chemicals news

28th Aug 2024

Markku Koivisto is now interim EVP Americas of Suominen, adding to his roles as EVP EMEA and CTO, effective immediately. Thomas Olsen is leaving Suominen to pursue new opportunities. The company will start recruiting a new EVP Americas right away. Suominen's CEO Tommi Björnman thanked Olsen for his contributions to the Americas business area.

26th Aug 2024

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has launched the Energy First initiative to advance sustainable and recyclable fibre-based products. It will establish a pilot line in Jyväskylä and aims to reduce water and energy usage by up to 90 per cent and 50 per cent, respectively. Focus areas include scalable packaging solutions and cellulose-based...

23rd Aug 2024

Glatfelter and Berry Global have announced the director designees for the board of the newly formed Magnera Corporation, following the merger of Berry's HHNF business with Glatfelter. This nine-member board will include directors from both companies and the CEO. Notable designees include Bruce Brown, Michael Curless, and Samantha Marnick.

23rd Aug 2024

Essity's targets to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims for a 35 per cent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and a 35 per cent reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These goals align with the UN Global Compact’s ‘Business Ambition for 1.5°C’.

23rd Aug 2024

Andritz will supply Sioen Technical Felts with a complete needlepunch line for its Liège plant, enabling the production of heavy fabrics up to 3,500 gsm in a single step. It will enhance fabric quality and productivity by reducing delamination and handling. The DF-4 needleloom and ProWin technology will provide flexibility and precise weight...

22nd Aug 2024

BASF, PCPB, ICPPE, Syngenta have developed a new ISO 27065 certified protective garment for Kenyan farmers to enhance safety and comfort. The garment, tested for durability and comfort, addresses heat stress and aims to improve PPE adoption. This initiative, supported by local stakeholders, promotes safe agricultural practices and sustainability in ...

22nd Aug 2024

Hygienix 2024, beginning from November 18, will focus on ‘Driving Absorbent Hygiene Product Innovation’ with pre-conference webinars and workshops on key topics like Non-PFAS technology and AI in sustainability. The event will feature the Hygienix Innovation Award, with presentations from finalists on November 19 and the winner announced on November...

21st Aug 2024

First Quality Tissue is expanding by installing two Thru-Air-Dried (TAD) paper machines and converting facilities at a new site. The first machine is set to begin operation in 2027, with the second 18 months later. It will increase capacity, adding to their existing TAD machines in Lock Haven, PA, and Anderson, SC, reflecting their commitment to...

20th Aug 2024

Michelman is expanding its PFAS-free Unyte portfolio, which includes water-based surface modifiers for both woven and nonwoven technical textiles. As regulations against PFAS tighten, Michelman’s Unyte solutions support manufacturers in meeting new standards while maintaining performance, helping advance sustainability in technical textiles.