Beyond volume: Westfalia Fruit sets out its vision for the next phase of avocado growth in Asia

Beyond volume: Westfalia Fruit sets out its vision for the next phase of avocado growth in Asia. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR062)Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, believes the next phase of avocado growth in Asia will be driven by more than increasing volumes. As markets across the region develop, understanding how consumers choose, use and experience avocados will become increasingly important, requiring a more integrated approach from research and growing through to ripening, product development and category support.

Envalior at Fakuma 2026: Smarter and sustainable material solutions for evolving industry needs

Envalior at Fakuma 2026: Smarter and sustainable material solutions for evolving industry needs. 
Photo: EnvaliorEnvalior, a global leader in Sustainable & High-Performance Engineering Materials, will showcase its growing range of advanced material solutions for Automotive, E&E, Consumer and Industrial Goods at the Fakuma 2026 trade show, taking place from October 12 to 16, 2026 in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Visitors can find Envalior's experts in Hall B4, stand 4302.

AddWorks PPA 101 FG enables PFAS-free polymer processing in polyolefin extrusion applications

PFAS-free AddWorks PPA 101 FG solves melt fracture (sharkskin) and prevents die build-up in PE blown and cast film. 
© ClariantAddWorks PPA 101 FG is a PFAS-free polymer processing aid (PPA) for polyolefin extrusion applications, based on Clariant's proprietary organic material technology. In PE blown and cast films, it solves melt fracture – commonly called sharkskin – and it prevents die build-up. For decades, fluoropolymer-based polymer processing aids have been the standard solution to these challenging production issues but tightening global PFAS regulations and even selective bans in certain regions and applications are the driving forces behind the emerging conventional fluoropolymer technology phase-out. Clariant’s AddWorks PPA 101 FG is suitable for LLDPE based packaging, agricultural, and building & construction film applications amongst others. Unlike fluoropolymer-based PPAs, it contains no PFAS, no silicone, nor inorganic substances, it is non-hazardous and label-free, and holds broad food contact approvals under FDA, EFSA, Mercosur, China GB, and Japanese regulations.

Syensqo brings aromatic compounding capability to India

Syensqo's Panoli site, India. 
(Photo: Syensqo, PR130)Syensqo, a global leader in high-performance materials, is investing in a new compounding line for high-performance aromatic polymers at its Panoli site in India, strengthening its ability to serve customers in one of the world’s fastest-growing automotive markets.

Polyblend confirms €4 million investment to accelerate the production of compounds based on recycled plastics

Photo of plastic silos belonging to Polyblend GmbH at the Bad Sobernheim site.Polyblend has announced the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the conversion of an existing production line at its site in Bad Sobernheim, Germany. This €4 million investment will expand the production of compounds incorporating mechanically recycled materials, in line with the Company’s ambition to strengthen polymer circularity through three key pillars: Rethink plastic use, Reduce its impact, Recycle and develop circularity.

Formulation complexity in wet wipes: The hidden challenge to preservation and how formulators can solve it!

Formulation complexity in wet wipes: The hidden challenge to preservation and how formulators can solve it!. (picture: AI-generated) © ClariantWet wipes are among the most challenging personal care products to preserve. Their high water activity, repeated consumer exposure, long shelf life and increasingly sophisticated formulations combine to create ideal conditions for microbial growth. Meanwhile, consumers are demanding ever gentler, more multifunctional and environmentally responsible juices for wipes that contain a greater proportion of biodegradable ingredients. As a result, formulators must strike a delicate balance, safeguarding product safety while still driving forward innovative product development.

Belden Launches New Edge Connectivity, Resilient Switching and High-Density Infrastructure Innovations

Belden launches new edge connectivity, resilient switching and high-density infrastructure innovations. 
(Photo: Belden, PR574)Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global provider of complete connection solutions, today announced the launch of new products and portfolio expansions designed to help customers build more efficient, resilient and scalable IT/OT networks—spanning industrial device connectivity, wireless orchestration, rugged switching and power options, high-density fiber infrastructure and life-safety cabling.