By Mary Page Bailey | February 22, 2019 Total S.A. (Paris, France; www.total.com) announced that it has acquired Synova, a French leader in manufacturing high-performance recycled polypropylene for the automotive sector. Synova produces 20,000 metric tons per year (m.t./yr) of polypropylene that meets the highest quality standards of original equipment manufacturers and automakers from recycled plastics. Combining Synova’s recycling expertise and Total’s polymers know-how will increase the supply of recycled polypropylene for automotive applications that deliver the same performance as virgin polymers. “By contributing to the lighter weight of vehicles, plastics improve their energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions. Producing them from recycled materials will also meet the challenge of managing their end of life,” explained Bernard Pinatel, President Refining & Chemicals, Total. “The acquisition of Synova is a concrete proof of our commitment to developing plastic recycling. It reinforces the activities we already carry out in recycling and contributes to Total’s ambition to be the responsible energy major.”
Total has announced its purchase of Synova, the French manufacturer of high-performance recycled polypropylene for the automotive industry. The deal is worth €1.05 billion ($A$1.06 billion), or about $US1 billion, and will see Total take over a company that makes plastic parts used in everything from cars to