The membership at ITC

LINPRA and the Lithuanian Plastics Cluster which is an important branch of this organisation, joins the Prestigious Internation Trade Council (ITC) !
By joining the ITC, our organisation becomes part of a global network of business leaders and government officials spanning across 179 countries.

The International Trade Council is a prestigious organisation that fosters international trade and economic development.
The council is renowned for:
– Providing its members with valuable resources
– Networking opportunities
– Professional support to help them thrive in an increasingly competitive global market
As a member, our organisation will have access to a wide range of opportunities and services, including:
– Introductions to government ministries
– Business incubation support for entering the US market
– Access to new international trade opportunities
Furthermore, we will be able to participate in live web conferences, attend the annual Go Global Awards conference, and gain exposure through the ITC’s extensive promotional channels.

Two Plastics Cluster’s companies at Fachpack

UAB Pack Klaipėda and UAB Plastara, member of the Pasteksus Group, took part in Fachpack, one of the biggest packaging sector trade shows in Europe, held in Nuremberg, Germany. The companies shared a joint stand.

Throughout the Event, two Lithuanian Plastics’ industry companies engaged with their  current clients from across Europe. Additionally, they established numerous new contacts, which they believe will result in new profitable contracts in various countries, including Germany, France, Croatia, the Netherlands, and beyond.

UAB Hoda – the expansion and growth

For the company UAB Hoda, 2024 is rich with new clients and active expansion!

According to the company’s project manager Martynas Meironas, this year they have begun working with clients from Switzerland, Germany, Norway, Finland, Poland, and other European countries. The company has actively exported its products — plastic parts produced by injection moulding, sub-assembled components, and final assembled and packed products which could go directly to the end user.

Hoda, UAB operates in the fields of plastic injection moulding, manufacturing of moulds, assembling plastic and component parts into finished products. This year, the company replaced 4 injection moulding machines and has an approved plan for 2025 to replace 10 more machines.

The company actively participates in international Plastic Industry exhibitions – Hannover Messe, IAA Mobility, Elmia where they present their products and services, consistently increasing the number of clients.

In 2023, the company’s revenue reached €21,341,158. This year the company expects ~2% growth.

The Membership in Bydgoszcz Industrial Cluster

We are thrilled to announce that the Lithuanian Plastics Cluster, coordinated by LINPRA, has officially joined the Bydgoszcz Industrial Cluster Tool Valley. This marks a significant milestone in our journey towards fostering collaboration and innovation in the plastics industry.

Bydgoszcz Industrial Cluster Tool Valley, known as the industrial hub of the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship in Poland, has emerged as a leader in various sectors including toolmaking, plastics processing, electro-machinery, and more. It’s a region that boasts around 900 companies dedicated to polymer materials processing and about 50 toolmakers.

Our membership in the Bydgoszcz Industrial Cluster Tool Valley opens up new avenues for cooperation among our now 130-strong member base and the extensive network in Bydgoszcz. We look forward to leveraging these opportunities to drive innovation and growth within our industries.

Join us in celebrating this achievement and stay tuned for more updates on our collaborative projects and initiatives!

The Lithuanian Plastics Cluster became a member of AIMPLAS

The Lithuanian Plastics Cluster, whose coordinator is LINPRA – Lithuanian Engineering and Technology Industry Association, became a member of AIMPLAS! Congratulations!

AIMPLAS is Technological Center with more than 30 years of experience in the plastics industry. AIMPLAS provide solutions to companies across the entire value chain, from raw material manufacturers to transformers and end-users. The organisation works to solve the challenges facing the use of plastic in today’s society in order to improve people’s quality of life and ensure environmental sustainability.

The partnership between two organisations will help strengthen and grow the companies in the Plastics Cluster, deepen technological capabilities, conduct product testing and research, execute R&D, create and implement innovative solutions.

The most important facts about AIMPLAS, a new partner of the Lithuanian Plastics Cluster:

  • More than 12,000 m2 of cutting-edge facilities
  • Pilot plants (6,500 m2)
  • Laboratories (4,500 m2)
  • Training (1,000 m2)
  • 3,300 + clients
  • 840 + members companies
  • EUR 21.3M revenue.

The Conference ‘Recycling of Plastics’

Delegates from the Lithuanian Plastics Cluster, UAB Hoda, Pack Klaipeda , UAB Agmis, and Frilux, took part in the ‘Recycling of Plastics’ conference held in Poland.

Companies’ representatives not only attended the conference, but also engaged in B2B meetings. During the sessions, they each highlighted the unique aspects of their respective companies’ operations and explored potential collaborative ventures.

The event was fruitful, resulting in numerous new business contacts. They successfully identified and connected with suppliers and subcontractors necessary for their ongoing projects.

The Letter of Intent with BICTV

Last week in Poland, Lithuanian Plastics Cluster and Bydgoszcz Industrial Cluster Tool Valley signed  the Letter of Intent. As soon as special procedures are accomplished, our Cluster would become a full-fledged member.

The aim of the agreement is to support a sustainable cooperation between Bydgoszcz Industrial Cluster Tool Valley and Lithuanian Plastics Cluster. Parties will cooperate in the following areas:
– supporting business cooperation between members of both clusters,
cooperation in the formulation of new projects ideas,
– taking actions aimed at developing and increasing innovation in plastics processing and tool industries,
– international promotion of plastics processing and tool branches,
informing each other about new possibilities and projects dedicated to clusters on international level,
– sharing best practices and relevant experience,
– inviting each other on conferences, trade fairs and other public events.

Bydgoszcz Industrial Cluster Tool Valley incorporates companies of the toolmaking and plastic processing industries, as well as plastics recyclers, and a range of business-related institutions, including universities, research and development units, etc.

We wish you a fruitful cooperation!