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Arkema Acquires Stake in Battery Producer Verkor

Arkema contributed several million euros to Verkor’s recent €100 million (approximately $118.7 million) round of fundraising.

July 14, 2021

Arkema recently announced that it has become a shareholder and technological partner of Verkor, a French startup specializing in the production of high-performance batteries.

Eight Companies Join SOCMA

The additional companies bring the total number of new members for the first half of 2021 to 17.

July 13, 2021

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) recently welcomed eight companies to its growing specialty and fine chemical community.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Avery Dennison Expansion Leads the News

Last week, news from Avery Dennison regarding its planned expansion in Ohio drew the most reader interest.

Susan Sutton

July 12, 2021

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H.B. Fuller and Jubilant Industries Enter Strategic Partnership

JACPL will serve as a national channel partner of H.B. Fuller in India.

July 9, 2021

H.B. Fuller recently announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Jubilant Agri and Consumer Products Limited, a 100% subsidiary of Jubilant Industries Limited, to address the growing demand for adhesive applications in the B2B woodworking segment.

Kamhuber to Succeed Senftl as ViscoTec Commercial Managing Director

Kamhuber and Senftl will jointly steer the company’s affairs for the next six months.

July 8, 2021

ViscoTec recently announced a change in top management as its commercial managing director retires at the end of 2021.

Huber Wins 2020 IMD-Pictet Sustainability in Family Business Award

More than 60 international family businesses from four continents were considered for this global award.

July 8, 2021

J.M. Huber Corp. has been awarded the IMD-Pictet Sustainability in Family Business Award for 2020.

Griff Announces Management Appointments

The company also added new CNC equipment to its facilities in Fallsington, Pa.

July 7, 2021

The Griff Network recently announced that it has named Jon Giza and Tim Roche to management positions.

AkzoNobel Announces Agreement to Acquire Grupo Orbis

The transaction includes the Pintuco paints and coatings business, Andercol and Poliquim (resins), and Mundial (distribution and services).

July 6, 2021

AkzoNobel recently announced that it plans to further expand its long-term position in South and Central America after reaching an agreement to acquire Colombia-based paints and coatings company Grupo Orbis.

Hexion Recognized on International V.E ESG Assessment

V.E’s ESG assessments reportedly measure the extent to which a company is managing ESG-related risks and opportunities.

July 5, 2021

Hexion Inc. recently announced it has ranked among the top four companies in the North American chemical sector with a score of 50 out of 100, according to an environmental, social, and governance (ESG) assessment from V.E, part of Moody’s ESG Solutions.