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OMV and XRG Establish Borouge International as a Global Polyolefins Leader with Strong Synergies and Expansion Strategy

(IN BRIEF) OMV and XRG have finalized the creation of Borouge International, a new global polyolefins leader formed through the merger of Borouge Plc and Borealis and the acquisition of NOVA Chemicals. Headquartered in Austria with global operations, the company … Read the full press release →

Borealis Recognized by Nouryon for Excellence in Supply Reliability and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has been named Nouryon’s Supplier of the Year in the Ethylene and Fuel Gas category, reflecting its operational excellence, reliability, and responsible partnership approach in supporting Nouryon’s specialty chemicals business. The award recognizes Borealis’ strong performance across … Read the full press release →

Borealis Demonstrates Viability of Large-Scale Reusable Cup Systems at K 2025 Trade Fair in Düsseldorf

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has completed a successful reusable cup pilot at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, marking the first time a large-scale reuse system was implemented at the event and at Messe Düsseldorf. The project used 50,000 cups made from foamable … Read the full press release →

Borealis Expands Next-Generation Polypropylene Capacity to Support Circular Material Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Borealis is investing €49 million to scale up commercial production of Borstar® Nextension polypropylene at its Burghausen site in Germany, expanding access to next-generation single-site PP materials. The investment supports the transition to high-performance monomaterials that enable circular … Read the full press release →

EU Funded Project ELECTRO Taps Borealis Expertise to Transform Hard to Recycle Plastics

(IN BRIEF) Borealis is a key partner in Project ELECTRO, an EU-funded initiative developing electrified chemical recycling technologies to convert hard-to-recycle plastic waste into high-value olefins using renewable electricity. Drawing on its expertise in chemical recycling and polyolefins, Borealis leads … Read the full press release →

Borealis recognised with Stellantis CSR Supplier of the Year Award and named top-tier partner in South America region

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has received the Stellantis Supplier of the Year Award for Corporate Social Responsibility and was ranked among the top three Stellantis suppliers for the South America region, marking a notable achievement as the only advanced plastics company … Read the full press release →

Borealis Renews Long-Term Partnership with Emirates Foundation to Support Education and Social Inclusion in the UAE

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has renewed its 15-year partnership with the Emirates Foundation to enhance education, social integration, and sustainability across the UAE. Through a 2025 contribution of AED one million from the Borealis Social Fund, the collaboration will continue to … Read the full press release →

Integra Plastics conversion in Bulgaria to deliver premium recycled polypropylene with Borcycle M technology

(IN BRIEF) Integra Plastics AD, a Borealis group company based in Bulgaria, will convert its production facility to produce recycled polypropylene by October 2025, supported by the integration of Borealis’ Borcycle™ M mechanical recycling technology. The upgrade will enable the … Read the full press release →

Fullstride Ventures unveils carboncup™, the first bra cup made with CO₂-based foam in collaboration with Borealis and Infinium

(IN BRIEF) Fullstride Ventures has introduced the carboncup™, the first bra cup made with a sustainable foam derived from captured carbon dioxide emissions. Developed in partnership with Borealis and Infinium, the innovation uses Infinium’s eNaphtha—a low-carbon feedstock produced from CO₂ … Read the full press release →

Borealis commits over EUR 100 million to expand polypropylene compounding capacity in Austria to meet rising demand for sustainable materials

(IN BRIEF) Borealis is investing over EUR 100 million to expand its polypropylene compounding facilities in Schwechat, Austria, with a new line set to begin operations in the second half of 2026. The project will significantly increase supply of advanced … Read the full press release →

Borealis and Tegral expand partnership to boost sustainable polyolefin packaging distribution across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has expanded its partnership with Tegral Materials to include Spain, Portugal, the UK, and Ireland starting September 1, 2025, strengthening distribution of its polyethylene and polypropylene solutions across Europe. Building on their earlier collaboration covering Belgium, the … Read the full press release →

Borealis enables STABILO to cut carbon emissions in iconic Point 88 and Pen 68 with Bornewables polypropylene

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has supplied Bornewables™ polypropylene to STABILO, enabling the integration of renewable-based materials into the iconic Point 88 and Pen 68 pens. The collaboration, facilitated by Gehr, allows STABILO to cut carbon emissions without compromising on performance or … Read the full press release →

Borealis Introduces Borcycle CWT120CL with 85 Percent PCR Content for High‑Performance Flexible Packaging

(IN BRIEF) Borealis launches Borcycle™ CWT120CL, a recycled linear low‑density polyethylene containing 85 percent post‑consumer content, tailored for non‑food flexible packaging. Manufactured at Ecoplast’s Wildon plant using Erema’s Intarema® extrusion system, the grade benefits from advanced purification—Counter Current preconditioning, dual‑stage filtration, … Read the full press release →

Borealis and AKVA group Introduce Carbon-Cutting Polarcirkel™ Boat Built from 90% Renewable Materials

