Fresh developments have emerged in the European recycled polyethylene terephthalate (R-PET) market, with a UK-based producer heard to have announced new offers for September 2025 shipment. According to a Polymerupdate source, the producer has set its offer for R-PET clear bottle flake IV 0.74 grade at GBP 1,400 per metric ton in 20-ton lots on […]
Fresh activity has been reported in Europe’s polypropylene markets, with a UK-based producer heard to have announced new offers for recycled polypropylene (R-PP) injection grades for September 2025 shipment. According to a source, the producer has offered R-PP injection grade (medium melt, black colour, MFI 10) at GBP 910 per metric ton, alongside PP injection […]
Fresh recycled polyethylene activity has surfaced in Europe, with a UK-based producer heard to have offered its recycled high-density polyethylene (R-HDPE) blow moulding grade at GBP 687.50 per metric ton. The grade, specified as mixed colour with a melt flow index (MFI) of 0.95, is being offered in 20-ton lots on an Ex Works basis […]
In a groundbreaking move for sustainable materials, Vioneo has awarded ECI Group a major contract to build the world’s first low-density polyethylene (LDPE) plant that will operate entirely on fossil-free feedstock. Located in Antwerp, this pioneering facility will harness ECI Group’s advanced autoclave technology to produce 110,000 tonnes per year of LDPE derived from certified […]
European ethylene markets faced a sharp correction on Tuesday, as prices plunged under the weight of subdued demand and persistent oversupply. According to a source in Europe, the downturn was driven by sluggish buying activity, with converters holding back purchases amid broader macroeconomic headwinds. Elevated interest rates and ongoing inflationary pressures have dampened industrial confidence, […]
Ethylene prices in Europe began the week on a firmer note, supported by reports of tighter availability and steady buying activity across the region. Market participants noted that supply constraints, combined with healthy derivative demand, provided upward momentum after weeks of relatively muted trading. An industry source in Europe, “Prices moved higher as reports pointed […]
Propylene markets in Europe began the week on a firmer note, with spot values registering modest gains as improved buying sentiment provided support. Traders reported that regional demand, while not exceptionally strong, was sufficient to lift prices after several weeks of subdued trading activity. An industry source in Europe told Polymerduniya, “Prices gained on the […]
Sasol is preparing to take its No. 1 glycol ethers unit in Marl, Germany, offline next quarter for scheduled maintenance, according to market sources familiar with the matter. A source told that, “The company is expected to shut the unit for maintenance starting October 1, 2025, with operations likely to remain offline until October 31, […]
Polypropylene (PP) prices in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region remained unchanged this week, with market sentiment balanced but clouded by geopolitical uncertainty. A regional industry source told that, “Prices of polypropylene stayed steady in the GCC, with fundamentals largely in equilibrium. However, concerns about a possible resurgence of conflict between Israel and Iran have […]
The European ethylene contract price for September 2025 has settled marginally higher, reflecting a market still balanced between steady demand and ample availability. According to a source, the benchmark contract price was finalized at EUR 1,130 per metric ton FD Northwest Europe, up by EUR 5/mt from August’s settlement level. Market participants described the modest […]
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