Bekum presents advanced extrusion blow molding packaging technologies at interpack 2026, targeting pharmaceutical cleanroom applications, PET handle bottles, and high-purity industrial packaging markets.
Indorama Expands European Footprint with Strategic Titanium Dioxide Plant Acquisition The global chemicals sector continues to consolidate as Indorama strengthens its industrial presence in Europe. The Thai chemical group has acquired Venator’s titanium dioxide plant in Huelva, Spain, adding a major pigment production facility to its expanding portfolio. The move follows a series of asset…
The oil price has surged above $100 per barrel in mid-March 2026 as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East intensify, raising concerns about supply disruptions and global economic risks.
Europe rPET flake demand is strengthening as virgin PET prices rise, spot liquidity weakens, and regulatory pressure keeps recycled content firmly on buyers’ agendas.
China has reached a historic milestone by mass-producing T1200-grade carbon fiber, the strongest industrial carbon fiber ever manufactured. The breakthrough could reshape global supply chains in aerospace, robotics, and advanced manufacturing while challenging long-dominant Japanese producers.
Argos Packaging introduces sustainable high performance packaging films made from seaweed and recycled ocean plastic to transform fresh produce packaging in China, supporting recyclability, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
The CATL Rio Tinto partnership aims to accelerate mining electrification, expand battery recycling, and build a circular economy model for critical minerals in the global energy transition.
Russian oil shipments may return to the market quickly, but the numbers show they cannot offset the massive supply shock caused by the Iran conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Japan monetary policy signal could become the most important factor for global markets as rising oil prices, imported inflation, and potential carry trade shifts reshape liquidity conditions worldwide.