NEWS Arkema to add new polyamide unit


Arkema has announced the construc- tion of a new Rilsan Clear transparent polyamide unit at its Singapore facility at a cost of around $20m. The investment will triple Arkema’s


global production capacity of this polyamide and help meet growing global demand for sustainable high- performance transparent materials in markets such as eyewear, consumer electronics, healthcare devices, and home appliances. The new unit is expected to be operational in the first quarter of 2026. “We are very proud to take this new step forward with this expansion dedicated to transparent polyamides


New


Aimplas project


Aimplas has launched the Reciplus project, which aims to improve recycling of multilayer plastic materials which can pose a significant challenge at the end of their life cycle due to the complexity of separating and processing their various components. In the project, different


strategies are being explored to address the recycling of multilayer structures using innovative technologies such as physicochemical delamina- tion with supercritical fluids. Mireia Fernández at


Aimplas, said it used chemical solvents under supercritical fluid pressure and temperature condi- tions, which reduces processing time and solvent usage. �www.aimplas.net


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as it aligns with the evolving demand landscape, showcasing our commit- ment to global growth,” said Laurent Tellier, Senior Vice-President High Performance Polymers & Fluorochemi- cals at Arkema. “It marks the next step in developing


our strategic platform in Singapore to support our valued customers in Asia and beyond.” Arkema is a leading producer of bio-


based transparent polyamides, including its flagship grades Rilsan Clear Rnew G850 and G820 which contain 45% and 62% bio-based carbon origin respectively. �www.arkema.com


Arkema’s Rilsan Clear


transparent polyamide is used in medical devices and other applications


Vynova winding up Dutch PVC production site


Belgian PVC and chlor-alkali company Vynova has announced its intention to cease PVC production at its site in Beek, the Nether- lands, by November 2025. Located within the Chemelot industrial park, the Beek plant has been operational since 1972, employs around 100 people, and has a production capacity of


225,000 tonnes/yr. “Our announcement follows a comprehensive review of our manufacturing footprint in light of ongoing economic, regulatory, and market challenges,” said Christophe André, CEO of Vynova. “The European PVC market is under strong pressure due to global overcapacity, persistently


weak demand, and in- creased competition from regions with lower produc- tion costs and less stringent regulations. These condi- tions are unlikely to improve in the near term.” He said the closure will


enable Vynova to strength- en its long-term competi- tiveness. �www.vynova-group.com


Zenimid gets off the ground


Arkema and its affiliate PI Advanced Materials have announced Zenimid as the new brand name for their high-performance polyim- ide, marking a commitment to expand the product range’s reach across various markets such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics. The material, available in film, varnish, and stock


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shape, is engineered to perform in the most demanding environments, offering exceptional dimensional stability, flexibility, heat resistance, chemical resistance, and electrical insulation. “The launch of Zenimid


brand reflects its evolution into a standalone brand known for cutting-edge


performance, innovation, and durability,” said Hee- Joon Ham, Chief Financial and Strategy Officer at PI Advanced Materials. The strategic move is intended to enable clear communica- tion of the product’s value to customers and support its continued growth. �www.arkema.com �www.pimaterials.com


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