MOL Group Signed Cooperation Agreement With the Kazakhstani National Oil Company, KazMunayGas

MOL Group and Kazakhstani national oil company KazMunayGas (KMG) have signed today a cooperation agreement to jointly explore opportunities in the oil, gas and petrochemical sector. This agreement builds on the successful joint venture in Kazakhstan, where MOL, KMG and Sinopec from China have been producing gas and gas condensate at the Rozhkovskoye field.

Under the cooperation agreement, MOL Group and KMG expressed their desire to investigate new growth opportunities in the areas of hydrocarbon exploration and production, technology transfer, crude supply, and petrochemicals as strategic partners, advancing their relationship to a new level.

The Agreement’s key priority is the expansion of the existing exploration and production cooperation and the application of MOL technology in Kazakhstan to increase the yield of mature producing fields and the sale of produced hydrocarbons in Europe. In addition to this, the partners will seek opportunities of potential petrochemical project concepts in Kazakhstan. Also, the two companies are looking for possible import of Kazakh crude oil to Europe and Hungary.

The document was signed in Budapest by MOL Group Chairman and CEO Zsolt Hernádi and KMG Chairman of the Management Board Askhat Khassenov in the framework of the visit of the Kazakh President to Hungary.

“The agreement we signed today further strengthens our 20-years long good relationship with our partners in Kazakhstan. We have been successful in developing the Rozhkovskoye gas field and we found great expertise, friendships and possibilities in Kazakhstan. I must say that we are very much open to have more of this kind of adventures. Today’s signing opens new doors for us and we are confident we will find new projects with KazMunayGas. Here I would like to thank the support of both of our Governments to make this happen. I can promise that we at MOL are eager to boost the Kazakh-Hungarian economic relations further with new flagship projects in the energy sector.” said Zsolt Hernádi, Chairman and CEO of MOL Group. 

MOL celebrates the 20th anniversary of its presence in Kazakhstan this year. The company has so far invested around USD 200 million in the Kazakh oil sector, making it the largest Hungarian investor in the country.

KMG and MOL Group have been successfully working together in the Rozhkovskoye gas and gas-condensate field in Kazakhstan as part of the international joint venture including KMG, Kazakhstan (50%), MOL Group, Hungary (27.5%), and FIOC, China (22.5%). The field was discovered in 2008 and after exploration and appraisal, five out of nine drilled wells were successfully re-completed for production. First gas was reached in December 2023, and since then production of the wells boosted to 1.35 million cubic metres of gas per day gross, contributing by 4,43 thousand barrel per day of oil equivalent to MOL Group’s production.

The agreement signed today with KMG follows the ones MOL Group has recently signed with other strategic partners including the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) and with Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) in Türkiye.

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LEIBINGER’s ‘Plug & Print’ promise now also applies to SAP Shop Floor environments

SAP ranks among the leading ERP systems worldwide. Especially in the food and packaging sectors, SAP plays a key role in the efficient organisation of supply chain processes. As so many LEIBINGER customers come from these sectors, the industrial printer specialist will be offering SAP users even greater convenience, security and efficiency when connecting printers to SAP Shop Floor in the future.

Collaboration with 4IoT GmbH: Simple printer integration

In collaboration with the Freiburg-based SAP digitalisation experts at 4IoT GmbH, their SAP Shop Floor Connect add-on has been expanded to include a LEIBINGER printer library. This enables all LEIBINGER printers to be connected to SAP Plug & Play in a standard application. Michael Wöhrmann, Director of Business Development at LEIBINGER, is delighted with the successful integration: “This represents a significant advantage for our customers, as LEIBINGER printers can now be integrated into the SAP world much more quickly and efficiently. With this work as a foundation, essential customer printer-related business processes can be automated. All printer data and messages are directly available. For instance, automated order releases or production feedback into the SAP system are conceivable. All printer data and messages are directly available.”

Efficient dashboard for LEIBINGER customers directly in SAP

LEIBINGER customers who use SAP now benefit from a clearly organised dashboard where they can view all status data, error messages and process data, including consumables levels (ink and solvents).

Flexible interfaces: Cloud and on-premises

The interface fulfils all requirements and can be operated both in the cloud via the well-known ‘LEIBINGER Connect’ portal as well as on-premises. LEIBINGER’s latest flagship product, the IQJET, provides an OPC UA interface for the on-premises connection. This is especially interesting for sensitive industries such as semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, security and defence.

