BIOPLASTICS

Chemists redesign biological PHAs / LG Chem, Gevo to develop bio-based feedstocks / PHA used to line paper cups / First bio-PP production planned in the US / Biodegradable straw doesn't get soggy

KURARAY

Raising EVOH capacity in the US / Expansion in Antwerp to come on stream by the end of this year

KURARAY

Texas-based PVOH plant starts up

KURARAY

Investment in new PVOH line in US / Completion set for 2014 / Expected output of 40,000 t/y

KURARAY

Investing in new PVOH line in USA / Completion in 2014 / Expected output of 40,000 t/y

PEOPLE

George Avdey named CEO of Kuraray America