Chemours is hosting a webinar on the role of fluoropolymers in Europe’s economy, their safety profile, and how the materials are responsibly manufactured. The webinar will: address the European Chemical Agency’s (ECHA’s) PFAS Restriction Dossier the recommendations highlighted in the recent study commissioned by the European Parliament’s Industry, Research and Energy (IRE) Committee on PFAS […]

The proposal to restrict PFAS in the EU/EEA was prepared by authorities in Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden. It was submitted to ECHA on 13 January 2023. It aims to reduce PFAS emissions into the environment and make products and processes safer for people Since then, several rounds of consultation and review have […]

The Competition and Markets Authority has published new guidance on beneficial collaboration which helps businesses understand how they can work together effectively without breaching competition law. The CMA is also hosting a webinar on 1 October as part of Business Finance Week. Date: Wednesday 1 October 2025 Time: 10:00am to 10:45am Location: Microsoft Teams About: […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is pleased to announce it has become an industry partner of Adhesives & Bonding Expo Europe, taking place at Messe Stuttgart from 11-13 November 2025. Recognised as one of Europe’s leading events dedicated to adhesive and bonding technologies, the Expo brings together manufacturers, suppliers and technical experts to showcase the latest innovations […]

Russ Pimblett, Member Representative on the UKGSA Committee and Sales Manager at DLR Elastomer, provides a short guide to PFAS and Seals, following the recent updated proposal to restrict PFAS under the EU’s chemical regulation, REACH. What is/are PFAS? PFAS stands for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances which are a large group of synthetic chemicals used in a wide […]

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published the following reports and work programmes: UK REACH Report, which outlines activities covering 2024-25 work programme period UK REACH Report, which describes the operational work for 2025-26 View Report and Work Programme UK REACH Substance Evaluation Rolling Action Plan for the period 2025-27. View the rolling action […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA), the leading trade association representing the UK’s gasket and sealing industry,  is delighted to announce a new partnership with the Gasket & Seals Show, the premier event for professionals in the sealing technology industry. This strategic collaboration will see the UKGSA join The Gasket and Seals Show as […]

UK businesses will be hit with increased exporting costs following new US custom charges. The De Minimis Tax Exemption is a law that allows shipments for American businesses and consumers valued under $800 (per person, per day) to enter the US free of duty and tax. Shipments are still subject to screening by the US […]

The June 2025 meetings of the Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) and the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) of the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) progressed with their evaluation of the proposed restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The committees reached provisional conclusions for PFAS uses in medical devices. In addition, the RAC reached provisional conclusions for […]

The March 2025 meetings of the Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) and the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) of the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) progressed with their evaluation of the proposed restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), reaching provisional conclusions for applications of fluorinated gases. The RAC reached provisional conclusions for Transport and energy applications. More […]

The November 2024 meetings of the Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) and the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) of the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) reached provisional conclusions on the proposed restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in three sectors. These sectors are: Construction products; Textiles, upholstery, leather, apparel and carpets; and Food contact materials and packaging. […]

On 14 November, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) approved a one-year postponement of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) compliance deadlines, along with amendments that have raised concern amongst tyre and natural rubber suppliers. The postponement, passed by 371 votes to 240, was proposed by the EU Commission in response to challenges highlighted by member […]

The September 2024 meetings of the Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) and the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) of the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) focused on evaluating the EU-wide proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) across several sectors, concluding discussions for the petroleum and mining sectors while deferring those for textiles, upholstery, leather, apparel, carpets, […]

The Risk Assessment and Social-Economic Analysis Committees of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) met in June 2024 to evaluate the proposal to restrict Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are widely used by major industries. Global manufacturers are replacing certain PFAS with other PFAS or fluorine-free substances following scientific and governmental recognition of the harmful […]

Select Global Events is thrilled to announce an exciting addition to its line up of premier industry exhibitions. The Gasket and Seals Show will be co-located with Silicone Expo Europe in 2025, creating an unparalleled opportunity for professionals in these interconnected sectors to convene, collaborate, and innovate. Scheduled to take place March 19th – 20th […]

Following the European Chemical Agency’s (ECHA) recent public consultation on restricting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the next step is for their Risk Assessment and Socio-Economic Analysis committees to evaluate the proposal whilst considering all feedback received. In addition, the five national authorities who originally prepared the proposal will be updating their initial report addressing […]

Adhesives & Bonding Expo, the largest, free-to-attend trade fair and conference for industrial bonding products and manufacturing in North America, is returning for its fourth edition from June 25-27, 2024, in Novi, MI. Register to attend and you’ll gain easy access to the co-located Foam Expo taking place in the same hall. Visit to find […]

Select Global Events (SGE), a prominent UK-based exhibitions organiser, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with the American Chemistry Council, Rubber Division. This collaboration will see Silicone Expo USA join forces with the International Elastomer Conference, aligning their shows to run concurrently during their respective 2024 editions. The event is scheduled to take place […]

The EU REACH public consultation process for PFAS ended on 25 September 2023. Chemours, a market leader in the manufacture of performance materials, who created an Advocacy Portal with knowledge and tools to help companies respond to the consultation, is organising a webinar to explore the next steps in the ongoing restriction process and upcoming […]

Stop by the impressive, free-to-attend, Adhesives & Bonding Expo Europe this winter (5-7 December 2023) to get your yearly fix on all things industrial bonding in the manufacturing hub of Stuttgart, Germany. As the continent’s biggest adhesives and bonding event, it brings together suppliers, manufacturers, and decision-makers from across the industry to meet and make […]