Availability and support package for Europe

Customers interested in the SAP add-on can obtain it from LEIBINGER with immediate effect. The connection of LEIBINGER printers is free of charge. If additional guidance and support is required, LEIBINGER offers a special support package in collaboration with 4IoT GmbH. This includes integration, training and extended telephone support for SAP users. The offer is initially only valid for Europe due to the binding support times.

Expert opinion

4IoT GmbH Managing Director Stefan Rössel is extremely satisfied with the integration project: “We are experts in automation, digitalisation and maximum security in the SAP environment and have extensively tested the interface. It has never been so easy, secure and reliable for SAP users to seamlessly integrate industrial printers into their SAP Shop Floor world. The collaboration with the LEIBINGER team is extremely productive for everyone involved.”

Presentation at the FACHPACK trade fair

The SAP Shop Floor integration will be presented at the upcoming FACHPACK trade fair between 24 and 26 September in Nuremberg. LEIBINGER’s motto this year is ‘The Art of Innovative Coding’. It ideally suits the 4IoT motto, ‘The Art of Smart Manufacturing’, which underscores the fine art of digital integration.

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Borealis and E-Fuels Leader Infinium to Turn Carbon Emissions into Plastics

New Infinium eNaphtha to serve as sustainable feedstock alternative for plastics used to manufacture consumer goods

EFuels leader Infinium and Borealis, a leading supplier of advanced and sustainable plastic solutions, have entered into an agreement to enable the production of low-carbon-footprint plastics generated from waste carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. These plastics, known as polyolefins, are commonly used in manufacturing consumer goods including packaging, appliances, apparel and medical devices.

“Many people aren’t aware that countless plastics products we use every day come from fossil-based components,” said Infinium CEO Robert Schuetzle. “With Infinium eNaphtha, Borealis will create plastics with an ultra-low carbon footprint for customers and end consumers seeking more sustainable, environmentally friendly alternatives.”

As the world’s first supplier of commercial volumes of eNaphtha, a sustainable drop-in alternative to traditional fossil-based naphtha, Infinium is helping to decarbonize plastics production and reduce harmful CO2 emissions globally. Infinium eNaphtha is manufactured at the company’s Project Pathfinder facility in Corpus Christi, Texas, USA, and commercial eNaphtha volumes are being shipped to Borealis’ Porvoo facility in Finland, which provides advanced and sustainable polyolefin solutions to its manufacturing customers. The world’s first commercial eNaphtha shipment left the United States in May.

Plastics made from Infinium eNaphtha can be produced using the same facilities and manufacturing equipment and recycled in the same way as with a conventional naphtha-based product. eNaphtha produced at the Infinium Pathfinder facility has received ISCC PLUS certification from the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) body. This certification system ensures the traceability of the sustainably produced feedstock from its point of origin throughout the entire chain of custody.

“We are excited to be using Infinium eNaphtha to expand our portfolio of sustainable products,” said Mirjam Mayer, VP Circular Economy Solutions at Borealis. “Atmospheric carbon is a strategic element of the Borealis Circular Cascade approach to foster the transition toward greater circularity in plastics and carbon. It allows us to serve the needs of our customers while reducing their carbon footprints. Through this collaboration with Infinium, we show that atmospheric carbon, obtained by effectively capturing and storing carbon emissions in products during their lifetime, can constitute a circular building block for the future. This is one of the ways that Borealis is  reinventing essentials for sustainable living.”

The unique partnership and supply chain development between Infinium and Borealis is an example of how innovators can collaborate toward novel solutions to meet growing consumer demand for circularity and defossilization.

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Enhancing Freshness with Blend Colours’ Fresh Keeper Masterbatch: A Step Forward in Food Preservation

Keeping produce fresh from farm to table is a top priority for the packaging industry. At Blend Colours, we offer Fresh Keeper Masterbatch, a unique additive solution designed to preserve the quality of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Here’s why Fresh Keeper Masterbatch is your best choice for extended freshness:

• Limits Ethylene Accumulation: These additive traps and oxidizes ethylene gas, a ripening agent, in packaging to delay aging and reduce spoilage.Extends Freshness by 20-30%: Fresh Keeper Masterbatch lengthens shelf life, ensuring produce remains at peak freshness.

• Long-lasting Anti-ripening Action: Provides consistent ethylene control, even during prolonged storage and transit.

Improved Storage and Transit Life: Ideal for supply chains, helping produce reach consumers in optimal condition.

