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Ottawa to appeal Federal Court plastics ruling

The federal government is appealing last week's decision that found it went too far in categorizing all plastic items as toxic.


Lego expanding production in Mexico

The packing facility and warehouse extension in Monterrey will increase the site’s capacity to support long-term growth in the Americas.


Americhem, Nexeo sign North American distribution deal

Nexeo Plastics has been named the preferred distributor of Americhem's engineered compounds in North America.


LyondellBasell to build industrial-scale advanced recycling plant in Germany

The plant is designed to recycle the amount of plastic packaging waste generated by over 1.2 million German citizens per year.


CFIB pushes for cost-pressure relief from upcoming Fall Economic Statement

The independent business organization is urging the feds to extend the CEBA forgivable deadline further to Dec. 31, 2024.


NatureWorks enters into two new distribution agreements

The bioplastics maker has reached distribution agreements with Bamberger Polymers and Channel Prime Alliance.


Hexpol buys TPE compounder Star Thermoplastic

The deal will enable Sweden's Hexpol to enter the North American TPE market.


ProMach acquires Sentry Equipment & Erectors

Sentry manufactures conveyor and container-handling machines.


 
 
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Myths about plastic pollution are leading to public confusion: here’s why

There is a risk that an excessive reliance on emotive imagery may distract away from the policy that is actually needed. » Read More...

Researchers 3D-print a robotic hand with bones, ligaments, and tendons

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