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POLYMER PRICES
Standard recyclate March: Recyclers raise prices slightly due to Iran war / Demand increases on seasonal factors / Recycling market a plaything for speculators?
17.03.2026
PLASTICS RECYCLING GERMANY
Industry caught between challenges, willingness to invest and wait-and-see approach: 'We are in a paradoxical situation' / IK Circular Packaging Days 2026
17.03.2026
UKRAINE
Customs Service introduces plastics waste classification / New rules to facilitate EU entry / Plastics industry grapples with war-related challenges
17.03.2026
EVERTIS
PET film manufacturer plans to build new plants in Portugal and Spain
17.03.2026
ARBURG
Machine manufacturer reports further decline in sales / Investments in North America postponed / European business remains cause for concern
17.03.2026
MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT
German industry association urges plastics converters to reject unjustified force majeure notifications / Speaks of involving antitrust authorities
16.03.2026
CHINA
State of emergency: Middle East conflict shakes petrochemicals sector / High import dependence
16.03.2026
EU POLICY
Commission adopts ‘Made in Europe' proposal / Move aims to restore region's competitiveness, boost decarbonisation / Coalition launches circular campaign
16.03.2026
REPEATS
Dutch recycling ops insolvent / Capacity estimated at 70,000 t/y
16.03.2026
CARBIOS
PET recycler hits back at ‘destabilisation operation' by former executive / Financing of new plant in France still unclear / Company sees three-month setback
16.03.2026
BIOPLASTICS
German researchers lead charge to develop bio-alternative to plastics for electrical uses
16.03.2026
POLYMER PRICES
Standard thermoplastics trend March: Middle East conflict leads to triple-digit increases for nearly all materials / Prices likely to rise further
13.03.2026
CABOT
Carbon black manufacturer plans price hikes and surcharges
13.03.2026
WACKER CHEMIE
German silicone specialist intends to lower its long-term forecast / 'We will reduce our production', says CEO
13.03.2026
POLYURETHANE
Dow, Huntsman, Lanxess raise prices for MDI and polyols
13.03.2026
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