• Dosage: 1-3% Its suitable to be use in film application, material should be dries before use.
• Compliance: with RoHS, US FDA 21 CFR

Why Choose Blend Colours?

Our commitment to innovation and quality ensures that our masterbatches meet industry standards and deliver proven benefits. Make the smart choice for preserving freshness – choose Blend Colours.

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Ecovadis Sustainability Award

Gold again for Arburg!

• Award: Gold medal from Ecovadis
• Top position: Arburg among the top five per cent
• Tradition: Sustainability firmly rooted in the company’s DNA

Arburg has done it again in 2024 with another Gold Medal from Ecovadis! A great achievement, especially as the requirements have been raised again compared to the previous year. Scoring a total of 78 points, Arburg was able to secure a leading position among the top five per cent of the world’s most sustainable industrial companies, thereby receiving impartial confirmation of the success of its extensive sustainability activities under the arburgGREENworld programme.

Ecovadis is a comprehensive sustainability rating platform for global supply chains.

In addition to environmental impact and sustainable procurement, the focus is also on ethics as well as labour and human rights. In all four areas, Arburg improved further compared to the previous year with its score of 78 points, putting it in the top five per cent of more than 100,000 companies whose data is evaluated by Ecovadis.

Decades-long focus on sustainability

“We are very proud to have once again been awarded an Ecovadis Gold Medal,” says Managing Partner Michael Hehl, responsible for Premises Development and Spokesperson for the Management Team. “This is a great result for our sustainability activities. Not only does it prove that we are doing very well with our arburgGREENworld programme, but also that we are continuously improving.”

“Sustainability is firmly rooted in the DNA of our family business,” adds Managing Partner Juliane Hehl, who is responsible for Global Marketing and Business Development. “That’s why we have always invested a great deal in the areas of sustainability and resource conservation, and on reducing our carbon footprint.”

Clear commitment to reducing greenhouse gases

“With our climate strategy, we are pursuing greenhouse gas reduction targets validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi),” says Michael Hehl, citing an example of the high standards that Arburg sets for itself. Arburg GmbH + Co KG is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions along its entire value chain by 2050. In the shorter term, the company aims to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 42 per cent in Scopes 1 and 2 and by 25 per cent in Scope 3 by 2030, followed by a long-term reduction of 90 per cent in Scopes 1, 2 and 3 by 2050.

“For years now, our Arburg Sustainability Report has been providing an overview of all arburgGREENworld topics alongside a host of interesting facts and figures,”

adds Juliane Hehl. “This year, we also published a report in accordance with Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards, enabling the extensive activities of our company to be compared  internationally. This is an aspect that will continue to gain in importance in the future.”

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Husky’s PET closure wins Packaging Europe Sustainability Award, advancing circularity in beverage packaging

Husky Technologies, a pioneering technology provider enabling the delivery of essential needs to the global community, announces that its groundbreaking PET closure has won the Packaging Europe Sustainability Award in the Driving Circular Economy category. This award, presented at the Sustainable Packaging Summit that took place in Amsterdam on November 12, reflects Husky’s commitment to enabling true circularity in the beverage packaging industry.

In a market traditionally dominated by two-material bottle-and-closure solutions, Husky’s PET closure is set to transform industry standards. By creating a fully PET-based mono-material solution that integrates seamlessly with existing PET recycling streams, Husky is streamlining the material sorting process, reducing environmental impact, and unlocking new efficiencies in recycling and lightweighting.

“At Husky, our commitment to enabling the packaging industry to transition from a linear to a circular economy is taken seriously. Winning the Packaging Europe Sustainability Award for our PET closure reflects this commitment to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that meet global demands for more circular packaging,” said Robert Domodossola, Husky’s President of Systems and Tooling. “Our PET closure is designed to advance the recyclability and functionality of beverage packaging by providing a mono-material solution that represents a significant step forward for the industry and consumers alike.”

Husky’s new PET closure is designed to improve both operational and environmental performance of the complete beverage package by enabling:

• Enhanced Circularity: By aligning both closure and bottle materials, the need for multi-material sorting is eliminated, resulting in higher yields of recyclable PET.
• Improved Efficiency: The PET closure’s rigid properties enable meaningful reductions in material use and weight, minimizing costs and waste.
• Reliable Performance: Unmatched patented tamper evident forming approach for
• consumer safety. The capping process is virtually stress-free and yields a lower reject rate.

