have the same properties as virgin material . Sabic ’ s circular polymers are certified under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification Plus ( ISCC PLUS ) scheme following a mass balance approach . This widely recognized international sustainability certification verifies that the mass balance accounting follows predefined and transparent rules . In addition , it provides traceability along the supply chain , from the feedstock to the final product .

New Masterbatch for Post-Industrial PA

Gabriel-Chemie Group , in cooperation with GSM Sella and Aurora Kunststoffe GmbH , has developed a new masterbatch for post-industrial PA66 to produce stadium seats . The masterbatch added to post-industrial polymer guarantees the manufactured articles ’ mechanical resistance and flame-retardant properties , as well as a good aesthetic appearance and the necessary resistance to prolonged exposure to UV rays and other aggressive atmospheric agents , in compliance with

the strict international safety regulations of the stadiums . The result of this successful cooperation is the production of 30,000 new stadium seats . “ The ability to call ourselves the market leader with our masterbatch technology and our ability to develop new innovations within the sporting seat industry is a result that rewards the efforts made in these many years of presence and experience . We are very happy that this cooperation resulted in such a successful product and are proud to be partners with such professional companies ” comments Angelo Bottaro , Corporate Business Development Manager , Gabriel-Chemie Group .

Advanced Composite for Demanding Applications in Aerospace

Solvay and Avio SpA have signed a longterm agreement for the supply of composite and adhesive materials to be used across a range of programs including

From left : Luigi Pellegrini & Sergio Colabucci ( Avio ), Gerald Perrin , Giuliano Russo & Salvatore De Nicola . ( Photo : Solvay )

the Vega space programs , the European Space Agency ’ s satellite launch vehicles designed to send payloads into low Earth orbit ( Leo ). Solvay will supply Avio with ablative material , RTM resins and adhesives . Solvay has a strong legacy in the space market and has long been a leader in ablative materials for space applications , such as nozzles and exit cones . Solvay ’ s products have been used across many space launch programs over the years , thanks to their ability to withstand the extremely high temperatures produced by the rocket motor exhaust . Avio has over 50 years of history designing , developing , producing and integrating space launchers for placing institutional , governmental and commercial payloads in earth orbit through its Vega rocket family . “ We are excited to extend our partnership with industry leader Avio and continue to support Vega critical missions ,” explained Carmelo Lo Faro , president of Solvay ’ s Materials Segment . “ We are all currently seeing renewed enthusiasm and investment in the global space race and we believe that our advanced materials

will be key enablers for space exploration , space tourism and also the launch placement of satellite constellations . We helped put the first man on the moon and will be there for the first woman on Mars !” “ The Long Term Agreement strengthens the relationship between our companies . It also secures the supply to Avio of strategic products for Vega family launchers in the upcoming years , when the demand of launchers to place satellites into Leo orbits is expected to increase ,” adds Sergio Colabucci , Avio Procurement Director .

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