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Amcor hits 10% PCR plastics goal in FY25 and makes sustainability gains
Iranpolymer/Baspar Amcor has published its fiscal 2025 Sustainability Report, confirming it met its global target of using 10% post‑consumer recycled (PCR) plastic by 2025 — reported as 218,000 metric tonnes of recycled plastic. The packaging solutions provider, which finalised its merger…
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Indonesia’s first UL-validated polypropylene resin from Polytama Propindo and Milliken
Iranpolymer/Baspar PT Polytama Propindo, a leading Indonesian polypropylene producer, and diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company together announced the launch of Indonesia’s first UL-validated polypropylene resin specifically in Thin Wall Injection Molding (TWIM) grade, Masplene® MAS9475. By carrying the UL Environmental Claim Validation…
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Biffa merges its UK PET recycling operations with Esterform
Iranpolymer/Baspar Biffa’s acquisition of Esterform follows its initial investment in the company in 2023. Esterform’s sites in West Yorkshire and Worcestershire take recycled PET pellets to make test tube-shaped pre-forms that are blow-moulded into bottles that can be used for…
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Flip top closure for active, on-the-go beverages
Iranpolymer/Baspar Closure Systems International (CSI) has announced the launch of its Sport Flip Top 38mm closure, optimized to meet the evolving needs of active, on-the-go consumers seeking convenience, safety, and performance in hot-filled non-carbonated beverages. The Sport Flip Top 38mm…
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Global injection molding market to reach more than US$425 BN by 2032
Iranpolymer/Baspar The “Injection Molding Market Size, Share, Forecast, & Trends Analysis by Material, Technology, Application, Sector, and Geography – Global Forecast to 2032” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The report estimates the global injection molding market at US$426.7…
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EU recycled 42.1% of plastic packaging waste in 2023
Iranpolymer/Baspar Eurostart has released the latest data on plastic packaging recycling in the European Union. The block recycled 42.1% of the plastic packaging waste generated in 2023, a slight increase from the 41% registered in 2022. The EU body calculates the plastic packaging recycling…
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New research demonstrates a simple, eco-friendly method to break down Teflon
Iranpolymer/Baspar Scientists from Newcastle University and the University of Birmingham have developed a clean and energy-efficient way to recycle Teflon® (PTFE), a material best known for its use in non-stick coatings and other applications that demand high chemical and thermal…
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Report reveals bioplastics packaging top innovators
Iranpolymer/Baspar A report by UK intellectual property firm Appleyard Lees has revealed the world’s top innovators in bioplastics packaging in 2023. The annual “Inside Green Innovation: Progress Report” shows that bioplastics patent fillings are making a modest comeback, led by Japanese and South Korean…
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Avantium partners LVMH and Tereos to accelerate the industrial-scale production of PEF
Iranpolymer/Baspar Tereos and LVMH will help Avantium to scale bio-based plastics from plant-based resources, helping users to move away from fossil-based plastics. The three parties are hoping to form a European consortium with plans for future expansion. The consortium is…
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Samsara Eco appoints its first General Manager of Asia
Iranpolymer/Baspar Kissau has spent the last two decades at BASF, where he helped lead business operations. Most recently, he led the company’s net zero accelerator, which helped with implementing and speeding up low-carbon and circular economy technologies. “We’re rapidly scaling to…
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Exclusive Report by Baspar / Precision Engineering for Smart and Sustainable Processing: Innovations in Tooling and Equipment at K2025
Iranpolymer/Baspar The K 2025 International Exhibition, held from October 16 to 23, 2025 in Düsseldorf, showcased the latest breakthroughs in tooling, molds, dies, and auxiliary systems for injection molding and extrusion. This year’s exhibitors focused on enhancing part quality, improving…
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Exclusive Report by Baspar/ Machinery Innovations at K2025 — Smart, Sustainable, and Energy-Efficient Manufacturing
Iranpolymer/Baspar The K 2025 International Exhibition, held from October 16 to 23, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany, once again transformed the city into the global capital of plastics and rubber technology. From injection molding halls to film extrusion lines and recycling…
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Exclusive Report by Baspar/ Innovations at K2025 in Tooling and Artificial Intelligence: The Plastic Industry’s Transition Toward Self-Learning Factories
Iranpolymer/Baspar The K 2025 International Exhibition, held from October 16 to 23, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany, once again stood as the world’s largest and most influential exhibition for the plastics and rubber industries. For eight days, the Messe Düsseldorf fairgrounds…
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Exclusive Report by Baspar / From Bio-Based Polymers to Smart Composites: Material Innovations Unveiled at K2025
Iranpolymer/Baspar The K 2025 International Exhibition ,held from October 16 to 23, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany, once again stood as the world’s largest and most influential exhibition for the plastics and rubber industries. For eight days, the Messe Düsseldorf fairgrounds became…
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World’s Largest Advanced Materials Exhibition Returns to Tokyo This November
Iranpolymer/Baspar TOKYO, Japan — One of the world’s largest showcases of advanced material technologies, Highly-Functional Material Week Tokyo 2025, will open its doors at Makuhari Messe on November 12–14, featuring a comprehensive display of cutting-edge functional materialsfrom carbon fiber composites and cellulose to next-generation ceramics—that highlight…
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ARBURG sets new global standard with Allrounder Trend
Iranpolymer/Baspar The world premiere of the Allrounder Trend heralds an exciting new era. Arburg is expanding its portfolio of proven high-end technology solutions with completely newly developed electric machines for standard applications. The Allrounder Trend have been designed specifically to…
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Clariant unveils titanium-based catalyst solutions for sustainable polyester production
Iranpolymer/Baspar Set to launch in 2026, this technology offers a more sustainable and high-performance alternative to traditional antimony-based catalysts, addressing both environmental concerns and supply chain challenges, and simplifying PET recycling to support circularity in the polyester industry. While the…
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Plastic Energy successfully commercialises TACFILLER
Iranpolymer/Baspar The breakthrough product offers a lower-carbon, circular alternative to carbon black, an unsustainable material used primarily in rubber manufacturing to improve rubber properties. This milestone comes as the rubber industry faces growing pressure to reduce emissions and comply with…
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Expanding global manufacturing base for flexible packaging
Iranpolymer/Baspar Cosmo Films expands and installed a cutting-edge, high-speed slitter rewinder at its Carol Stream Warehouse in Chicago. The new equipment reduces the lead-time, ensuring that Cosmo Films can rapidly respond to growing demand and better support its North American…
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Level Up! Your Flexibility – Haitian at K 2025
Iranpolymer/Baspar Together with its sister company Haitian Smart Solutions, Haitian International will present a comprehensive range of solutions for the automation and digitalisation of manufacturing cells at K 2025. The focus will be on solutions offering maximum flexibility for customers.…
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