January 21, 2026 - The European PVC producer has filed for insolvency for its plants in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, and Runcorn, United Kingdom.
January 13, 2026 - US financial holding acquires full control of the US PVC and chlor-alkali producer.
December 17, 2025 - The plan affects CVM, PVC, chlor-alkali and styrene production at two U.S. petrochemical sites: Aberdeen and Lake Charles.
December 17, 2025 - A private equity vehicle backed by Vórtx Capital and IG4 Capital will take over Novonor’s stake and share control of the petrochemical group with Petrobras.
November 5, 2025 - The EPC contract for the construction of the integrated facilities within the Ruwais complex has been awarded to Chinese group CC7.
September 1, 2025 - The project led by Orlen with Synthos Green Energy foresees the launch of two SMR units at the Wloclawek chemical site operated by Anwil.
July 23, 2025 - Christian Fischer to lead Europe’s PVC window systems industry; Andreas Hartleif appointed vice president.
July 11, 2025 - The winners’ gala, set for K 2025 on Oct. 9, has been canceled “in light of the current economic climate"
July 8, 2025 - Yet another petrochemical plant closure in Europe. Overcapacity, international competition and weak demand are behind the decision.
July 1, 2025 - 540,000 tons processed last year nationwide; construction, agriculture and compounding on the rise.
February 13, 2026 - A strategic partnership has been forged to promote the reuse or recycling of components from end-of-life vehicles.
February 13, 2026 - UpSolv has achieved technological maturity for its solvent-based dissolution and purification process for styrenic waste.
February 13, 2026 - Fourteen companies form a Japan-led value chain to convert used cooking oil into plastics for consumer electronics.
February 12, 2026 - The Antwerp Declaration Community has called for a European “industrial deal”, as the Commission signals openness to procurement preference and PlasticsEurope outlines the sector’s priorities.
February 12, 2026 - Cannon has released details of the POSSIBLE research programme, which it will present at JEC World in Paris.
February 10, 2026 - Start-up pushed to early 2027 amid softer packaging demand and sharply higher construction and labour costs.
February 12, 2026 - Finance and HR to be consolidated in India; Supply Chain to Kuala Lumpur, with regional hubs retained.
February 9, 2026 - Draft implementing act approved: mass balance with “fuel-use exempt” included; extra-EU rPET excluded until November 2027.
January 29, 2026 - Indorama Ventures’ Dutch plants, transferred to MAK Germany, will be relocated to the Port of Sohar.
February 13, 2026 - Fourteen companies form a Japan-led value chain to convert used cooking oil into plastics for consumer electronics.
December 3, 2025 - The Tuscany-based Nuova Solmine, formerly a key supplier to the shuttered TiO2 plant, is preparing to revive the site after two years of inactivity.
A two-day programme in Amsterdam will address EU regulation, investment conditions and emerging markets, including polyurethane recycling.
Exhibitors can sign up by June 15 to receive a 20% discount, or by July 31 for a 10% reduction. Additional savings are available for those booking more space than in 2023.
With strong exhibitor interest and regional support, the event will remain at its traditional Lake Constance location for at least five more years.
