China is accelerating beyond electric vehicles with advanced diesel technology, as new engines promise major efficiency gains and signal a strategic shift in global automotive competition.
European recycled PET is under severe pressure from low prices, rising imports and regulatory uncertainty, raising concerns over recycling capacity, investment security and EU circular economy objectives.
RadiciGroup High Performance Polymers celebrates 20 years in India at Plastindia 2026, showcasing sustainable high performance polymers for mobility, E/E, transport and industrial applications.
Amcor and Spadel launch a new recyclable and accessible tethered cap for Wattwiller water, aligning EU regulations, sustainability targets, and inclusive packaging design.
The oil price weakened on February 2, 2026, with Brent near $66.20 and WTI around $62.10, as easing US-Iran tensions, oversupply concerns and cautious investor sentiment weighed on markets.geopolitical dynamics and investor sentiment affecting markets and the global economy.
Synthetic BOPLA film has reached stable large-scale production, passing EU biodegradability certifications and strengthening China’s position in high-end, low-carbon packaging materials.
Turkey’s textile industry faces a deepening crisis as factories close, workers lose jobs, and exports shrink under inflation, high costs, and fierce competition from Asia.
Dow is defending polyethylene price hikes amid global layoffs, weak margins, and soft export demand, betting on maintenance outages, feedstock dynamics, and long-term gas advantages.
A potential leadership shift at the Federal Reserve sends a powerful signal to markets, exposing Europe to dollar strength, volatile yields, and a fragile monetary balance.