(IN BRIEF) Borealis and AKVA group are preparing to showcase the Polarcirkel™ boat at K Fair 2025, highlighting their collaborative strides in sustainable marine technology. The boat’s hull is being built from BorSafe™ PE100-RC, produced with Bornewables™ feedstock containing 90% … Read the full press release →

Borealis Appoints Key Commercial Leaders to Drive Innovation and Sustainability in Polyolefins and Circular Economy Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has announced the appointment of four senior leaders in its commercial division, all reporting directly to EVP Craig Arnold. The new executives are Thomas Reutter as Senior Vice President of Polyolefins, Christopher McArdle as Vice President of … Read the full press release →

Borealis Partners with Messe Düsseldorf to Launch Reusable Cup System at K Fair 2025 for a More Sustainable Event

(IN BRIEF) Borealis is supporting Messe Düsseldorf’s K Fair 2025 by providing sustainable, reusable cups made from modified polypropylene and OMV’s ReOil® recycled feedstock. This initiative, aimed at reducing waste from single-use plastics, will be assessed through a pilot program … Read the full press release →

Borealis and Borouge Showcase Future-Ready Polyolefin Solutions for Infrastructure at K 2025

(IN BRIEF) Borealis and Borouge will showcase their expertise in polyolefin infrastructure solutions at K 2025, displaying a wide range of high-performance polyethylene and polypropylene products for pipes and fittings. With nearly 60 years of experience, Borealis has earned its … Read the full press release →

Borealis and Hosokawa Alpine Pioneer Ultra-Thin, High-Performance MDO Films for More Sustainable Packaging

(IN BRIEF) Borealis and Hosokawa Alpine have successfully developed MDO films using BorShape™ polyethylene that are thinner than industry norms—just 15 microns compared to the standard 23—without compromising mechanical strength or process stability. Tested in early 2025, these films offer … Read the full press release →

Borealis and Comexi Unveil Innovative, Fully Recyclable Flexible Packaging Solutions with High PCR Content

(IN BRIEF) Borealis, in partnership with Comexi and other key players, has launched two new flexible packaging solutions for non-food consumer applications that combine high PCR content, full recyclability, and excellent performance. The first solution is a fully recyclable PE … Read the full press release →

Borealis Unveils Advanced rLLDPE Solution for Sustainable Packaging

(IN BRIEF) Borealis, in partnership with Ecoplast, has introduced Borcycle™ M CWT120CL, an advanced recycled LLDPE grade designed for non-food flexible packaging. With an 85% post-consumer recyclate content blended with 15% LLDPE booster, this innovative material is engineered for blown … Read the full press release →

Borealis Achieves EcoVadis Gold Rating, Reflecting Commitment to Sustainability and CSR

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has earned the prestigious EcoVadis Gold rating for 2024, improving its score from 73 to 81 and placing the company among the top 5% in terms of sustainability. This recognition reflects Borealis’ commitment to enhancing recyclability and … Read the full press release →

Clean Rivers Joins Forces with Project STOP to Advance Waste Management and Combat Plastic Pollution in Indonesia

(IN BRIEF) Clean Rivers has partnered with Project STOP to help reduce plastic waste leakage and improve waste management in Indonesia through the Banyuwangi Hijau Phase 3 project. This partnership is part of a broader agreement between the UAE and … Read the full press release →

Borealis Partners with Tegral Materials to Expand Polyolefin Distribution Across Key European Markets

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has signed a distribution agreement with Tegral Materials, a member of the Vinmar Group, to expand its polyolefin solutions across Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. The agreement will include Borealis’ full portfolio of polyethylene and … Read the full press release →

Borealis and Aspiravi Forge Partnership for 120 GWh Annual Supply of Renewable Energy, Advancing Decarbonization Efforts in Belgium

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has signed a long-term power purchase agreement with Aspiravi to secure 120 GWh of renewable energy annually from Belgian wind farms. This partnership will significantly reduce Borealis’ Scope 2 emissions and supports the company’s goal of sourcing … Read the full press release →

Borealis Honors Groundbreaking Sustainability Innovations with 2024 Scientific Innovation Award

(IN BRIEF) Borealis announced the winners of its 2024 Scientific Innovation Award during Innovation Day in Linz, Austria, celebrating advancements in sustainable plastics. The awards recognized innovators addressing key areas such as sustainable production catalysts, energy-efficient polymerization, and polymer recycling. … Read the full press release →

Borealis and Partners Showcase Sustainable Plastics Solutions at FAKUMA 2024 for Packaging and Healthcare

(IN BRIEF) At FAKUMA 2024, Borealis and key partners showcased advanced plastics processing solutions, focusing on sustainable materials for packaging and healthcare. Highlighting collaborations with companies like BMB, Engel, and ARBURG, Borealis demonstrated various applications using recycled and renewable feedstocks, … Read the full press release →

Borealis Commits to Finnish Circular Economy Green Deal, Driving Sustainability in Plastics Production

