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21st Nov 2023

LyondellBasell will construct its first advanced recycling plant in Germany, using innovative MoReTec technology. Operational by 2025, the plant aims for net zero GHG emissions and a 50,000-tonne capacity. It will process difficult-to-recycle plastics, reducing environmental impact. The facility marks a significant step in sustainable polymer...

20th Nov 2023

Berry reported a decrease in FY23 net sales to $12.664 billion from $14.495 billion in FY22. Q3 FY23 sales were $3.087 billion, down from $3.421 billion. Operating income fell to $1.079 billion in FY23. International consumer packaging remained flat in FY23, while North American consumer packaging and health, hygiene, and specialties segments saw ...

17th Nov 2023

Effective January 1, Freudenberg will see Dr Andreas Raps become CEO, succeeding Dr Frank Heislitz, and Marco Altherr take over as CFO from Thomas Herr. The board will include John McNabb as CTO. Raps, a member of Freudenberg SE's executive council, was previously CEO of EagleBurgmann. Altherr, CFO of Vibracoustic SE, held roles at Freudenberg & Co....

14th Nov 2023

The JEC Group and EuCIA have signed a three-year agreement to promote composite materials in Europe, focusing on a net-zero future. This partnership will enhance networking, market intelligence, and industry-wide communication. They will co-produce the 2023 JEC Composites Sustainability Report and introduce new initiatives at JEC World 2024.

13th Nov 2023

Japanese firm Toray Industries reported a 4.9 per cent decline in H1 FY24 revenue to ¥1,199.4 billion, with significant drops in core operating income and profit. The company’s fibres and textiles segment saw revenue decline but increased operating income, while the carbon fibre segment achieved revenue growth and higher operating income.

13th Nov 2023

Edgewell Personal Care announced a 3.7 per cent rise in fiscal 2023 net sales, reaching $2,251.6 million. Gross profit increased to $938.4 million. However, Q4 FY23 saw a slight 0.5 per cent dip in net sales to $534.1 million, with a 1.9 per cent drop in organic sales. The feminine care segment experienced a 5.7 per cent decrease in Q4 FY23 sales.

13th Nov 2023

Lummus Technology and Citroniq Chemicals plan to open the first North American bio-polypropylene plant in the US by 2027 with a 400kta capacity. The project, utilising Lummus’ Verdene technology, marks a significant step in carbon-negative production. It aims to meet growing bio-polypropylene demand and support energy industry decarbonisation.

10th Nov 2023

The US Army has endorsed FiberTect, a dry decontamination system, found equally or more effective than water-based methods. FiberTect is a unique three-layered, nonwoven wipe with an activated carbon core, safe for skin and equipment use. Unlike water-based systems, FiberTect is more practical in diverse climates without the risk of...

8th Nov 2023

INDA’s 12th report on the North American Nonwovens Industry projects market growth till 2027, analysing key trends across all sectors. Essential for strategic planning, it informs on economic factors, market disruptions, and future trends. The report, alongside the Annual Study, offers a detailed view of the nonwovens market, from production to...