Borealis Scientist Honoured with Giulio Natta Award 2012

Dr. Peter Denifl, the mastermind behind Borealis' new polyolefin catalyst technology, Sirius, has been awarded the prestigious Giulio Natta Award for 2012.

The accolade recognises the significant contribution of Peter Denifl's scientific activity in catalyst development, in the field of polypropylene products which contribute to enhancing quality of life.

Proprietary Sirius catalyst technology from Borealis is, for example, supporting the innovation of cast film polypropylene grades which offer step change purity and optical properties, and faster, more energy-efficient processing for recyclable and sterilisable food contact applications.