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BASF to Showcase VALERAS & New Additive Solutions at K 2025
ZACKS· 2025-08-28 15:40
Group 1 - BASF SE (BASFY) will showcase its VALERAS portfolio at K 2025, focusing on plastic circularity, durability, and carbon transparency through its additive solutions and services [1][8] - The company will introduce two innovations, Tinuvin NOR112 for organic farming and a new hindered amine light stabilizer (HALS) solution, enhancing greenhouse film performance against agrochemicals [2][8] - Innovations such as Tinuvin NOR 211 AR and 112 AR are designed to withstand strong sunlight, heat, and chemicals while being cost-effective, with Tinuvin NOR 356 offering exceptional durability [2][3] Group 2 - K 2025 will also serve as a platform for BASFY to engage with industry partners and internal experts to address challenges and explore solutions [4] - Successful partnerships highlighted include a closed-loop agricultural packaging solution with Cleanfarms and McKenzie/Snyder, a collaboration with Shouman Group in Egypt's plasticulture market, and a partnership with Takazuri Ltd. for climate-resilient roofing in Eastern Africa [4][8] Group 3 - BASFY stock has increased by 10.6% over the past year, contrasting with a 19.2% decline in the industry [6] - BASFY currently holds a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy), indicating strong market performance [7]
PureCycle Technologies Second Quarter 2025 Corporate Update
Globenewswire· 2025-08-07 20:05
Core Viewpoint - PureCycle Technologies is advancing its growth strategy following a successful $300 million capital raise, with plans for new facilities in Thailand and Belgium, aiming for a total capacity of one billion pounds by 2030 [2][12]. Company Update - The company produced 3.4 million pounds of resin in Q2 2025 and is enhancing its Ironton Facility to increase efficiency and capacity [8][10]. - PureCycle is negotiating commercial opportunities for its PureFive™ resin, with expectations of increased sales in the second half of 2025 [2][4]. Commercial Developments - PureCycle is developing a diverse portfolio of PureFive Choice™ resin grades for various applications, including food-grade film and packaging [3][4]. - A partnership with Emerald Carpets has been established for the supply of approximately 5 million pounds of PureFive™ resin over the next year [5]. - Successful trials for PureFive™ resin in BOPP film applications are ongoing, with a larger-scale trial scheduled with Brückner Maschinenbau GmbH [6][7]. Financial Performance - PureCycle recognized revenue of approximately $1.7 million in Q2 2025 and raised $300 million through the issuance of Series B convertible perpetual preferred stock [11][12].