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13 Mar 2026 // Polymer Price Pressure and Westminster Insights
byJess Clarke
In today’s debut report, we examine the tightening polymer market as logistical disruptions in the Middle East and a weakening pound drive up costs for UK processors. We also cover a major equipment infrastructure upgrade at Advanced Plastics Group, a breakthrough 3-year biolubricant trial at White Horse Plastics, and the three key policy asks delivered by the BPF to lawmakers at the House of Commons.
Stories covered in this episode:
Market Update: Plastribution's March Price Know-How report warns of monomer supply squeeze.
Ancillaries: Summit Systems installs 45-machine feed system for Advanced Plastics.
Sustainability: White Horse Plastics reports 8% energy savings with synthetic bio-lubricant Mi240.
Industry Voice: Highlights from the BPF Parliamentary Reception at Westminster.
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