Friday, January 25, 2013

Asia to have 46.3% of global bioplastic production capacity, South America over 45%, by 2016

Seismic Fabric delays collapsing of walls due to earthquakes

US plastic film demand to rise 1.9% annually through 2016 US plastic film demand to rise 1.9% annually through 2016

Growth in Asia-Pacific and North American solar panel sectors to drive demand for EVA

Thin color-changing films in sensors to detect food spoilage and security

Bioplastics to grow to 7% of total plastics market by 2020

Plastics to drive US demand for caps and closures to an estimated US$10.4 billion in 2016

Shale gas dominates in 2012; a challenging year despite signs of improvement

Rotational moulding industry in Europe experiences cautious recovery, growing well in India

Cheaper natural gas feedstock from shale to revitalize North American Polyethylene business