Unveiled earlier this year at NPE 2024 in Orlando, Florida, Husky’s PET closure has already garnered strong industry support, with select early adopters preparing for commercial production in 2025. This success reflects Husky’s mission to make a positive global impact by driving sustainable innovation in circular packaging

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S&T Plastic Machines: Pioneering Excellence in Injection Moulding

S&T Plastic Machines, a division of India’s renowned S&T Group, is a leader in manufacturing high-performance plastic injection moulding machines. With a focus on precision, reliability, and innovation, we provide cutting-edge machinery solutions to industries across India and beyond. Our 36,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility and 18+ nationwide branches ensure comprehensive sales and service support for our clients.

Versatile Solutions for Every Industry

We offer a wide range of injection moulding machines tailored to meet the needs of various sectors, including automotive, consumer goods, medical, aerospace, defence, packaging, and home appliances. Our diverse product lineup includes:

• Dream Series (80-800T): Ideal for high-volume production in consumer goods and packaging.
• HDPE Fittings Series (100-800T): Designed for HDPE pipe, valve, and fitting production.
• VERZA Series (90-250T): High-performance machines for precision moulding in automotive and medical.
• CRESTO Series (120-250T): Optimized for delicate parts in home appliances and automotive.
• D UPVC/CPVC Series (100-800T): Built for efficient UPVC/CPVC pipe production.
• PET Series (100-500T): High-efficiency machines for producing PET bottles.
• Vertical Injection Moulding Machines (25-450T): Compact solutions for small parts, such as medical devices.

Our machines offer clamping forces from 60T to 800T and shot weights from 81gms to 5300gms in PS, offering flexibility for a variety of applications.

Engineered for Precision and Performance

Our machines are designed for stability, accuracy, and long-term performance. Key features include:

• Innovative Clamping Systems: Uniform pressure distribution for faster cycle times and higher efficiency.
• Wide Platen Support & Square Tie Bar Distances: Ensuring structural stability and precise mould alignment.
• Customizable Injection Systems: Providing precision for intricate moulding and rapid production cycles.
• LM Guideways: Smooth operations that reduce friction and enhance productivity.
• Diverse Screw Designs: Optimizing material flow for improved consistency and quality.

Customized Solutions for Every Need

We understand that different industries have unique needs. That’s why our machines are highly customizable, ensuring they meet specific production requirements. Whether it’s high-precision moulding for medical devices or fast, high-volume production for packaging, we work closely with clients to ensure optimal machine performance.

For automotive and medical industries that require precision and speed, our machines are equipped with advanced features to meet demanding production schedules. For sectors like packaging and construction, we offer durable machines that deliver reliable performance under high-volume conditions.

A Partner in Innovation and Success

S&T Plastic Machines is more than just a machine manufacturer; we are a partner in your success. We work closely with clients to optimize their manufacturing processes, providing expert training, ongoing support, and technical assistance to reduce downtime and improve productivity.

Our commitment to continuous innovation means that we are always improving our products to meet changing industry demands. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, we help businesses achieve sustained growth.

Commitment to Quality and Excellence

We are committed to driving India’s manufacturing growth by providing high-quality, reliable, and efficient machines. S&T Plastic Machines ensures that our products meet the highest performance standards, helping businesses maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Shaping the Future of Manufacturing

As a key player in India’s industrial transformation, S&T Plastic Machines empowers industries to increase productivity, improve quality, and reduce operational costs. Our machines deliver consistent, high-quality results, making us a trusted partner for businesses across the country.

Choosing S&T Plastic Machines means partnering with a company that is committed to your success. Together, we can shape the future of Indian manufacturing with precision, innovation, and reliability.

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David Spratt Appointed as CEO of Constantia Flexibles

Constantia Flexibles, the world’s third-largest flexible packaging company, has appointed David Spratt as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2025. He will succeed Uwe Röhrhoff, who has served as interim CEO since September 2024.

David Spratt joins Constantia Flexibles following a successful tenure as CEO of Ardagh Metal Packaging Europe, where he has led the business since January 2021. With more than 24 years of experience in the packaging industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise. Before Ardagh, he held leadership roles at Amcor, overseeing business units in Snacks & Confectionery, Food, and Healthcare, along with key roles in M&A and strategy development.

Thierry Morin, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Constantia Flexibles, commented, “David Spratt’s proven track record in driving growth and his commitment to sustainable innovation make him the ideal leader for Constantia Flexibles. We are excited to see his strategic vision guide us in a dynamic and evolving market.”

