5 Feb 2026
OQ Deepens Oman-India Trade and Investment Ties at PLASTINDIA 2026 Through Rotomoulding Solutions
OQ, the global energy investment group, is participating in PLASTINDIA 2026 as part of its long-term engagement with the Indian polymers and petrochemicals market. The Group’s presence reflects its focus on industrial cooperation and downstream growth, reinforcing Oman-India trade and investment ties. This follows the signing of a trade agreement between the two countries, creating new opportunities for trade, investment and industrial collaboration.
4 Feb 2026
Westfalia Fruit Logistica 2026 Press Kit
Fruit Logistica 2026 is the place where the future of avocados takes centre stage — and Westfalia Fruit is proud to be part of it. From fresh whole fruit to irresistible guacamole and every slice and dice in between, they’re bringing the full avocado experience to Berlin.
4 Feb 2026
Westfalia Fruit brings GEM® Gourmet Avocado experience to Fruit Logistica 2026
Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, will present its GEM® Gourmet Avocado at Fruit Logistica 2026, reinforcing its continued focus on premium quality, innovation and category growth in the global avocado market.
3 Feb 2026
At MD&M West SABIC debuts biocompatible materials and fluoropolymer alternatives, and demonstrates rapid application development
SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, is showcasing at MD&M West 2026 medical-grade thermoplastics that help address performance, regulatory and production challenges. The company is exhibiting at Booth #3251 specialty materials well-suited for use in drug delivery, patient testing and surgery. SABIC is unveiling a new family of polycarbonate (PC) copolymers certified under UL746G, and new biocompatible SILTEM™ HU resins, which can potentially replace fluoropolymers in medical tubing. It is also illustrating its multi-prong approach to helping global customers accelerate application development through plastic design, prototyping, testing and processing services.
29 Jan 2026
Beaulieu International Group announces acquisition of company IFG Asota GMBH, strengthening its global fibres leadership
Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) today announces it has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire all shares of IFG Asota GMBH, an Austria-based fibre company and a key player in the global synthetic staple fibres market. This strategic acquisition strengthens Beaulieu’s Fibres Division (BFI) and marks an important step in its ambition to become the world’s most trusted partner for sustainable nonwoven solutions.
28 Jan 2026
Archroma makes its first appearance at IILF with advance leather solutions
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, will participate for the first time in a dedicated leather industry tradeshow when it joins the 39th India International Leather Fair (IILF) from 1–3 February.
27 Jan 2026
Why antimony no longer works for modern adhesives
The changing landscape of flame retardant technology
Fire safety remains a critical concern across industries, with adhesives playing an essential but often overlooked role in preventing ignition, limiting flame spread, and reducing heat release during fire events. For decades, antimony trioxide (ATO) in combination with halogenated flame retardants has been an industry standard additive in adhesive formulations. However, significant market shifts and regulatory pressures are driving manufacturers to seek more sustainable alternatives.
20 Jan 2026
Beaulieu Fibres awarded EcoVadis Platinum, strengthening its position as a trusted partner for sustainable fibre solutions
Beaulieu Fibres has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum Medal, placing the company among the top 1% of more than 130.000 companies assessed worldwide.
