13 Mar 2026 // Polymer Price Pressure and Westminster Insights

In today’s debut report, we examine the tightening polymer market as logistical disruptions in the Middle East and a weakening pound drive up costs for UK processors. We also cover a major equipment infrastructure upgrade at Advanced Plastics Group, a breakthrough 3-year biolubricant trial at White Horse Plastics, and the three key policy asks delivered by the BPF to lawmakers at the House of Commons.Stories covered in this episode:Market Update: Plastribution's March Price Know-How report warns of monomer supply squeeze.Ancillaries: Summit Systems installs 45-machine feed system for Advanced Plastics.Sustainability: White Horse Plastics reports 8% energy savings with synthetic bio-lubricant Mi240.Industry Voice: Highlights from the BPF Parliamentary Reception at Westminster.Visit plastikmedia.co.uk for the full articles and more industry news.