KOPLAS 2013 opens today; expects over 70,000 visitors

The opening ceremony for KOPLAS 2013 was held today, marking the start of the 22nd edition of this major show that has played significant role in Korea's plastics and rubber industry.

IFF facility in Guangzhou now in testing stage

One of the largest manufacturing sites for flavours and fragrances in Asia will begin production in Q3

Anti-MS drug may lead to fatal brain infection

Early detection of multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment complication from the drug natalizumab may improve survival

Positive clinical results for MR reduction device

Abbott's minimally invasive MitraClip System for mitral regurgitation (MR) demonstrates positive clinical and quality-of-life results for patients too high risk for surgery

Stent demonstrates low event rates through three years

Separate three-year study demonstrates PROMUS Element Stent has significantly less vessel straightening than the Xience V Stent

Winning at Innovation — 2013 China Personal Care & Cosmetics Innovation Awards Report(1)

Ringier Trade Media Ltd. and Reed Sinopharm Exhibitions Co., Ltd. have recently announced the winners of the 2013 China Personal Care & Cosmetics Innovation Awards (CPCIA 2013). There were 21 winning companies with 24 innovative products and technologies across 10 categories.

Asia's Cosmetics Market: Global Focal Point

in-cosmetics Asia 2012 show review

Beauty Going Global

It is widely expected that Asia will be the dominant marketplace by 2015, with Western beauty companies not only investing in their business in market such as China, India and South Korea, but also finding inspiration in them to bring back to the West. At the same time, Asia players will take greater control of their own markets, while moving in on Western markets and brands, too.

Different foods impact eating behaviour

In separate studies scientists at the Nestlé Research Centre investigate the impact of food texture and aroma on the feeling of satiety

Chilean investors eye Thailand

Chilean Ambassador Javier Baker, second left, talks last week with Commerce Minister Boonsong Teriyapirom about investment opportunities in Thailand.

Taking Initiative

Active ingredients in skin care can offer a variety of benefits from turning back the clock to busting blemishes. They can also lighten skin, provide UV protection and even reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Indonesia's steel industry projects 5% profitability

The Indonesian Iron and Steel Industry Association (IISIA) projects the profitability of iron and steel industry this year to reach five percent, while last year the industry posted negative profitability.