plant in Rotterdam, designed to process 80,000 tonnes of plastic waste yearly.
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India Extends Anti-Dumping Duty on Chinese PET Resin for Five Years – Polymer Price Trends
India has renewed anti-dumping protection on Chinese bottle-grade PET resin, extending a $200.66/t duty for five years after DGTR found continued dumping, rising imports and price undercutting.
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Epoch Biodesign Builds London Nylon 6,6 Recycling Plant
Epoch Biodesign’s planned London demonstration plant could mark a turning point for nylon 6,6 recycling, bringing AI-engineered enzymes closer to commercial-scale circular materials production.
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Hengli Petrochemical’s PTA Expansion Strengthens China’s Polyester Supply Chain
Hengli Petrochemical’s PTA expansion highlights how China’s integrated refiners are reshaping the polyester value chain, linking crude, aromatics, PTA, PET and fibers into a cost-driven industrial platform.
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US-Iran War and Oil Prices: Brent at $93, WTI Near $90
Oil prices remain elevated as the US-Iran conflict and uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz continue to affect global energy supplies. Brent crude is trading near $93 per barrel while WTI remains around $90. This analysis examines the latest developments and the outlook for oil markets.
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traceless Launches World’s First Industrial Facility for a Natural Plastic Alternative
traceless has inaugurated the world’s first industrial-scale production facility dedicated to a natural plastic alternative made from agricultural residues. The Hamburg plant aims to accelerate the transition away from fossil-based plastics while supporting Europe’s circular bioeconomy ambitions.
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Plastipak’s O2Blox Technology Brings New Momentum to PET Recycling
As packaging regulations become stricter worldwide, Plastipak’s O2Blox technology offers a solution to a long-standing challenge: preserving food and beverage quality while ensuring PET packaging remains fully compatible with modern recycling systems.
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Teijin Frontier and Asahi Kasei Reveal TA Frontier Ahead of 2026 Business Integration
Teijin Frontier and Asahi Kasei Advance will integrate operations under the new company name TA Frontier Co., Ltd. from October 1, 2026, aiming to strengthen growth across textiles, industrial materials and resin products.
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ContiTech Restructuring Agreement Supports Future Industrial Competitiveness
The ContiTech restructuring agreement with German unions outlines workforce reductions, operational changes, and strategic investments designed to improve competitiveness and prepare the business for future industrial transformation.
