Indonesia coatings industry poised for expansion to meet surging demand

2026 ASEAN Coating Innovation and Technology Development Conference in Jakarta will convene industry leaders, researchers, and business decision-makers from August 18-19 to explore the latest advances in raw materials, surface treatment, functional coatings, and green chemistry.

30th Fakuma gears up for a spectacular celebration with new highlights

Fakuma will take place from 12-16 October 2026 in Friedrichshafen and is regarded as a showcase for the entire world of plastics.

CHYI YANG showcases next-generation multi-layer blown film solutions at TaipeiPLAS 2026

CHYI YANG will showcase its latest multi-layer blown film technologies, highlighting intelligent, high-efficiency extrusion solutions designed to support sustainable packaging manufacturing.

Compounds for high-power, high-voltage power modules

SABIC’s new LNP™ THERMOCOMP™ OFM compounds help enable high-voltage power modules

Advanced take-out system features latest cobot technology

Proco Machinery Inc. has announced the launch of a new take-out system for shuttle-type blow molding machines.

Low-carbon, circular PLA foam as alternative to polystyrene

TotalEnergies Corbion launches compostable foam alternative to PS extrusion foaming (XPS)

BOPP films market defies volatility to sustain growth

Demand reaches almost 11 million tonnes in 2025 as structural drivers offset inflation, geopolitical tensions, and cost pressures

Covestro completes acquisition of former two Vencorex sites

Covestro’s acquisition of two former Vencorex production sites for HDI derivatives in Rayong,Thailand, and Freeport, Texas, USA will add production capacities.

AI chatbot assists manufacturers in PPWR compliance

R-Cycle and TILISCO are utilizing specialized PPWR AI Chatbot to assists packaging manufacturers with declarations of conformity

Fifth generation strengthens BOGE’s future course

Julia Meier-Scheuven, a member of the owner family in the fifth generation, has joined BOGE as Business Development Manager.

TotalEnergies Corbion releases First Sustainability Report in the PLA industry

As the first PLA producer to publish a dedicated Sustainability Report, the company is setting a new benchmark for transparency, accountability, and measurable sustainability performance.

SI Group and Shengxiao Group to boost biphenol production in China

The joint venture aims to accelerate biphenol capacity expansion in China to meet rising demand across Asia-Pacific