April 28, 2026 - Apex Machine in the US and RK Ferramentaria in Brazil join the group, adding automation and mould-making expertise.
April 3, 2026 - The Japanese group has also reshuffled its finance leadership and the head of Robotics DACH.
February 4, 2026 - The integrated hub bringing together production, R&D, logistics and executive offices is expected to be completed next year.
September 24, 2025 - With the new subsidiary, the Italian equipment manufacturer aims to respond to local market demands with greater speed and efficiency.
August 9, 2025 - New division focuses on precision automation for the medical sector, while German branch strengthens presence across Central Europe’s plastics industry.
January 28, 2025 - The U.S. industrial group specializes in plastic processing technologies, automation, and aerospace
January 3, 2025 - The majority stake in the Italy-based industrial automation manufacturer passes to private equity firm One Equity Partners. Stellantis retains a minority stake.
December 4, 2024 - Nu-Vu Conair joint venture facility upgrade completed; more auxiliary equipment for plastic processing produced at the site.
October 11, 2024 - The majority stake will pass to One Equity Partners, while Stellantis will retain 49.9%. Council of Ministers guidelines highlight the conditions to be met.
August 30, 2024 - Pentafin and 7-Industries Holding are selling their shares to Automation Systems. A takeover bid for the remaining shares and delisting is expected. Pentafin will retain a 25% stake.
June 5, 2026 - Schwarz Group reports progress on packaging reduction and recycled material use, and launches a broader circular-economy plan for 2030.
June 5, 2026 - BASF has filed a complaint with the European Commission against imports of certain aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters, alleging they are being sold in the EU at dumped prices.
June 5, 2026 - Aria uses computer vision and artificial intelligence to make injection molding processes more stable, efficient and repeatable.
June 5, 2026 - PepsiCo has started using Eastman’s PET Renew resin in bottles under a multi-year framework agreement.
June 3, 2026 - Jean-Marc Galvez takes the helm at EuPC, with a focus on innovation, competitiveness and circularity.
June 3, 2026 - More than 120 associations and companies are calling for the prompt and effective implementation of the EU Packaging Regulation to support investment, recycling and circularity.
June 5, 2026 - BASF has filed a complaint with the European Commission against imports of certain aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters, alleging they are being sold in the EU at dumped prices.
April 16, 2026 - First part of EN 18120 published. Ceflex highlights complementarity with the D4ACE programme for flexible packaging.
July 30, 2025 - Search for a buyer falls through; Chapter 11 exit slated for 2026 under the ownership of its principal lenders.
December 12, 2025 - Progress in the legislative process for new rules on vehicle circularity and end-of-life management. PlasticsEurope voices concern over revised recycling targets.
February 11, 2025 - Production closures announced in Japan, Spain and Thailand as the company shifts focus from basic chemicals to specialties.
With strong exhibitor interest and regional support, the event will remain at its traditional Lake Constance location for at least five more years.
