Machinery Glendenning Plastics announces its Borche BU1800-V two-platen machine is in full production The new addition will help the company meet the capacity and technical capability requirements associated with the rising demand for large-format mouldings. By Rhiannon Temporal / 25 Feb 2026
Recycling & Waste Management Amcor’s polypropylene cups are recognised as widely recyclable Over 60% of US households have access to PP recycling either via curbside or drop-off programs. By Rhiannon Temporal / 25 Feb 2026
Materials Biesterfeld will showcase its composites and tooling portfolio at JEC World 2026 The company will also be conducting live demonstrations of Roboze and Lynxter’s 3D printers. By Rhiannon Temporal / 24 Feb 2026
People & Appointments ARBURG Belgium appoints Ben Mechelmans as its new Managing Director Mechelmans is hoping to strengthen the company’s position in the local market. By Rhiannon Temporal / 24 Feb 2026
Research & Development Lubrizol celebrates the inauguration of its Innovation Centre in Shanghai During the inauguration, the company introduced two innovations for medical devices and pharmaceutical applications. By Rhiannon Temporal / 24 Feb 2026
Materials Covestro unveils its CQ-Configurator for polyurethane value chain partners The tool can be used in both flexible and rigid foam applications. By Rhiannon Temporal / 23 Feb 2026
Mergers & Acquisitions FirmaPak acquires Easy Plastic Containers Corporation The move broadens the company’s reach into Canada. By Rhiannon Temporal / 23 Feb 2026
Mergers & Acquisitions ORBIS acquires Robinson Industries As a result of the acquisition, ORBIS will gain Robinson’s two manufacturing facilities in Michigan. By Rhiannon Temporal / 20 Feb 2026
Materials INVISTA partners with Epoch Biodesign to develop post-consumer recycled nylon 6,6 The collaboration will combine Epoch’s AI-engineered recycling enzymes with INVISTA’s polymerisation expertise and footprint. By Rhiannon Temporal / 20 Feb 2026
Collaborations Biesterfeld expands its partnership with Nouryon The company has obtained the distribution rights for the KROMASIL product range in Europe, aside from the UK and Ireland. By Rhiannon Temporal / 19 Feb 2026
Materials INEOS launches Recycl-IN hybrid polymer grade The polymer grade contains 70% recycled material. By Rhiannon Temporal / 19 Feb 2026
Medical Rosti North America opens new ISO Class 8 cleanrooms The new facilities will be used for medical manufacturing at the company's Wisconsin and Utah premises. By Rhiannon Temporal / 19 Feb 2026
