Following approval by the Ferrous Division on Feb. 11, 2026, the Recycled Materials Association Board of Directors will consider revisions to the ferrous special scrap tire specification.
Read MoreThe Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Polyurethane Innovation Award, which recognizes companies and individuals whose vision and perseverance bring groundbreaking polyurethane technologies, products, and initiatives to market.
Applications will be accepted through June 19, 2026, and the award will be presented during the 2026 Polyurethanes Technical Conference.
Ansell Limited announced that their TouchNTuff 93-800 disposable chemical protection glove has been awarded the Sustainable Product Award at the 2026 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards.
Presented by SEAL Awards, the program recognizes companies that demonstrate leadership, innovation, and measurable impact in sustainability. The Sustainable Product Award honors innovative and impactful products that are purpose-built for a sustainable future. This recognition underscores Ansell’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-performance protection while advancing responsible product design.
Read MoreMagna Tyres celebrated its 20th anniversary on 23 March 2026, marking two decades of growth and international expansion in the off-the-road (OTR) and industrial tire industry. Today, Magna Tyres delivers tire solutions to customers in more than 130 countries, supported by a global network of offices, partners and distributors.
Read MoreThe company reported revenue of 5.673 billion euros ($6.1 billion) for 2025, down 10.9% from the previous year, while earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) pre-exceptionals fell 16.9% to 510 million euros.
LANXESS attributed the downturn to persistently weak demand across most customer industries, lower sales volumes and continued pricing pressure, particularly from Asian competitors. Lower raw material costs also contributed to reduced selling prices, while unfavorable currency effects and the sale of its Urethane Systems business in April 2025 further weighed on results.
Read MoreThe Group is working intensively across its global production and logistics network to minimize any impact on its customers. However, in view of the extent of current cost increases, particularly for energy, raw materials, and logistics, price adjustments are inevitable. WACKER will raise prices for silicone-based products effective April 1, 2026. Customers will be informed accordingly.
Read MoreA new hands-on training event focused on advanced polymer manufacturing will debut this spring as Leistritz Extrusion Technology hosts its first Reactive Extrusion (REX) Workshop in North Carolina.
Scheduled for May 13–14, 2026, the two-day workshop will take place at the Polymers Center of Excellence in Charlotte and will combine classroom instruction with live equipment demonstrations, according to event organizers.
Read MoreScandinavian Enviro Systems AB announced that Enviro is terminating agreements with Infiniteria Europe Sàrl and Cuibhil Luxco regarding the collaboration related to the joint venture Infiniteria (the “JV Company”). The terminations are made within the framework of Enviro’s ongoing corporate reorganization and with the support of Chapter 3, Section 9 of the Swedish Company Reorganization Act. The notice period is three months.
Read MoreOrganizers said this year’s campaign reached a new milestone, raising more than $2.2 million through donations and sponsorships. The effort provided toys, food, gift cards and other essentials to more than 70,000 children and families across the Halton and Peel regions.
Read MoreBekaert announced it has reached an agreement with Bridgestone to acquire the tire reinforcement business in China and Thailand. Both companies signed a long-term supply agreement, coupled with the transfer of two of Bridgestone’s captive tire cord manufacturing sites. Bekaert thereby strengthens the leading position of its Rubber Reinforcement division in the global tire reinforcement market. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to applicable regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.
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