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Klöckner Pentaplast exits bankruptcy with new ownership

Posted on: 09 April 2026 Plastics packaging and film manufacturer Klöckner Pentaplast Group (KP) has successfully completed its financial restructuring and emerged from US Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.

Synthomer launches bio-based release coatings

Posted on: 08 April 2026 Suncryl Bio range offers silicone-free, PFAS-free options for pressure-sensitive applications.

Henkel kicks off its anniversary year 2026

Posted on: 07 April 2026 This year, Henkel is celebrating a special anniversary: 150 years ago, on 26 September 1876, Fritz Henkel founded the company, which over the course of its history has developed into a global group with around 47,000 employees in more than 70 countries.

Henkel acquires Swiss adhesive maker ATP from Arsenal Capital Partners

Posted on: 03 April 2026 ATP Adhesive Systems produces engineered adhesive tapes for medical, electronics, automotive, and construction markets, serving customers across Europe and North America.

ATP Adhesive Systems: Sale to Henkel marks exit for specialty adhesives platform

Posted on: 01 April 2026 Arsenal Capital Partners announced it has completed the sale of ATP Adhesive Systems, a Switzerland-based manufacturer of engineered adhesive tapes, to Henkel AG & Co. KGaA.

Sonoco Plastics invests in moulding tech for films and tapes

Posted on: 31 March 2026 The upgrade will increase production of 3-inch plastic winding cores, endwalls, and components used in film and tape applications.

Industry calls for PPWR exemptions for pallet films

Posted on: 30 March 2026 The European packaging industry has responded to a delegated act of the EU Commission with a joint position paper.

Evonik expands strategic distribution partnership with IMCD for VISIOMER® Specialty Methacrylates in the U.S.

Posted on: 29 March 2026 Evonik is expanding its successful Specialty Methacrylates partnership with IMCD, extending their proven collaboration from Brazil and Canada into the U.S. market.