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11.05.2023 ASAHI KASEI  Demo project for microwave PA 6.6 depolymerisation technology / Decision on commercialisation expected by early 2026

08.05.2023 BOPET FILMS  Global capacity to exceed 10 mn t/y / Asia acts as growth engine with China, India / Packaging, electronics serve as main drivers / Technology still comes from Germany

13.04.2023 ASAHI GLASS Millions more invested in fluoropolymer production

30.03.2023 PLASTICS AND ENVIRONMENT  Study calls for “bold” UN treaty on plastics waste / Current plans not enough to bring peak resin use by 2050 / More aggressive measures needed to stop consumption growth

24.03.2023 POLYPLASTICS PP compounds reinforced with long cellulose fibres / Lower carbon footprint

23.03.2023 PURECYCLE PP chemical recycling projects underway on three continents / Formerra to sell company's rPP in North America / Firm secures added financing

17.02.2023 TORAY Expansion for PPS base polymer in South Korea

13.02.2023 TORAY Chemicals giant unveils recycled PA 6.6 from airbag scrap / Bio-based adipic acid said to be world first

20.01.2023 KURARAY  Price hikes for PPA materials

16.01.2023 BIOPLASTICS  Global production expands after pandemic / Patent filings rise / Advances in accelerated biodegradation / Nanomaterials go commercial

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