Materials
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Arnold Magnetic Technologies has secured a long-term Western rare earth supply agreement. The deal with Less Common Metals and Solvay underpins access to critical materials for advanced permanent magnets, as aerospace, defence, automotive, and energy manufacturers push harder on supply chain resilience and material traceability.
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CleanStream recycling technology gains major recognition across two industry awards. Amcor’s advanced PP recycling process has been celebrated at the Plastics Industry Awards and the mrw National Recycling Awards, underscoring its ability to deliver high-purity PCR material at scale. The accolades arrive as brands face tighter recycled-content and packaging-impact regulation.
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Emirates Biotech has launched Embio, a UAE-made PLA biopolymer range. The portfolio is stocked locally to cut lead times and support regional converters shifting to plant-based materials. Embio grades cover packaging, fibres, and 3D printing applications, offering lower-carbon alternatives to traditional plastics with verified compliance and technical support.
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Diamond films show strong resistance to mineral scaling in pipelines. The study demonstrates how nitrogen-terminated coatings sharply reduce buildup, offering a potential long-life alternative to chemical treatments.
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Terram has introduced a geotextile engineered to protect pond liners. The new nonwoven material provides a durable buffer between impermeable membranes and subgrade soils, reducing puncture risk during installation and throughout service life, while its malleable construction supports complex pond and attenuation tank designs.
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Packaging specialist Pusterla 1880 launches cellulose fitments to cut plastics. The FSC-certified moulded material offers a recyclable, biodegradable alternative to EPS and foam inserts, giving luxury packaging customers a plastic-free option without sacrificing protection, aesthetics, or brand detail, as the company strengthens its sustainability programme.
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Metalysis has been chosen by Skyrora to develop a novel alloy. The European Space Agency–funded programme will test new material Tanbium for rocket engine use through additive manufacturing, marking a significant trial in propulsion materials design and European supply capability.
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A novel 3D-printed metamaterial may revolutionise vehicle safety. Researchers from Scotland and Italy have developed a unique lattice structure that twists upon impact, offering versatile protection. This innovation enables mechanical control over energy absorption, potentially enhancing automotive and aerospace safety by adapting to various collision scenarios.
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Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will showcase its latest medical injection moulding technology at Plastics Live Ireland 2025. The company aims to expand its footprint in Ireland’s fast-growing medical manufacturing sector with new high-speed, energy-efficient cleanroom machines.
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Copper prices are testing record highs as the world races to electrify. The metal that underpins renewable power, grids, and electric vehicles is also the one in shortest supply — exposing a fundamental contradiction at the heart of the energy transition.
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