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21 January 2026

Vioneo Shelves Antwerp Green Polymers Plan, Moves Project to China

The company has scrapped its proposed €1.5 billion Antwerp investment aimed at fossil free PE and PP. Vioneo says supply chain and green methanol availability make China the more viable location.

20 January 2026

İKMİB Strengthens Trade Engagements in Morocco and Nigeria

Two trade delegations organized by İKMİB for the home and kitchenware sector were held in Morocco and Nigeria in January. More than 440 B2B meetings took place in Casablanca and Lagos, enabling Turkish companies to meet directly with buyers and explore new business opportunities.

19 January 2026

PLASFED Steps Up Engagement in Ankara

PLASFED held a two-day program in Ankara, visiting TUSAŞ, HAVELSAN, and ASELSAN, as well as TOBB, ASO, and ATO. The meetings focused on cooperation opportunities centered on domestic production, supply chain strength, and sustainable industrial policies.

12 January 2026

Plastic Exports Near $10 Billion in 2025

Despite global uncertainty and cost pressures, Türkiye’s plastics sector increased its exports to nearly $10 billion in 2025. According to TİM data, “plastics and plastic products” led the chemical sector with $9.567 billion in exports, while PLASFED President Ömer Karadeniz highlighted the industry’s strong contribution to Türkiye’s overall export growth.

07 January 2026

Burpol Ranks Third Nationwide at ISO Green Transformation Awards 2025

Burpol Polymer ranked third nationwide in the “Sustainability Strategy” category at the ISO Green Transformation Awards 2025. Selected among hundreds of applications across Türkiye, the company’s recognition highlights its circular economy-focused roadmap. The award was accepted by Burpol Chair of the Board İlkay Yıldırım.

07 January 2026

PLASTEX 2026 Opens in Cairo

Held under the auspices of Egypt’s Ministry of Trade and Industry, PLASTEX 2026 will bring industry professionals together in Cairo from 9 to 12 January 2026. One of the largest plastics and rubber trade platforms in the Middle East and North Africa, the event is expected to host more than 500 exhibitors and over 32,000 visitors. With strong Turkish participation, PLASTEX stands out as a strategic meeting point for companies aiming to access growing opportunities across the region.

06 January 2026

EU Boosts Circular Economy in Plastics: First Pilot Measures Announced

The European Commission has unveiled its first pilot action package aimed at accelerating circularity in the plastics sector. The new measures focus on EU-wide standards for recycled plastics and clearer rules for chemical recycling. More comprehensive legislation is expected to follow with the Circular Economy Act planned for 2026.

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