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With extensive experience in the plastics industry, Kirk Winstead is the new President of Tria America. "I am excited to join Tria America, a company I have long admired for its commitment to customers, quality and innovation," said the new President. "The ownership and strong values that...

Altech is the new exclusive agent for Amut recycling plants in Japan. The choice of the Novara-based manufacturer is in line with its strategy of expanding its presence throughout the world, particularly in the Far East, and offering quality service on the spot. Altech has been active in the plastics industry for over...

With the establishment of its own subsidiary in Romania in April 2024, Arburg has taken another important step in further increasing its local presence in the emergent economic region of Southeastern Europe. The new subsidiary is based in Bucharest and is headed up by Interim Managing Director Daniel Orel, who...

Kraiburg TPE, a global competence leader in thermoplastic elastomers, announced the official opening of its subsidiary, Kraiburg TPE UK. This strategic move underscores the company’s commitment to serving the important UK market directly. It marks a pivotal milestone in the company's development to further enhance local customer services...

Part of Gruppo Colines Holding, Elav has always been committed to supporting local talent. As a matter of fact, a group of fourth-year students from Omar Institute (mechatronics sections) visited the company's plant in Cameri (Novara, Italy), where they had the opportunity to learn about...

The Supervisory Board of Borealis announced Stefan Doboczky as the new CEO of Borealis, effective July 1. The new CEO career started in 1992, culminating in executive board and CEO positions at listed chemicals companies internationally. He held a position on the OMV Supervisory Board since...

On Thursday, 6 June 2024, Villa Arconati hosted the annual Members Assembly of Amaplast - the national trade association affiliated with Confindustria representing approximately 170 manufacturers of machinery, equipment, and moulds for plastics and rubber. On this occasion, the association’s leadership was renewed...

Effective 1 June Netstal appointed Nadeem Amin as its new President for the Americas Region. He will report directly to Netstal CEO Renzo Davatz. Nadeem Amin joins Netstal with over 30 years of experience in collaborating with customers in the plastics industry. After 25 years in various roles...

Colines keeps strengthening its business by establishing a new prestigious partnership: MAT Techno-Logic is the new company representing the French market. The partnership will start with the joint presence at the upcoming FIP (France Innovation Plasturgie) scheduled in Lyon (France) from 4 to 7 June...

DuPont announced a plan to separate into three distinct, publicly traded companies. Under the plan, DuPont would execute the proposed separations of its Electronics and Water businesses in a tax-free manner to its shareholders with New DuPont continuing as a premier diversified industrial company following...

The board of directors of Piovan approved the consolidated financial results for the first quarter 2024. Total revenues in the period amounted to 136 million euros, -3.6% compared to 31 March 2023 while the operating profit amounted to 15.1 million euros, up from 9.6 million euros in the first quarter of 2023...

Mauro Pede, with extensive experience in areas such as process engineering and digital transformation, has joined Campetella Robotic Centre as its new General Manager. This was announced by Elia Campetella and Gaia Campetella, CEO and Marketing Manager of the company, which...

Sacmi closed 2023 with revenues in excess of 2 billion euros (2.036, +12%), the best result in the Group’s history, with net assets at 883 million euros. Employment also grew and now stands at 5,200 people worldwide, +8% compared to 2022. These are the highlights from the...

At its Annual General Meeting on 16 May 2024, members of the British Plastic Federation’s council re-elected existing president Nigel Flowers for a further year and elected a new vice president: Chief Executive of Rehau UK and Ireland and Scandinavia, Martin Hitchin. Commenting on...

Piovan Group, world leader in the design and manufacture of process automation systems for resin and food applications, announced a significant transition in its leadership as a long-term employee step into the role of CEO, while a seasoned executive retires after thirty-six years of dedicated service. After...

During NPE 2024, Uniloy, a leading global provider of blow moulding machines and related services, has entered into a groundbreaking collaboration agreement with Baumüller, a renowned drive and automation technology pioneer. This strategic partnership marks a significant...

According to the already known expansion plans in Mexico, Engel together with Queretaro Government announced its investment in the region during a meeting at the Mexican Embassy in Vienna (Austria). Following its company philosophy, “Close to the customer,” European injection moulding manufacturer...

Ilham Kadri, CEO of Syensqo, has been elected Cefic President, succeeding Martin Brudermueller. Ilham Kadri is one of Europe’s most prominent and well-known business leaders. She holds a degree in chemical engineering from L’École des Hauts Polymères in Strasbourg, and a PhD in macromolecular physico-chemistry from...

For RadiciGroup the NPE trade fair (Orlando, Florida, 6-10 May) is an important platform for strengthening and expanding the collaborations in the polymeric material value chain in North America, focusing on innovative and sustainable proposals that cater in particular for the automotive sector, but also increasingly for...

The Italian manufacturer Previero is preparing to achieve certification for gender equality in the company. The company is currently preparing the necessary documentation to obtain the certificate. The process will confirm Previero's commitment to promoting an inclusive and diverse working environment...