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Holcim UK acquires Thames Materials Limited
The move reinforces the company’s position in the CDM sector in London and its surrounding areas.
Symphony Environmental promotes d2p flame-retardant plastic masterbatch
The material helps to reduce the threat of fire while also complying with safety regulations.
Orion S.A. expands its ability to provide high-performance carbon materials
The technologies will help to modernise electricity grids, build data centres for artificial intelligence, and aid with the transition to renewable energy.
Emirates Biotech launch its new PLA biopolymers line
The Embio product range offers a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics.
Instron upgrades its in-line production process
Instron has upgraded its manufacturing process of its drop tower impact testing systems, eliver shorter lead times and increased production efficiency, all forming part of Instron’s broader Operational Excellence programme.

Paper packaging specialist EP Group is continuing to grow in the UK and globally, working with big brands and winning awards.

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Flexible packaging giant ProAmpac has agreed a £1.12bn deal to buy flexibles specialist TC Transcontinental Packaging.

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Carton manufacturer Falconer Print & Packaging has worked with luxury drinks brand Toby&Co to create a four-can presentation pack for its inaugural expression.

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The Label Makers has announced the acquisition of Redcar-based First Choice Labels, bringing two specialists in the self-adhesive label market.

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Nitrocellulose (NC) has long been a staple in the production of solvent-based inks and coatings, offering excellent formulation, printing and application performance.

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Watch Australian teens test out social media on first day of ban
Teenagers affected by Australia's under 16 social media showed the BBC what happened when they tried to access their accounts.
Thousands of flood defences below standard as Storm Bram hits
A BBC study lays bare the scale of flood defences in England that are in need of maintenance.
Iain Douglas-Hamilton, pioneering elephant conservationist, dies aged 83
His groundbreaking field research was instrumental in banning the international ivory trade and protecting elephants from poachers.
Man who grabbed Ariana Grande kicked out of Lady Gaga concert
The incident in Australia comes after the man was jailed for nine days and deported from Singapore for public nuisance.
The Papers: Trump says Europe 'weak' and 'faithful servant' Winkleman
The US president has attacked Europe, with his comments splashed across a number of Wednesday's front pages.