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]]> https://www.adhesivesmag.com/rss/2654-raw-materials-and-chemicals en-us Bodo Möller Chemie Participates in China Trade Mission By joining an official trade mission to China, Bodo Möller Chemie is reaffirming its commitment to expanding its international growth strategy.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102450 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:45:05 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102450-bodo-moller-chemie-participates-in-china-trade-mission EU Safeguards Aerospace Sealants Supply Chain in BASF Transaction The European Commission has conditionally approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the proposed acquisition of BASF's coatings division by U.S.-based Carlyle Group Inc.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102448 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:27:33 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102448-eu-safeguards-aerospace-sealants-supply-chain-in-basf-transaction Arkema Names New Chief Operating Officer Arkema announced that effective July 1, 2026, Laurent Tellier will become the group’s chief operating officer.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102447 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:57:24 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102447-arkema-names-new-chief-operating-officer Thierry Le Henaff Thierry Le Hénaff, Arkema’s chairman and chief executive officer. Laurent Tellier Laurent Tellier is assuming the position of Arkema's chief operating officer. AGC Completes Third-Party Verification for Fluorine Raw Materials Used in Industrial Elastomer AGC announced that it has completed a third-party verification based on UL 2809 in May 2026 for the fluorine raw materials used in AFLAS™ FFKM.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102446 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:31:05 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102446-agc-completes-third-party-verification-for-fluorine-raw-materials-used-in-industrial-elastomer Orion S.A. Releases Latest Sustainability Report The report showcases how Orion S.A.’s materials are advancing electrification, energy storage, and the circular economy.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102444 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:45:06 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102444-orion-sa-releases-latest-sustainability-report OXEA and Air Liquide Extend Partnership at Oberhausen, Germany, Site  OXEA and Air Liquide are extending their longstanding partnership by renewing their contract for the supply of synthesis gas and hydrogen at the OXEA Industrial Park Ruhrchemie Oberhausen

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102443 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:33:50 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102443-oxea-and-air-liquide-extend-partnership-at-oberhausen-germany-site Univar Solutions and Dow Expand Partnership Univar Solutions B.V. announced that its Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions segment has expanded its longstanding strategic partnership with Dow.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102442 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:18:21 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102442-univar-solutions-and-dow-expand-partnership iGM RESINS: Acrylate Resin A breakthrough in UV curing technology Photomer® SC91 from iGM Resins represents a new chemistry that fundamentally changes how photoinitiation is delivered in UV and LED systems. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102440 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:40:05 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102440-igm-resins-acrylate-resin ChemQuest Names New Director ChemQuest's new director is a seasoned marketing and sales executive with over 30 years of success in the specialty chemicals industry.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102439 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:10:39 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102439-chemquest-names-new-director Arkema Publishes Annual and Sustainability Report Arkema announced the publication of its INNOVATIVE 2025 Annual and Sustainability Report.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102438 Sat, 30 May 2026 10:27:13 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102438-arkema-publishes-annual-and-sustainability-report BASF Expands 2-ethylhexyl Acrylate Supply Capabilities in Indonesia BASF has started up a new storage tank for 2-ethylhexyl acrylate (2-EHA) in Merak, Indonesia.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102437 Sat, 30 May 2026 10:11:15 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102437-basf-expands-2-ethylhexyl-acrylate-supply-capabilities-in-indonesia Covestro Opens TPU Application Development Center The new center marks a significant milestone in implementing Covestro's strategy to bring innovation closer to customers across Asia-Pacific.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102434 Wed, 27 May 2026 14:39:05 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102434-covestro-opens-tpu-application-development-center Arxada and Azelis Expand CASE Distribution Agreement in France Azelis has expanded its partnership with Arxada wherein Azelis will distribute Arxada’s portfolio of industrial biocides and coating additives in France.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102431 Wed, 27 May 2026 09:11:16 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102431-arxada-and-azelis-expand-case-distribution-agreement-in-france Critical for Chemistry: A Look Back at the Women in Chemicals 2025 Conference and a Preview for 2026 From keynote insights to mentorship programs, the Women in Chemicals Conference delivers valuable takeaways for career development and industry engagement.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102410 Wed, 27 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102410-critical-for-chemistry-a-look-back-at-the-women-in-chemicals-2025-conference-and-a-preview-for-2026 Iran War and Logistics Challenges Impact Adhesives and Sealants Pricing ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Both adhesives and raw materials suppliers are tying rising costs of their products to petrochemical constraints, tariffs, energy costs, logistics volatility, and the continued pressure on specialty chemical feedstocks.