Raw Materials

31st Jul 2023

Braskem, located in Brazil, has increased the production capacity of its bio-based ethylene plant by 30 per cent through an $87 million investment. The plant now operates at 260,000 tons/year and produces bio-based ethylene from sugarcane-based ethanol, contributing to carbon neutrality. Braskem aims to produce one million tons of biopolymers by...

26th Jul 2023

HB Fuller aims to decrease energy, greenhouse gas emissions, waste, and water intensity by 20 per cent and 10 per cent respectively by 2025. As of 2022, the company is on track with these sustainability goals. HB Fuller also published its Scope 3 GHG emissions for the first time and implemented a real-time sustainability data platform across...

12th Jul 2023

US-based Conagen has developed a debondable textile adhesive made from sustainable and natural biomolecules. The adhesive allows for quick and efficient correction of errors during clothing production, reducing material waste and costs. It also enables efficient material separation during textile recycling, contributing to a circular economy.

12th Jul 2023

The TRA has initiated a scope review regarding countervailing measures on continuous filament glass fibre products imported from Egypt. GRP Solutions Ltd has applied for the removal of duties on mats made of glass fibre filaments from Egypt. The TRA has found sufficient evidence to warrant a scope review and will publish its recommendation.

11th Jul 2023

Fiberpartner and Pond Global are partnering to produce and market bio-based plastic staple fibres, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional polyester. Launching in H2 2023, the range will include fibres compatible with natural fibres and matching polyester's key properties. The bio-based materials are biodegradable and home compostable.

10th Jul 2023

Hiang Seng Fibre Container, a customer of PMT, has chosen A.Celli for a rebuilding project on its PM5 in Bangkok, Thailand. The project involves converting the PM5 headbox from single to double-layer to enhance testliner printability and increase flexibility with different furnishes. The project is scheduled for the first quarter of 2024.

6th Jul 2023

Borealis, a leader in polyolefin solutions, has announced the acquisition of Rialti, an Italian polypropylene compounder and recycler. Rialti specialises in sustainable polypropylene compounds made from mechanically recycled feedstock. With the acquisition, Borealis aims to enhance its offering and support its customers in achieving their...

3rd Jul 2023

Ahlstrom has expanded its range of release papers with new products that support the development of double-sided pressure sensitive adhesive tapes. The release papers, Acti-V Industrial RF Brown and Acti-V Industrial RF Natural, incorporate post-consumer recycled fibres and unbleached cellulose fibres, offering environment conscious options for...

30th Jun 2023

UPM Biochemicals and Central Saint Martins (CSM) are collaborating on a design project to showcase the use of renewable, circular materials in various industries. UPM is developing climate-neutral materials made from sustainably sourced hardwood to replace fossil-based materials. Fifty students from CSM will create innovative designs using these...