Solvay, the Brussels-based group, has officially inaugurated a new bio-circular silica production unit at its Livorno plant in Italy. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the European industry's transition toward sustainable development

According to data from the European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic), on January 28, 2026, Europe... since 2022. The surge in plant closures, accounting for approximately 9% of Europe's total capacity, coupled with a sharp decline in new investment

On January 1, 2026, the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) officially came into effect, marking the transition of the world's first "carbon tariff" from policy text to practical implementation. Although its current scope is li

On January 27, according to Zhuan Su Shi Jie, the Volkswagen Group will invest approximately 90 million euros to transform its Zwickau plant into the group's core hub for circular economy business, with part of the funding provided by the Saxon state

  President Trump announced on his Truth Social platform on January 21, 2026: "Following a very productive meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, we have formed a framework agreement on the future of Greenland and, in fact, the entire

According to CPRJ on January 21st, Vioneo, a subsidiary of AP Møller Holding, has abandoned its €1.5 billion plan to build a green polyolefin project in Antwerp, Belgium, and instead plans to build its first commercial-scale plant in China. In a st

Breaking news, the European Parliament has confirmed that it will not approve the "EU-US trade agreement" in response to Trump's imposition of tariffs on eight European countries, citing the reason of acquiring Greenland. This creates new unce

January 16, Specialized Plastics Vision learned that despite ongoing bankruptcy proceedings and a shortage of liquidity, Domo Chemicals' production site in Germany has been ordered to continue operations. This directive was issued by the authorities

PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are widely used in textiles, especially in outdoor sports apparel, protective clothing, and outdoor gear, providing excellent waterproof, oil-repellent, and stain-resistant properties. However, PFAS

  Just now, the EU announced the release of two trade favorable measures.   First, temporarily suspend the imposition of carbon tariffs on certain products.The EU Trade Commissioner stated that the European Commission will issue guidance allowing fo

Syensqo announced the completion of the divestiture of its oil and gas business unit, selling it to the French SNF Group for an enterprise value of €135 million. The oil and gas business unit of Syensqo is a significant player in the global oilfield

German companies are moving overseas in droves, and the German Chamber of Commerce has issued a warning. Image source: Rolf Vennenbernd/dpa The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK) believes that signs of

On December 31, Zhuan Su Shijie learned that three German subsidiaries of Domo Chemical Group have officially filed for bankruptcy protection. These subsidiaries are Domo Chemicals GmbH, Domo Caproleuna GmbH, and Domo Engineering Plastics GmbH. This

Domo Chemicals Group announced on December 29 that it has filed for bankruptcy protection for its three German subsidiaries: Domo Chemicals GmbH, Domo Caproleuna GmbH, and Domo Engineering Plastics GmbH. This decision will affect approximately 585 e

Currently, the European phenolic industry is facing unprecedented systemic pressures. On the demand side, the consumption of phenol, acetone, and their derivatives has significantly declined; on the supply side, high production costs continue to erod

Recently, the German biotechnology and green chemistry company Bioweg UG announced that it has received 1.5 million euros in funding from the German government to develop technology for recovering rare earth elements (REEs) from wastewater. The proje

According to the tech media techAU, the European Union will implement new regulations starting from December 2028 (three years from now), requiring all external power adapters sold in the EU to be equipped with a USB-C interface, covering devices suc

PFAS are extremely difficult to degrade in the natural environment and can accumulate in the human body and ecosystems. Numerous studies have confirmed their association with endocrine disruption, liver and kidney damage, immune suppression, and

In the automotive manufacturing field, plastic components are widely used, ranging from bumpers to dashboards, and they come in various types. These plastic components account for the vehicle's mass. 14% - 18%。Zhuan Suo Shi Jie observed and found tha

The EU has stated that the European plastic recycling industry is facing challenges such as sluggish growth, idle capacity, and even contraction due to fierce competition from cheap virgin plastics from Asia, particularly China. According to data fro