Multi-layer film made of BillerudKorsnäs paper ConFlex Silk as well as BASF’s biopolymer ecovio and lamination adhesive Epotal Eco
Home-compostable solution extends end-of-life options for flexible packaging applications
Performance regarding processing, sealing, printability and strength on same level as conventional multi-layer films

We are proud to launch another self-adhesive paper for premium brands as part of the Manter cotton range that is both sustainable and luxurious.

The Tintoretto range for premium brand labelling from the Manter collection grows with the introduction of Ivory colour with H+Opacity treatment.

Partnership offers customers access to full-scale garment design, manufacturing and packaging
Ascend Performance Materials has announced a commercial agreement with The S Group, a globally recognized provider of apparel design, development and manufacturing. The alliance will focus on commercialization of Acteev Protect™ antimicrobial yarns, fibers and fabrics, offering customers full-scale supply chain service from garment design to delivery.

Valmet will deliver a new flash drying and baling line and a rebuild of the existing integrated thermomechanical pulp (TMP) production line at SCA’s Ortviken mill into a chemi-thermomechanical pulp (CTMP) market pulp line, which will have a capacity of 300,000 tonnes per year. The delivery and installation of the equipment will take place during 2022 and the start-up of CTMP production is scheduled for the beginning of 2023.

Penn Color’s penneffex™ delivers a high-end, eye-catching finish for FMCG packaged products. With nearly unlimited customization options, the penneffex™ line combines Penn Color’s creativity, expertise in colors and special effects and knowledge in manufacturing processes, to inspire creative brand design ideas in product categories such as home care, personal care, food and beverage, and more.

Mondi is set to open its first South American paper bags plant in Cartagena, Colombia in January 2021

The paper bags plant will help Mondi support its customers and enhance its services in the South American region
The new plant is strategically located within a free-trade zone

DSM, a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials, is launching sustainable, plant-based Decovery® resins for the packaging industry. Starting with the Decovery® SP-6400XP, with others to follow, this announcement paves the way for packaging producers to reduce their carbon footprint.

SONGWON Industrial Co., Ltd. announced today that prices for all its products will be raised by 2-5%, depending on business line and region.

Total, Intraplás and Yoplait announced today that they have successfully run a pilot test aiming at using certified chemically recycled polystyrene in yogurt pots. This is the first step of a collaborative initiative aiming at testing the use of chemically recycled polystyrene in yogurt pots, supporting the development of sustainable PS recycling in France.

Baofeng Energy for the first time used MegaMax 800 catalyst and achieved notably higher lifetime methanol production

High activity and stability enabled an increased methanol yield of 160,000 metric tons
Performance advantages in the methanol plant convinced Baofeng Energy to reload MegaMax 800 again

SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, is making a significant contribution to the battle against COVID-19 through increased production within its LEXAN™ polycarbonate portfolio. The focus of the production increase has been on innovative polycarbonate sheets and films for a wide variety of high-performance products to help improving sanitation control and preventing infections.