Jablite

Takeover of Lithuanian insulation materials maker BalPol / Conditions announced for completion of Jackon deal

Covid-19 crisis leaves fewer scars on German-speaking region / Further consolidation among producers / Prices relatively low for a long time / Volatility likely to rise at end of year / Recycling gains importance

155 jobs saved after EPS firms Jablite and Styropack emerge from administration in pre-pack deal

Fierce competition and high volatility drive consolidation in Germany / French state fund for renovations / New UK market leader is born / Cladding segment increasingly trends towards grey EPS / Prolonged use of HBCD has no notable market relevance

Management buyout at two Synbra companies creates UK's largest EPS producer