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The new Vega plant in Jiaxing was officially opened at the end of May
Vega opened a new production facility in Jiaxing, China, at the end of May 2026. The plant complements production at the headquarters in Schiltach and is designed to meet the demands of the Chinese market. With approximately 21,000 square meters of production, warehouse, and office space, as well as room for about 180 employees, the company is strengthening its international production strategy...
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Members of the K 2028 Exhibitor Advisory Board and the K team met on May 27, 2026, in Düsseldorf
Preparations for K 2028 have begun. With the inaugural meeting of the Exhibitor Advisory Board, the world’s leading trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry set the stage for the next event in Düsseldorf. At the same time, the board elected Dr. Axel von Wiedersperg of the Brückner Group as its new chairman. The first meeting focused on evaluating K 2025 and the strategic development of K...
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Aerial view of the BASF production site in Zhanjiang
BASF has commissioned a new integrated site in China, thereby expanding its production capacity in the world’s largest chemical market. The site in Zhanjiang embodies integrated value creation, a broad product portfolio, and the use of renewable energy. At the same time, BASF is strengthening its local market presence and focusing on long-term growth as well as a stronger orientation toward...
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New facility of Neste to upgrade liquefied waste plastic into high-quality petrochemical feedstock is located at the company’s existing refinery in Porvoo, Finland
With a new investment, Neste is advancing the industrial scale-up of chemical recycling. The company has commissioned a large upgrading facility for liquefied waste plastic at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The plant enables the conversion of complex plastic waste streams into high-quality feedstock for the petrochemical industry. This development supports circular economy goals while addressing...
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Schneider Electric concludes its Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program
The technology group Schneider Electric has successfully completed its sustainability program for the years 2021 to 2025. As part of the Schneider Sustainability Impact initiative, progress was made in the areas of climate protection, social standards, and supply chains. Particular emphasis was placed on reducing CO2 emissions, promoting fair working conditions, and improving access to energy in...
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IFAT 2026 will focus on environmental technologies and the circular economy
From May 4 to 7, Ifat 2026 in Munich will spotlight environmental technologies as a key component of climate protection, resource security, and resilient infrastructure. High-ranking representatives from the German federal government, the European Commission, and the Free State of Bavaria will open the world’s leading trade fair and underscore its political and economic significance. Under the...
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Gea opened a new sustainable and pharmaceutical technology center in Elsdorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, in February 2026
Gea is further expanding its capacity for pharmaceutical freeze-drying systems and opening a new technology center in Elsdorf. Research, development, production, and service are all centralized there. With this investment, the company is strengthening its position in the growing pharmaceutical market while also committing to a carbon-neutral infrastructure.
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“Navigate Complexity. Smart. Safe. Sustainable.” is the new key theme for Anuga Foodtec 2027
Under the theme “Navigate Complexity. Smart. Safe. Sustainable.”, Anuga Foodtec 2027 will provide technological answers to the growing complexity in the food and beverage industry. From February 23 to 26, 2027, the global trade fair in Cologne will combine digitalization, safety, and sustainability, offering practical inspiration for integrating innovative technologies along the entire value chain...
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Paper instead of aluminum: Tetra Pak is building a pilot plant in Lund, Sweden, to further develop paper-based barriers
Tetra Pak is building a new pilot plant in Lund, Sweden, to develop paper-based barriers for aseptic carton packaging. The aim is to replace the aluminum layer in the long term, increase the paper content to up to 80 percent, and significantly reduce the carbon footprint. The project is part of a long-term investment program for sustainable packaging technologies and strengthens the development of...
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At Elasto, the granulate is transported in a closed system. Wittmann Feedmax Clean conveyors are also used. This reliably prevents dust formation
Elasto has automated and modernized the material flow in its injection molding production with a central material supply system from Wittmann. The closed supply system reduces manual activities, speeds up color changes, and increases process reliability and material efficiency. Together with automated logistics processes and sustainable energy and recycling strategies, Elasto is making its...
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