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Borealis starts rPO operation
Borealis said its new compounding line in Beringen, Belgium, for recyclate-containing polyolefins is now fully operational. The company says the move is a signifi- cant step forward in helping customers meet their circularity and sustainability targets without sacrificing perfor- mance and reliability. Using Borealis’ propri-
etary Borcycle M mechani- cal recycling technology, the line combines post- consumer and virgin polyolefins into rigid polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) com- pounds that the company said meet the high standards required for demanding applications in mobility, consumer products, appliances and energy. �
www.borealisgroup.com
Gabriel-Chemie unveils expanded facility
Masterbatch producer Gabriel-Chemie Group has announced the successful completion and official opening of a €7m expansion and modernisation project at its Hungarian production site in Nyíregyháza. With this investment, the company said it strengthens its position as a future-ori- ented partner in the masterbatch industry, and reaffirms its commitment to sustainable growth and long-term competitiveness. Production was uninter- rupted throughout the construction period. The production facility in
Nyíregyháza is considered a central pillar within the Gabriel-Chemie Group, providing masterbatch products not only the Hungarian market but also other locations. As part of the project, the production area was
The company has increased capacity at the facility in Nyíregyháza, Hungary
increased from 540 m² to 1,190 m² and storage space from 300 m² to 1,000 m². This expansion creates space for additional extrusion lines, increasing production capac- ity from 10 to 19 lines which will ultimately enable production of up to 2,500 tonnes/yr.
In addition to the building expansion, targeted investments were also made in energy-effi-
cient technologies, includ- ing a new cooling water system, a dust extraction system with fresh air supply, an air heat pump, and complete air conditioning. Another highlight in the context of sustainability is a planned photovoltaic system, which will make a significant contribution to sustainable energy supply, the company said. �
https://gabriel-chemie.com
New player in recycled polyolefins
GCR Group announced the launch of Rexelian during K2025
Automotive compounder GCR Group has launched Rexelian, a new company specialising in high-perfor- mance recycled materials headquar- tered in Sant Cugat del Vallés, Spain. The new entity will operate as a standalone company while utilising infrastructure from GCR Group, which has more than 500,000 tonnes/yr of installed capacity across Europe. Rexelian will focus on developing recycled polyolefin com- pounds for mobility, appliances, and electronics applications. “Rexelian represents a new
generation of companies; agile, 8 COMPOUNDING WORLD | November 2025
technically driven, and fully aligned with the demands of the circular economy,” said Antoni González, General Director of Rexelian. The new company will target automotive OEMs and Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers with materials designed for interior, exterior, and under-the-hood components, while also serving the appliance and electronics sectors. Its integrated value chain extends from feedstock sourcing to compound production. The company is currently engaged in a range of pilot projects. �
https://rexelian.com
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IMAGE: GABRIEL-CHEMIE
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