For the first time, WACKER will be presenting an oil-exuding liquid silicone rubber with coolant resistant properties at FAKUMA, the 30th international trade show for plastics processing, starting October 12 through 16. ELASTOSIL® LR 3822 was specifically designed for applications in the field of e-mobility with a focus on connector seals and sealing elements in the cooling circuit of EV traction batteries.
Read MoreBraskem has already achieved more than two-thirds of its goal of reducing absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its operations by 15% by 2030. This progress is the result of the company’s Industrial Decarbonization Program, which has already implemented initiatives responsible for reducing more than 1.2 million tons of CO²e per year.
Read MoreRPM International Inc. announced that it has completed the previously communicated acquisition of Volteco S.p.A. (Volteco), an Italy-based leading supplier of below-grade waterproofing solutions, for its Tremco Construction Products Group (Tremco CPG). This strategic acquisition brings a unique and differentiated technology platform to Tremco CPG.
Read MoreMomentive Performance Materials (Momentive) announced the production of NXT™ P97 Silane at its Chennai, India facility. The investment strengthens supply reliability while expanding access to advanced tire technology and technical expertise, supporting one of the world’s fastest-growing tire manufacturing markets.
Read MoreAPI International has completed a major expansion of its Greenfield, Indiana, warehouse, increasing its Midwest warehouse capacity by 75%, positioning inventory closer to major East Coast infrastructure markets, and reducing typical delivery times from as many as seven business days to as few as one business day.
Read MoreDr Jutta A. Dönges will leave AUMOVIO SE by mutual agreement after one year with the company to pursue new professional opportunities. She will step down from her position as a member of the Executive Board effective October 7, 2026, and will leave the company effective October 31, 2026. The Supervisory Board respects this decision and would like to thank Jutta Dönges for her valuable contribution to the company’s development.
Until a permanent successor for the finance function has been appointed, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Philipp von Hirschheydt will assume responsibility for the finance function at Executive Board level in addition to his existing responsibility. Claus Bauer, a member of AUMOVIO’s Supervisory Board and former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Schaeffler Group, will serve as interim Head of Finance starting no later than November 1, 2026.
Read MoreNatural rubber (NR) prices strengthened sharply in 2026, with major benchmarks reaching multi-year highs as tight supply, firm consumption, elevated crude oil and synthetic rubber prices, and weather uncertainty supported the market. This is according the IRSG Natural Rubber Price Outlook – Short and Long-term Perspective report.
The momentum accelerated in the third quarter. In September, Indonesian SIR20 was 39% higher year-on-year, Thai STR20 33%, Malaysian SMR20 34%, European TSR20 68%, and Indian RSS3 46%
Read MoreBluestar Silicones announces the launch of the first mechanically recycled silicone masterbatch in its portfolio to meet technical performance and product quality comparable to conventional materials.
Incorporating 33% mechanically recycled content, this new product, now available for pre-commercial sales, expands Bluestar Silicones’ Sircle™ circular technologies portfolio while supporting the company’s broader sustainability strategy.
Read MoreThe Polymer Industry Cluster and the University of Warwick in Coventry, United Kingdom, have launched a collaboration aimed at accelerating polymer and advanced materials innovation and commercialization between the U.S. and U.K.
The partnership will connect Warwick researchers and spinouts with Greater Akron’s polymer industry, scale-up facilities and commercialization network, while giving Polymer Industry Cluster companies and researchers access to Warwick’s research expertise, facilities, talent and innovation network.
Read MoreEffective for orders accepted on or after October 15, 2026, or as contracts allow, Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) will increase prices globally for all Cabot aerogel grades and Thermal Wrap™ flexible insulation blankets. Price increases will be up to 10 percent, depending on product and region.
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