Industrial Materials & Packaging Films

Speculators are driving copper prices near record highs due to sulfur supply concerns and increased AI-related demand, with the situation still developing.

Hengyi Petrochemical plans to construct the largest plant converting coal into key chemicals in Xinjiang, amid rising energy security concerns and regional industry growth.

A Chinese investment firm has purchased Mayer & Cie, a historic German sewing machine manufacturer with over a century of history, raising questions about industry shifts.

Japanese paint and ink manufacturers report stable supplies amid chemical import disruptions caused by Iran-related tensions, despite signs of panic-buying.

A year after China imposed export controls on rare earths, global supply chains face disruptions, with manufacturers adapting amid ongoing uncertainties.

Nippon Steel expects its U.S. subsidiary to contribute $630 million in profit this fiscal year due to improved efficiency, marking a significant milestone.

Startup Vitriform3D has developed a new binder jet 3D printing process utilizing recycled glass, enabling sustainable manufacturing of high-value products.

Murata Manufacturing enhances incentives for in-house innovators to maintain its dominant position in multilayer ceramic capacitors amid rising global competition.

Chinese rare-earth mining companies are optimistic ahead of this week’s summit between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump, amid ongoing trade tensions and mineral supply concerns.

Japanese real estate firms warn of potential delays in condo projects caused by ongoing supply chain disruptions from Iran war-related sanctions and closures.