Zhejiang Yusei Plastic Mould, China plans new plant in Serbia On July 2, the Government of the Republic of Serbia, the City of Niš, and the Chinese company Zhejiang Yusei Plastic Mould Group CO LTD signed a memorandum of understanding to construct the company's new factory in Niš. The project involves a EUR 26.5 million investment to build a new, modern production facility next to the current factory and partner Xingyu. It will employ 280 new w...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Minghua de Mexico designated by North American EV manufacturer for exterior trim project Minghua de Mexico, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jiangnan Mould & Plastic Technology Co., Ltd. (JMPT), was recently designated by a North American EV manufacturer for an exterior trim project. According to the customer’s plan, the project is expected to start mass production in January 2026, with a lifecycle of 5 years, an estimated total sales volume of 36...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

OPmobility wins contract for record-time product development from automotive manufacturer in India OPmobility SE (formerly Plastic Omnium) has secured a contract from an automotive manufacturer in India for the record-time development of a full bumper and grille for one of its customer’s light duty truck models. The contract was awarded thanks to OPmobility’s ability to deliver a prototype and series-ready product in under 15 months, faster t...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

position, enabling full vertical engagement without the risk of contact damage.  The new battery connector series features ultra-robust and -reliable gold-plated beryllium copper (BeCu) contacts that deliver excellent electrical and mechanical performance for up to 5,000 mating cycles and optional plastic locating bosses and solder tabs that maximize the mechanical stability of the connector in high-shock and vibration environments, like automot...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

lorer and Aviator, the root cause behind the recall condition is a misaligned easy-entry seat folding switch bezel. Due to incorrect installation, an interference between the bezel and switch button may lead to intermittent binding or sticking of said button. The bezel is manufactured by Engineered Plastic Components of Bellevue, Ohio.  Owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 23, 2025. Dealer...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

Ilshin Plastic to build new plant in Daegu, South Korea South Korea’s Ilshin Plastic Co., Ltd. announced that it will build a new factory in the Daegu Metropolitan City, investing Korean won (KRW) 30.9 billion (JPY 3.4 billion). The company has its headquarters and a plant in the Daegu Metropolitan City and manufactures plastic automotive interior and exterior parts. With this investment, it aims to respond to a continuously growing number of n...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

EU sets new end-of-life vehicle rules with mandatory recycled plastic targets and expanded scope On June 17, the European Council adopted its stance on new end-of-life vehicle (ELV) rules aimed at improving vehicle reuse, recycling, and recovery. The regulation sets a mandatory target for recycled plastics and may add future targets for recycled steel, aluminium, and critical raw materials. The updated rules expand the scope to include more vehic...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

(hereinafter, ‘Techniplas Brazil’), a Brazilian subsidiary of the Techniplas Group, for an enterprise value of around EUR 65 million. Techniplas Brazil, based in Piracicaba (São Paulo), has around 600 employees and 2024 sales of approximately EUR 50 million. The company specializes in complex plastic components, including decorative parts and functional components, integrating injection, bi-injection, or dual injection, painting, and assemb...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17

o 2021, down to 263.55 tons of CO2e. Additionally, between 2023 and 2024, VWCO achieved a 26% reduction in energy use, a 28% decrease in water consumption, and a 22% cut in waste generation. As part of its innovation efforts, VWCO developed Brazil’s first Arla 32 tank made from sugarcane-based bioplastic. In 2024, this initiative prevented the emission of 1,150 tons of CO2e and reduced electricity usage in its production by 20%, contributing to...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17

adds hidden land value. Mag Filters’ benefits for Belrise include adding a new Japanese 4W OEM customer and strengthening its penetration with another Japanese 2W OEM. Mag Filters brings proprietary filtration system design expertise and a fully equipped in-house R&D setup. Operations include 24 plastic molding machines with a capacity of up to 2,200 MT, adding INR 1,000 of content per vehicle for 4W. Based on the Belrise Industries Limited in...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

