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Borealis has introduced a new glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene (PP) compound with 65% postconsumer recycled (PCR) polymer content. The compound, called Borcycle GD3600SY, will be used in automotive interiors in partnership with Plastivaloire and Stellantis. This compound is part of Borealis' Borcycle M portfolio of mechanically recycled polyolefins and will help achieve circularity goals in the automotive sector. The compound is made from high-quality PCR polymers that meet automotive industry standards, thanks to Borealis' mechanical recycling technology. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses that Univar Solutions, the number-two global chemical distributor by revenue, has been expanding application development as customers increasingly look to distributors to aid in formulation and product development. It mentions that R&D focus reflects the evolution of the chemical distribution market.

The article presents an interview with Teijin (Tokyo, Japan) president Jun Suzuki. He tells CWs Kartik Kohli that the company is accelerating growth of its carbon fiber intermediate material business for aircraft applications as a strategic focus; and he aiming for the business to be one of the company's core sources of revenue by about 2030.

The article focuses on some concerns that the U.S. automotive suppliers could struggle to keep up as vehicle demand continues to increase. BBK managing director Guy Morgan relates his concern on the continuous improvement acumen and lack of modern production systems in many Tier 2 suppliers. Ernie Green Industries Inc. president Larry Jutte says that support on the continued demand is the new concern in the industry. It also discusses the impact of supply chain disruptions.

The article offers information on the trade fair in Stuttgart, Germany for automotive suppliers, robotic developments and pneumatics. Topics include sale of industrial robots for handling technology, digital potential of machines and control system and classic mobile hydraulics for use in cylinder piston.

The article offers information on the opportunities and challenges offered by China to automotive suppliers in Europe having an aim to expand business in the automotive industry. Topics discussed include influence of automotive parts manufacturer Delphi by having manufacturing and development facilities in China, challenges for suppliers due to China National (CN) emission standards and fuel consumption regulations and views of Delphi China's chief engineer Jiang Qi on the same.

The article reports that Denso, a leading Japanese supplier of automotive components, is developing new technology that would augment data derived from onboard sensors and Global Positioning System (GPS) signals with information taken from the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) to reduce deviations in vehicle position, thus improving the performance of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Denso stresses that more accurate satellite information improves both vehicle and driver safety.

The article discusses the results of a survey of automotive suppliers in North America conducted by consulting firm Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Ltd. as of Novemer 18, 2013. Results of the survey showed car company BMW A.G. has received the highest rating from the suppliers, followed by car companies Ford Motor Co. and Honda Motor Co. Suppliers' emphasis on "openness to new ideas"in ranking car companies is mentioned.