How tariffs and war are squeezing packaging supply chains – Global News Digest, 10 Apr 2026

Supply chain and geopolitics

How tariffs and war are squeezing packaging supply chains

India races to secure methanol as pharma supplies tighten

Government scrambles to shield pharma from West Asia shocks

War-driven plastic shortages are rattling manufacturers worldwide

GCC chemical makers face margin pain as conflict deepens

Kemcore plans African plants to cut import dependence

CHEMEXCIL flags temporary duty relief on chemical imports

U.S. cuts China MDI dumping margins but tariffs stay steep

Tosoh delays ethylene restart as naphtha supply worries linger

Refining and petrochemical expansion

Modi to unveil mega refinery-petrochemical hub in Rajasthan

Can Punjab become India’s next petrochemical powerhouse?

thyssenkrupp Uhde wins deal for lower-emission PET plant

Packaging innovation and product development

Atlantic crossing tests how safe food packaging stays at sea

Amcor unveils lighter sauce cap in sustainability push

Mondi bets on stronger fluting for punishing supply chains

Sustainability, recycling and environment

Why EPA is turning to microplastics in drinking water

Vietnam tightens recycling rules for products and packaging

South Africa’s paper recycling rises as plastics struggle

Scientist urges biodegradable answer to Nigeria’s plastic crisis

Manufacturing technology and industrial equipment

Why precision technology is becoming critical in chemical production

Fornnax spotlights upgraded shredder as recycling demand rises

LPE expands polymer printing capacity as demand accelerates

Corporate leadership and business moves

Continental Tires India names new chief for growth phase