Polymer Industry News & Insights

In an official statement, Jam Petrochemical emphasized operational management, production continuity and returning the HDPE unit to service.

A site visit in Assaluyeh highlighted Jam Petrochemical’s value-chain role and the importance of accelerating reconstruction and a full production restart.

New executive management was appointed to strengthen operational coordination, production continuity and implementation of the unit’s operating program.

Jam’s nine-month review reports higher production, above-plan output in selected polyethylene grades and continued support for downstream manufacturers.

Industry output reached about 54 million tonnes and exports 22 million tonnes, while lower global product prices continued to pressure export value.

The 2024/25 review highlights polymer and chemical exports, broader market diversification and Jam’s value-focused sales strategy.

LYB and Mondelez introduced a packaging structure using Circulen Revive polymers and a certified mass-balance approach for demanding food applications.

Borealis and value-chain partners are assessing an integrated collection, sorting and mechanical-recycling system for polyolefin waste.

BASF presented depolymerization and solvent-based routes designed to return end-of-life PA6 automotive parts to high-quality engineering materials.