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has joined the Finnish Environment Ministry’s Circular Economy Green Deal, committing to promoting a low-carbon, circular economy. The company plans to use 30 kilotons of Finnish plastic waste as raw material by 2035 and improve its energy … Read the full press release →

Six Industry Leaders Launch Sustainable Optical Fiber and Cable Industry Alliance (SOFIA)

(IN BRIEF) Six major companies—Borealis, Covestro, Heraeus, Nextrom, Teijin Aramid, and Umicore—have launched the Sustainable Optical Fiber and Cable Industry Alliance (SOFIA) to promote sustainability across the optical fiber and cable sector. SOFIA aims to improve transparency, communication, and standardized … Read the full press release →

Carbon-Capturing Partnership: Borealis and Infinium Launch Low-Carbon Plastics Revolution

(IN BRIEF) Borealis and Infinium have formed a strategic partnership to produce low-carbon plastics using Infinium’s eNaphtha, a sustainable feedstock made from captured CO2 emissions. This collaboration aims to reduce the carbon footprint of polyolefins, a type of plastic widely … Read the full press release →

Industry Giants Join Forces to Transform Discarded Tires into Sustainable Automotive Plastics

(IN BRIEF) Neste, Borealis, and Covestro have partnered to recycle discarded tires into high-quality plastics for automotive applications, aiming to drive circularity in the plastics value chain. Through this collaboration, old tires are transformed into raw materials, processed into base … Read the full press release →

Borealis Partners with Burgenland Energie for Green Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Borealis, a leading provider of sustainable polyolefins solutions, and Burgenland Energie, Austria’s top wind and solar power producer, have signed their first power purchase agreement (PPA) to drive renewable energy usage. Commencing in January 2026, Burgenland Energie will … Read the full press release →

TOMRA Partners with OMV and Borealis to Close Plastic Recycling Gaps

(IN BRIEF) TOMRA, in collaboration with OMV and Borealis, is advancing plastic recycling by supplying high-quality raw materials from mixed post-consumer plastic waste. Through long-term feedstock supply agreements, TOMRA’s innovative sorting facility in Germany will provide clean fractions of specific … Read the full press release →

Borealis Invests €4.5 Million in Porvoo Cracker Furnaces to Boost Circular Economy Efforts

(IN BRIEF) In a bid to accelerate the transition towards a circular economy, Borealis has announced a significant investment of EUR 4.5 million in the cracker furnaces of its Porvoo site. This investment aims to increase the utilization of renewable … Read the full press release →

Borealis Expands Circular Economy Commitment with Acquisition of Integra Plastics AD

(IN BRIEF) Borealis announces the successful acquisition of Integra Plastics AD, a Bulgarian advanced mechanical recycling player, solidifying its position in the circular economy landscape. Integra Plastics’ state-of-the-art recycling plant, with an annual capacity exceeding 20,000 tons, significantly bolsters Borealis’ … Read the full press release →

Borealis Achieves FDA Approval for Borcycle™ M Post-Consumer Recycled Plastics in Food-Grade Packaging

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has received Letters of No Objection (LNOs) from the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for specific grades of its Borcycle™ M post-consumer recycled plastics (PCR) to be used in food-grade packaging. This milestone underscores Borealis’ commitment … Read the full press release →

Borealis and AKVA Group Launch World’s First Renewable Plastic Workboat Hull, Redefining Aquaculture Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Borealis and AKVA Group have collaborated to introduce a groundbreaking innovation in sustainable aquaculture: the world’s first workboat hull crafted from renewable plastic. Utilizing Borealis’ Bornewables™ range of renewable polyolefins, AKVA Group’s iconic Polarcirkel series now boasts a … Read the full press release →

Borealis-backed Project STOP: Transforming Waste Management in Banyuwangi, Indonesia

(IN BRIEF) Project STOP, a collaboration between Borealis and Systemiq, has achieved significant milestones in its mission to improve waste management in Indonesia. Since its inception, over 400,000 individuals have gained access to waste services, leading to the collection of … Read the full press release →

Borealis CEO Thomas Gangl’s Mandate Terminated by Mutual Agreement

(IN BRIEF) The Supervisory Board of Borealis and Thomas Gangl have reached a mutual decision to terminate Gangl’s mandate as CEO of Borealis AG, effective June 30, 2024. Gangl, with a career spanning over two decades at OMV, held key … Read the full press release →

Vattenfall and Borealis Forge Renewable Energy Partnership to Drive Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall and Borealis have entered into a groundbreaking long-term renewable hydropower purchase agreement (PPA) aimed at bolstering sustainability efforts. Starting January 2024, Vattenfall commenced supplying Borealis’ Stenungsund operations with 175 GWh per year of renewable energy sourced from … Read the full press release →

Borealis Marks 30 Years of Innovation: Accelerating Industry Transformation and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) In March 2024, Borealis commemorates its three-decade journey as a pioneer and innovator in the polymers industry, celebrating its contributions to industry advancement and sustainability. Born from a merger between Statoil and Neste, Borealis has evolved into a … Read the full press release →