Covestro Announces Acquisition of Pontacol, Expands Specialty Films Portfolio

Covestro announced that the company has signed an agreement to acquire Pontacol, a Swiss manufacturer of multilayer adhesive films. With the acquisition, Covestro expands its specialty films portfolio and advances the implementation of its “Sustainable Future” corporate strategy. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025. Christian Baier, chief Financial Officer […]
Pregis Expands Multi-Layer Technology for Barrier Films at South Carolina Facility

Pregis®, a global leader in protective packaging, mailing and bagging, and flexible packaging solutions, is expanding its blown film operations at its Anderson, South Carolina, facility by adding capacity for its ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) barrier film options. Increased production of EVOH barrier films will allow the company to scale a variety of solutions, including […]
Covestro Expands Capacity for Specialty Films in Thailand

With the mechanical completion of new production lines at the Map Ta Phut Industrial Park in Thailand, Covestro has further increased its global capacity for polycarbonate (PC) specialty films. With an investment in the higher double-digit million-euro range, the project has been completed on schedule. IT will create a total of around 40 new jobs. […]
Bostik and Brückner Maschinenbau Partner to Deliver Innovative BOPET Lidding Films

Bostik and Brückner Maschinenbau (Brückner), a global cast extrusion line manufacturer, have partnered to develop a coextruded, peelable, BOPET lidding film that addresses film producers’ demands for streamlined production efficiencies, improved consumer ease of use, and reduced end-of-life impact through the use of optimized equipment. The partnership is driven by the market’s lack of a […]
AVERY DENNISON PERFORMANCE TAPES: Films and Tapes for EV Battery Cells

Avery Dennison Performance Tapes recently introduced the latest advancements in pressure-sensitive adhesive material solutions for EV battery cells with its new Cell Wrapping and Electrode Fixing Tapes. Both products are made in the U.S. for Inflation Reduction Act compliance. Dielectric Cell Wrapping Films Dielectric cell wrapping films are an electrical insulation solution designed to help […]