What specific action does the UK's Chemical Industries Association (CIA) urge the government to take ahead of the autumn budget, and why?

The Chemical Industries Association (CIA) urges the UK government to launch a dedicated programme to drive investment in the country’s chemicals sector. This call is made because high operating costs and weak business confidence are actively eroding the UK’s manufacturing base, threatening the long-term viability of the sector.

What challenge is Spain’s plastics processing industry facing despite record investment levels, and what policy response is its trade group pursuing?

Spain’s plastics processing industry is losing competitiveness to imports—especially from China—even as companies invest at record levels, according to ANAIP, the Spanish plastics converters’ association. In response, ANAIP is targeting the proposed packaging tax, likely seeking exemptions or adjustments to mitigate its adverse impact on domestic converters.

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ICIS Europe reports on chemical sector challenges including UK investment needs, Spanish plastics import competition, and BASF considering a joint venture with Highsun for polyamide assets amidst high production costs.

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2026-10-26

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