International Plastics News for Asia

This year’s CHINAPLAS has exceeded previous records. It is not surprising as this year’s edition brought more advanced technologies, more high performance materials, and diverse products and services for Asia’s plastics and rubber industry. I had the chance to talk to many companies who gave very positive outlook for China’s growing industrial sector. They are also optimistic on other Asian economies – especially ASEAN – and look forward to the integration of the region into one single market next year.
Another show to catch is InterPlas Thailand 2014 and in this issue, we have a special supplement on the show. Thailand may have been facing political challenges these days but the show will go on, as the country’s industries continue to move forward to take their special place in the global economy.
There are many newly developed packaging products and film production has never been any better. We look at some recently launched films and how these comply with established standards in safety and protection.