PLA for a better future

The range of applications for PLA is on the rise as sustainability becomes a major issue throughout the value chain, according to Stefan Barot, Sr. Business Director-Asia Pacific, Total Corbion PLA.  

Shung Dar to exhibit coil stamping in EuroBLECH 2018

At EuroBLECH 2018, Taiwan-based Shung Dar (SD) will exhibit its coil stamping technologies in Hall 27, stand C156 on October 23-26, 2018, Hanover Germany.  

Middle East market for tahini rising

Increased consumption of products like hummus and Baba ghanoush drives demand for tahini in the Middle East and Mediterranean market.  

Texturising agent for desserts

Specialty ingredient solution adds creaminess to indulgent desserts.

Iberchem runs subsidiary in Bangkok

Iberchem Group opens a new production facility for flavours and fragrances in Bangkok, Thailand.  

DuPont dough strengtheners

As ascorbic acid prices rise, baking industry manufacturers can opt for DuPont’s Hexose Oxidase dough strengtheners.  

KRAIBURG TPE unveils new TEH compounds

New thermoplastic elastomer hybrids (TEH) feature application-specific combination and superior properties.

AkzoNobel is now Nouryon

AkzoNobel Specialty Chemicals is rebranded as Nouryon following its recent acquisition by The Carlyle Group and GIC.  

DTI supports ProPak Philippines

Processing and packaging solutions introduced at ProPak Philippines are expected to help raise quality, food safety and supply in the country.  

Nutraceuticals from Wacker, DKHS

WACKER and DKSH partner in Malaysia to drive nutraceuticals market forward.  

Hitachi shows IoT platform in Thailand

Hitachi showcases IoT Platform "Lumada" and digital solutions to solve societal challenges in Thailand  

Yokogawa opens In-Space in Singapore

Yokogawa Engineering Asia Pte. Ltd opens “In-Space” (innovation space), a unique customer experience centre located at its regional headquarters in Singapore.