German chemical firm Lanxess has commissioned a new wastewater treatment plant at its Belgium Kallo/Antwerp site. The special chemicals company invested around EUR12 million in the plant, which has a treatment capacity of around 260,000 litres of wastewater per hour.…
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Continental acquires second conveyor company in Sweden
German technology firm Continental has acquired the conveyor and maintenance company Vulk & Montage, based in Karlstad, Sweden. This acquisition complements the portfolio of Continental and establishes the technology company in the heart of Sweden’s industrial area. It had in…
Teijin develops tyre cord from RF-free adhesive and rPET
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Bridgestone invests further in Brazilian tyre plant
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