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Ford, GM, Fiat Chrysler suspend all North American production to stop coronavirus spread
by Canadian PlasticsThe decisions follow discussions with the United Autoworkers Union as it urged the Big Three automakers to help look out for workers’ wellbeing.
DSM partners with Sabic and UPM Biofuels to create bio-based Dyneema
by Canadian PlasticsThe partnership represents a big step in realizing Dyneema’s goal of sourcing at least 60 per cent of its feedstock from bio-based raw materials by 2030.
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Huntsman to acquire CVC Thermoset Specialties for $300 million
by Canadian PlasticsThe deal will complement Huntsman’s Advanced Materials portfolio and improve its epoxy-based materials, Huntsman said.
PolyOne makes new leadership appointments ahead of Clariant acquisition
by Canadian PlasticsThe Avon Lake, Ohio-based company is establishing two leadership roles with designated regional responsibilities for its Colour, Additives and Inks segment.
Coronavirus leads Ford to idle Chicago assembly plant because of parts shortage
by Canadian PlasticsThe closure is due to COVID-19 cases that halted work at a nearby Ford parts supplier.
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U.S. Department of Energy announces $25 million for plastics recycling R&D
by Canadian PlasticsThe funding opportunity announcement is part of the department’s Plastics Innovation Challenge program to advance innovations in plastics recycling technologies.
Mitsubishi Chemical buys two European plastics recycling companies
by Canadian PlasticsIn a move to bring supply of recycled resins in-house, the Tokyo-based chemical firm has acquired Swiss recycling firms Minger Kunststofftechnik AG and Minger Plastic AG.
Good Natured Products buys Shepherd Thermoforming & Packaging
by Canadian PlasticsThe $9.5 million acquisition includes all of Shepherd Thermoforming’s assets, including machinery, molds, and a 42,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Brampton, Ont.
Graham Engineering names Paul Lemmers as vice president of operations
by Canadian PlasticsLemmers joins Graham Engineering following a 19 year career at Danaher/Fortive Corp., where he served in senior operations roles of progressing responsibility in four of its businesses.
Ontario declares state of emergency over coronavirus outbreak
by Canadian PlasticsDuring a March 17 public announcement, Premier Ford emphasized that the emergency declaration is not a provincial shut down, and that the majority of businesses will not be affected by the order.
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Outgoing CPIA head Carol Hochu looks back
by Canadian PlasticsAs the Canadian Plastics Industry Association prepares to merge with the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada on July 1, outgoing CPIA head Carol Hochu reflects on her time filling one of the most important jobs in our sector.
Lloyd’s Register joins 3R anti-plastic waste initiative
by Canadian PlasticsThe 3R initiative brings together food businesses, industry experts, and NGOs to develop, test and implement three solutions designed to recover, reduce, and recycle plastic waste more effectively.
Starbucks trials NextGen Cup solution in Vancouver
by Canadian PlasticsThe cup, which is also being tested in five other cities, features an innovative cup liner made from the bioplastic BioPBS, which makes the cup certified compostable and recyclable.
Ontario announces job protection for workers during the COVID-19 outbreak
by Canadian PlasticsOntario’s provincial government will introduce legislation that, if passed, would immediately provide job-protected leave to employees in isolation or quarantine due to COVID-19, or those who need to be away from work to care for children because of school or day care closures.
Canada closing border to most non-residents, exempts U.S. citizens
by Canadian PlasticsThe restrictions come into effect March 18, and do not apply to Americans due to the many close connections bewteen Canada and the U.S.
Recycler, rotomolder Fibertech appoints new COO
by Canadian PlasticsThe Elberfeld, Ind.-based company has appointed Brent Rasche to the position.
New Jersey legislators vote to ban single-use plastic bags
by Canadian PlasticsBut the legislation still needs the New Jersey state Assembly to pass its own version of the law and have Democrat governor Philip Murphy sign it before it’s enacted.