European plastic recyclers warn that low-cost imports and regulatory delays are threatening the continent’s circular economy, necessitating urgent implementation of robust recycled content calculation methods.
BoReTech has launched a new subsidiary in Pune, boosting India’s recycling capacity with advanced PET recycling machinery, local manufacturing, engineering services, and long-term industry support.
KARL MAYER and Lenzing unveil a strategic collaboration advancing warp knitting with scalable cellulose fibers, improving fabric performance while supporting sustainability and industrial efficiency.
Rieter completes the acquisition of Barmag, creating the world’s leading system provider for natural and synthetic fibers and strengthening its technology leadership in Asia.
China has transformed itself into a self-sufficient scientific superpower, but its declining reliance on international training may reshape global science collaboration in profound ways.
In a major shift in US-India relations, President Trump announced a new trade framework lowering tariffs to 18% and tying India’s energy purchases to a broader diplomatic pact. The move aims to reshape bilateral commerce and global trade dynamics.
Europe’s energy transition needs long-duration storage. Italy’s hydrogen-manganese battery positions the continent as a green battery factory for renewable energy security.
As of February 7, 2026, oil price momentum has weakened with Brent near $66.21 per barrel and WTI around $62.13 per barrel, driven by easing geopolitical tensions, ample supply, and mixed demand signals.
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