Mitsubishi Polyester Film has launched a new PET film line in Wiesbaden, increasing HOSTAPHAN™ production to 75,000 tons annually while advancing sustainability, recycling, and coating technologies in Europe.
After the Supreme Court blocks emergency tariffs, Trump considers Section 301 and Section 122 as alternative trade weapons, raising fresh uncertainty for global markets.
Brazil welcomes the partial suspension of Trump-era tariffs by the US Supreme Court, calling it a turning point for bilateral trade, investment flows, and strategic economic cooperation.
PureCycle Technologies and TOPPAN partner to scale sustainable packaging using high-quality recycled content in flexible films and thermoformed food applications, supporting global regulatory compliance and circular economy goals.
Sodium batteries reduce costs by up to 40 percent, improve cold-weather performance, and eliminate cobalt and nickel, paving the way for affordable electric cars.
Without the shale revolution, oil prices could have surged to $200 per barrel, driving inflation higher and reshaping global energy markets. A leading energy analyst explains how shale stabilized the economy and why future demand trends remain complex.
Peak Nano is developing biodegradable multilayer polymer films using NanoPlex technology to reduce microplastic waste while preserving high barrier performance for food and medical packaging.
Brent crude near $71.58 bbl and WTI at $66.33 bbl on Feb 20, 2026 reflect rising geopolitical risk premiums, mixed supply-demand fundamentals, cautious investors, and continued volatility.
Scientists develop a low-energy electrolyzer that converts waste syngas into ethylene, advancing sustainable plastic packaging innovation and reducing the carbon footprint of chemical manufacturing.