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102429 Tue, 26 May 2026 08:11:06 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102429-iran-war-and-logistics-challenges-impact-adhesives-and-sealants-pricing Oxea Raises Prices for Oxo Intermediates Oxea is increasing prices for certain products in North America, Mexico, South America, and the rest of the world. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102423 Fri, 22 May 2026 09:03:23 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102423-oxea-raises-prices-for-oxo-intermediates BASF to Sell Silicates Business BASF and PQ, global provider of silicates, silicas and derivative products headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, have signed an agreement for the sale of BASF’s silicates business.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102422 Fri, 22 May 2026 08:46:28 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102422-basf-to-sell-silicates-business Collaboration and Innovation Drive the Conversation at ASC's Convention and EXPO ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) The neon lights of Nashville’s Broadway may have been calling from just down the street, but the real electricity was inside the Grand Hyatt

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14/post/102420 Thu, 21 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14-adhesives-blog/post/102420-collaboration-and-innovation-drive-the-conversation-at-ascs-convention-and-expo Oxea Announces Series of Price Increases Oxea announced a series of price increases in response to rising costs in raw materials, energy, and supply chain, combined with ongoing supply and demand volatility.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102411 Sat, 16 May 2026 15:55:07 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102411-oxea-announces-series-of-price-increases LMA Consulting Group Marks 21 Years in Business Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting Group Inc., is celebrating 21 years of helping manufacturers and distributors navigate changing supply chain demands, operational challenges, and evolving technologies.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102406 Fri, 15 May 2026 10:34:59 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102406-lma-consulting-group-marks-21-years-in-business Registration Opens for 2026 Polyurethanes Technical Conference Registration is now open for the 2026 Polyurethanes Technical Conference, which is taking place October 5–7 in Orlando, Florida.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102405 Fri, 15 May 2026 09:18:20 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102405-registration-opens-for-2026-polyurethanes-technical-conference Celanese Increases Prices Across Acetyl Chain Celanese Corp. recently announced global price increases across its acetyl chain portfolio, with the changes taking effect immediately or as existing contracts allow.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102404 Thu, 14 May 2026 18:47:35 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102404-celanese-increases-prices-across-acetyl-chain Center for the Polyurethanes Industry Elects Steering Committee Leadership The American Chemistry Council’s (ACC) Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) has elected new leadership for its steering committee. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102403 Thu, 14 May 2026 15:47:10 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102403-center-for-the-polyurethanes-industry-elects-steering-committee-leadership UNITED RESINS Strengthens Sustainable Chemicals Value Chain with FLORPINUS Deal The acquisition signals a major move to expand sustainable rosin derivatives and specialty chemicals capabilities across global markets.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102402 Wed, 13 May 2026 11:10:08 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102402-united-resins-strengthens-sustainable-chemicals-value-chain-with-florpinus-deal Covestro Announces New Chief Financial Officer Covestro has named a new chief financial officer who brings more than 25 years of experience in finance and international investment banking to the position.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102401 Wed, 13 May 2026 10:42:04 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102401-covestro-announces-new-chief-financial-officer Adhesives Industry Leaders Head to Park City for ASC 2026 Conference ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) The ASC Executive Leadership Conference 2026 will provide industry executives with tools to navigate today’s evolving business landscape.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102394 Wed, 13 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102394-adhesives-industry-leaders-head-to-park-city-for-asc-2026-conference Evonik Begins Expanded Specialty Amine Production in China Evonik has inaugurated the expansion of its specialty amine production facility in Nanjing, China.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102390 Fri, 08 May 2026 15:36:29 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102390-evonik-begins-expanded-specialty-amine-production-in-china Hexion Announces Executive Appointments as It Shifts Business Model The company’s new senior executive hires strengthen Hexion’s capabilities to drive measurable performance gains for the wood panel manufacturing industry.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102388 Fri, 08 May 2026 10:45:15 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102388-hexion-announces-executive-appointments-as-it-shifts-business-model Uncountable Announces Four New Deals in Specialty Chemicals Space Uncountable’s AI platform unifies formulation, scale-up, and production data to accelerate end-to-end specialty chemicals development.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102387 Thu, 07 May 2026 13:23:25 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102387-uncountable-announces-four-new-deals-in-specialty-chemicals-space WACKER’s Polymers Division Gets New Leader Wacker Chemie AG recently appointed a new head of its Polymers division.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102386 Wed, 06 May 2026 10:07:05 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102386-wackers-polymers-division-gets-new-leader WACKER's Maximilian Peter Maximilian Peter, head of Polymers division, Wacker Chemie AG. WACKER's Peter Summo Peter Summo, Head of Corporate Sales & Distribution, Wacker Chemie AG.