David Spratt expressed his enthusiasm: “I am honored to lead Constantia Flexibles at this exciting time. Together with our talented team, I aim to drive innovation and sustainability, ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional value for our customers and make a meaningful impact in the packaging industry.”

Following his time as interim CEO, Uwe Röhrhoff will resume his role as a member of the Supervisory Board.

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Syensqo: Pioneering Healthcare Applications with Advanced Materials

Syensqo is a relatively new name in the market. Can you explain a little about who you are?

Syensqo was formed in January 2024, when 160-year-old global chemicals company, Solvay, spun-off its specialty business. Founded in 1863, Solvay’s original development was a process for the production of soda ash; over the years a diverse range of materials were brought to market to meet the demands of many industries.  So while Syensqo is a new name in the market today, our materials, technologies and people have been providing specialty polymer products, such as Udel PSU and Radel PPSU to the healthcare sector for decades.

Our materials play in three main applications:  Packaging with high-barrier PVDC used in blister packs; hemodialysis with polysulfones for blood filtration; and medical devices. Within medical devices, our markets include surgical instruments, implants, applications in biopharmaceutical processing, and many other applications within the medical device market where we leverage our specialty product portfolio – one of the largest in the industry.  It is worth noting that we are the only company in the world producing sulfone-based implantable materials.

Why use specialty polymer materials in medical applications?

 Materials used in healthcare applications must meet stringent standards to ensure both regulatory compliance and high performance in demanding medical environments. ISO 10993 is the primary standard for biocompatibility in medical applications, while USP Class VI is essential for materials used in biopharmaceutical processing.

In terms of performance, the demanding environments of the medical field necessitate materials with exceptional properties. Key among these are superior mechanical characteristics such as strength, stiffness, and durability. Medical applications often involve scenarios where materials must withstand high stress, impact, and other challenging conditions. Specialty polymers excel in these areas, as they occupy the high-performance zone of the polymer pyramid and are specifically designed to meet the needs of more extreme environments.

Sterilization capability is another critical consideration. Reusable devices require materials that can endure a higher number of sterilization cycles compared to single-use devices. However, compatibility with multiple sterilization methods is essential for both types, given the diverse techniques employed across the industry. For instance, Syensqo’s Ixef PARA is specifically engineered for single-use instrumentation and excels in gamma sterilization. In contrast, Radel PPSU, a polymer with over 30 years of use in the medical industry, is the gold standard for reusable instruments, maintaining its properties through 1,000 steam sterilization cycles.

Finally, chemical resistance is crucial for materials used in medical environments, which are often harsh and contain a variety of aggressive substances, including drug products, bodily fluids, and cleaning agents. Maintaining performance under these conditions is essential. Therefore, when selecting a polymer material, it is important to prioritize its chemical resistance to ensure durability and reliability in such demanding settings.

What are the most important design considerations when designing medical applications with specialty polymers?

In addition to their high performance properties already discussed, specialty polymer materials offer the unique capability to create more complex geometries than traditional metal materials. Combination and consolidation of parts is also possible with specialty polymers through the use of injection molding. While Syensqo does not design parts, we support designers of medical products through several supportive services that allow predictive analysis of the part during the design phase.  Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Moldflow analysis, and Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) simulations help predict the behavior of a new part and allow device designers to realize more efficient solutions.

Why is the use of plastic increasing in the medical sector, often replacing metal in traditional applications?

The overall market demand for plastics suitable for medical applications is expected to exceed $28 billion in the coming years.  Specialty polymers offer a unique value proposition in medical applications for a few reasons.  First, specialty polymers have excellent strength, stiffness and thermal stability, similar to metal, but are much lighter in weight than metal devices, in some cases up to 50%.  Lighter weight devices offer improved ergonomics and ease-of-use for medical professionals.

Another beneficial feature of polymer materials is that they may be either transparent or colored.  These features offer quick identification and visual management in medical settings, increasing efficiency and helping to reduce errors.

Finally, polymers offer a range of processing capabilities from machining of stock shapes to injection molding.   A frequent mis-conception is that high-strength, high performance polymer parts cannot be achieved through injection molding.  In fact, the ease and efficiency of injection molding specialty polymer materials allows manufacturers to more cost-effectively scale their part production, compared with similar metal designs. Injection molding of specialty polymers results in excellent surface quality directly from the molding operation, eliminating the high cost and time of polishing and assembling a similar machined metal component.

Natalia Widjojo

Life Solutions Marketing Manager – APAC

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