Plastics Industry Recovery Faces Setbacks in Europe
Thursday, 12 September 2024, 06:23
Plastics Industry's Current State in Europe
The plastics and resin sectors in Europe have recently highlighted a troubling trend.
Despite achieving higher production outputs, the overall sales experienced a notable drop of 0.6% in the second quarter.
Impact of Production on Sales
Higher production rates were expected to bolster sales figures, especially for key players in fields like polyols, polyethylene, polystyrene, PET, and polycarbonate.
- Capacity utilization rates reflect the challenges facing manufacturers.
- Connection between production increases and sale declines raises questions.
This situation indicates not just a fleeting issue, but potentially serious implications for the industry's broader future.
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