EUBP reveals the results of the 2024 Market Data Report
European Bioplastics presented its 2024 edition of the market development update during the EBC24 Conference taking place in Berlin, Germany. The report confirms the continuous growth of the global production capacities of bioplastics. Overall global plastics production continues to rise steadily. This development is driven by rising demand combined with the emergence of ever more […]
EAFA records strong recovery of aluminioum foil markets in Q3
The European aluminium foil industry experienced a robust growth of 4.6% during the first nine months of 2024. According to the latest figures from the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA), total deliveries rose to nearly 666,200 tonnes (2023: 636,200 tonnes) compared to the same period last year. Notably, the third quarter saw an increase of […]
GOEBEL IMS introduces automatic knife positioning by DIENES
GOEBEL IMS – a brand of IMS TECHNOLOGIES – announces a new upgrade to their range of slitter rewinders: the automatic knife positioning system developed in collaboration with DIENES. This innovative system brings unparalleled precision and efficiency to the RAPID series, well-known in the slitting and winding industry for its exceptional handling of different materials, […]
Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Corp to build plant in Canada
Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Corporation marked a significant step in its commitment to supporting the North American electric vehicle market by breaking ground on its new lithium-ion battery separator manufacturing facility in Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada. The plant is expected to begin commercial production in 2027, subject to obtaining permits and approvals from relevant authorities. […]
Coveris announces major investments in technical films capacity
Coveris, a leading European packaging manufacturer, announces new investment at its polyethylene extrusion facility in Winsford, Cheshire. As Coveris’ UK centre of excellence for high-performance technical barrier and stretch films, the Winsford site continues to expand its capabilities in the development of sustainable, recyclable films in alignment with the company’s ‘No Waste’ strategy. This extensive […]