Welcome to Plastics News' first issue for the month of October.
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This issue features our Automotive Special Report as Sarah Kominek asks suppliers about the various challenges they've faced in the past few years as the industry makes significant changes, particularly as the industry shifts to electric. Headlights and taillights are spots where we can expect to see some more thermoplastic applications.
Resin prices continued their slide as September closed out; Frank Esposito has the latest on that.
Recycling and sustainability continue to make headlines as the industries asks the EPA for grants for chemical recycling.
We also have some coverage from the Injection Molding & Design Expo.
As always, we have the most comprehensive mergers and acquisitions news.