OPmobility presents innovations for road safety at Viva Technology in Paris, France OPmobility SE (formerly Plastic Omnium) will present its innovations for road safety at the stand of IMPACT, Association Antoine Alléno, during the Viva Technology 2025 in Paris, France, held from June 11-14. This marks the company’s first participation at the event. Among the featured solutions is the Digital Front Fascia, which integrates a curved mini-LED di...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

OPmobility partners with startup AIRY Automotive on composite material 3D printing for lightweight battery casing OPmobility SE (formerly Plastic Omnium) has partnered with Danish startup AIRY Automotive to develop a new generation of lightweight battery casing using continuous composite material 3D printing technology. Their collaboration was honored with the Plug and Play Global Innovation Award 2025 in the “Manufacturing” category at START...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/09

Nigeria plans local production of plastic vehicle components On June 6, multiple sources reported that the Director-General of the Nigerian Automotive Design and Development Council announced plans to start producing plastic automotive parts locally, leveraging the country’s access to affordable petroleum by-products. He also revealed that 12 universities, two from each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, have been chosen to collaborate on d...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

Envalior, Germany presents electrolyte additive and plastic solutions at Battery Show Europe On June 2, Envalior announced that it would showcase electrolyte additives and plastic solutions that significantly improve the safety, performance, and lifespan of electric vehicle (EV) batteries and associated electronics at Battery Show Europe.  It will present the succinonitrile Stanyl SN-PURE, a high-performance additive for electrolyte systems of l...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

to planting 33,000 trees. The company’s plants in Ávila and Cantabria have also cut over 800 tons of CO2 emissions through energy efficiency and recycling initiatives. Ávila’s plant has introduced technologies that save energy and water while cutting waste, including solar energy systems and plastic and metal recycling. Cantabria has avoided 500 tons of CO2 emissions through lighting upgrades and circular economy practices like reusing 7,5...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

Thai PJW stays resilient amid headwinds, auto sector drives growth Reported on May 30, 2025, Thailand’s SET-listed Panjawattana Plastics Plc (PJW) anticipates its 2025 performance will align with that of 2023, driven by stable demand for its core products, especially in the automotive sector, and emerging business opportunities. Despite sluggish economic conditions and delayed government spending in 2024, PJW managed to maintain a solid financi...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

EIB grants EUR 30 million loan to Teknia, Spain for automotive innovation and green manufacturing On May 30, the European Investment Bank (EIB) granted EUR 30 million to Teknia, a Spanish company that makes metal and plastic car parts in 13 countries. The loan will fund Teknia’s R&D and the use of new technologies in manufacturing for the automotive sector. The investment will support facilities in Spain, Poland, Romania, Germany, Sweden, and C...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

months, the facility includes 12 workstations with rooftop access platforms, a thermal chamber that reaches 50°C for climate comfort tests, and areas for testing noise, vibration, handling, and energy use. It also houses sections for metal part assembly, wooden part production, and 3D printing of plastic parts up to 1.5 meters in size. The center employs over 50 people, including 20 engineers. Training hours will be increased by 25% this year t...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

00 km/h in 3.8 seconds, 0.2 seconds faster than the standard M2. The top speed is 302 km/h (188 mph) with the M Driver’s Package, included as standard. Visually, the M2 CS stands out with CFRP components and exclusive design touches. BMW has cut about 30 kg of weight using carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) parts inside and out. These include a carbon roof, rear diffuser, boot lid with ducktail, and centre console. Inside, it features BMW...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

Scania Brazil switches to recycled PET for truck grilles On May 7, Scania Brazil announced that it now makes the front grilles known as "T-bone" using recycled PET plastic. It is produced at its São Bernardo do Campo factory. Scania’s Brazilian procurement team worked with local suppliers who collect and recycle used PET bottles. These are cleaned, processed, and combined with polycarbonate to create a durable, high-quality plastic used in tru...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28