November 2024 Blow Molding Blog
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November 5, 2024
Breakthrough: World’s First Pharmaceutical Bottles Made from Wood-Based PET
Breakthrough: World’s First Pharmaceutical Bottles Made from Wood-Based PET
In a groundbreaking development for the pharmaceutical packaging industry, UPM, Selenis, and Bormioli have announced a strategic partnership aimed at advancing sustainable packaging solutions. Their collaboration has led to the creation of the world's first pharmaceutical bottles made from partially wood-based PET (polyethylene terephthalate), marking a significant milestone in the push for more eco-friendly and circular packaging materials.
UPM Selenis, known for its innovation in sustainable polymers, has harnessed renewable resources to create a new generation of PET that is partially derived from wood-based materials. This not only reduces the reliance on fossil fuels but also supports the recycling and reuse of materials, aligning with global sustainability goals. The new bottles, which will be used in the pharmaceutical sector, represent a major step forward in reducing plastic waste while maintaining the safety and integrity required for medicinal packaging.
Bormioli, a leader in packaging solutions, brings its expertise in design and manufacturing to ensure the highest quality standards for these new products. Their role in this partnership is crucial in adapting this innovative PET technology for use in real-world pharmaceutical applications.
This partnership between UPM Selenis and Bormioli is a clear example of how industry leaders are working together to create smarter, more sustainable packaging solutions. By embracing cutting-edge technologies, they are not only meeting regulatory demands but also helping to reduce the environmental impact of plastic packaging in the pharmaceutical industry. Learn more here.
UPM Selenis, known for its innovation in sustainable polymers, has harnessed renewable resources to create a new generation of PET that is partially derived from wood-based materials. This not only reduces the reliance on fossil fuels but also supports the recycling and reuse of materials, aligning with global sustainability goals. The new bottles, which will be used in the pharmaceutical sector, represent a major step forward in reducing plastic waste while maintaining the safety and integrity required for medicinal packaging.
Bormioli, a leader in packaging solutions, brings its expertise in design and manufacturing to ensure the highest quality standards for these new products. Their role in this partnership is crucial in adapting this innovative PET technology for use in real-world pharmaceutical applications.
This partnership between UPM Selenis and Bormioli is a clear example of how industry leaders are working together to create smarter, more sustainable packaging solutions. By embracing cutting-edge technologies, they are not only meeting regulatory demands but also helping to reduce the environmental impact of plastic packaging in the pharmaceutical industry. Learn more here.
November 23, 2024
SABIC Expands Global Footprint with $170M Ultem Resin Facility in Singapore
SABIC Expands Global Footprint with $170M Ultem Resin Facility in Singapore
SABIC has officially inaugurated its $170-million Ultem™ polyetherimide (PEI) resin manufacturing facility in Singapore, marking a milestone in the company’s specialty chemicals operations. This advanced facility, SABIC’s first in the Asia-Pacific region, aims to meet the rising demand for high-performance thermoplastics across key high-tech and manufacturing sectors, including markets in Japan and China.
The new facility supports SABIC’s strategic goal to increase global Ultem resin production capacity by over 50%. Complementing its existing production sites in Mt. Vernon, Indiana, and Cartagena, Spain, the Singapore site reinforces SABIC’s position as a global leader in specialty materials. The initiative was supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), underscoring the importance of localized, reliable supply chains for complex industries.
The launch event was graced by notable dignitaries, including Low Yen Ling, Senior Minister of State for the Ministry of Trade and Industry; SABIC’s Chairman Khalid H. Al-Dabbagh; CEO Abdulrahman Al-Fageeh; and Omar Al-Harthi, Deputy Head of Mission for the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Singapore. Al-Fageeh emphasized the facility’s role in driving regional innovation: “Singapore’s widely networked trade agreements provide us with competitive access to markets, while the facility demonstrates our commitment to supporting high-tech economies and advanced manufacturing sectors.”
Recent advancements in SABIC’s Ultem portfolio, including bio-based resins for sustainable applications, further highlight the material’s versatility in electronics, automotive, aerospace, and medical industries. This expansion reflects SABIC’s vision to power the future of advanced applications worldwide. Learn more about this topic here.
The new facility supports SABIC’s strategic goal to increase global Ultem resin production capacity by over 50%. Complementing its existing production sites in Mt. Vernon, Indiana, and Cartagena, Spain, the Singapore site reinforces SABIC’s position as a global leader in specialty materials. The initiative was supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), underscoring the importance of localized, reliable supply chains for complex industries.
The launch event was graced by notable dignitaries, including Low Yen Ling, Senior Minister of State for the Ministry of Trade and Industry; SABIC’s Chairman Khalid H. Al-Dabbagh; CEO Abdulrahman Al-Fageeh; and Omar Al-Harthi, Deputy Head of Mission for the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Singapore. Al-Fageeh emphasized the facility’s role in driving regional innovation: “Singapore’s widely networked trade agreements provide us with competitive access to markets, while the facility demonstrates our commitment to supporting high-tech economies and advanced manufacturing sectors.”
Recent advancements in SABIC’s Ultem portfolio, including bio-based resins for sustainable applications, further highlight the material’s versatility in electronics, automotive, aerospace, and medical industries. This expansion reflects SABIC’s vision to power the future of advanced applications worldwide. Learn more about this topic here.
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