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Novomer Relocates Headquarters

The new office will be less than 20 miles from the current Waltham location.

July 3, 2017

Novomer Inc. has announced the relocation of its headquarters to One Bowdoin Square in Boston on July 17.

Focus On

Winning in a Dynamic and Inclusive Market

Companies must become more agile to take advantage of new growth opportunities in the adhesives and sealants industry.

Christian Kirsten, Ph.D.

July 3, 2017

If the past year taught us anything, it’s that the world is becoming an unpredictable place and change is the only constant. In the Asia-Pacific region, the convergence of economic, technological, customer and regulatory forces are remaking the market into a more dynamic, inclusive playing field. With this transition, we expect to see consistent demand for reliable products, breakthrough technology and innovative high-impact solutions.

Wagner Group Integrates Industrial Division

This integration is reportedly designed to foster common, global growth under the Wagner brand.

June 14, 2017

The Wagner Group recently announced it is continuing to drive forward the joint marketing of the companies belonging to its industrial solutions division.

ChemQuest Receives License in Riyadh at Saudi-U.S. CEO Forum

The Saudi-U.S. CEO Forum is a springboard for investment opportunities to advance economic diversification.

June 9, 2017

The ChemQuest Group Inc. recently announced that Senior Vice President, James E. Swope was among a select group of 23 top business leaders granted a license at the Saudi-U.S. CEO Forum in Riyadh on May 20.

AkzoNobel Participates in Perfect the Parks Program

This is the first community project in Pontiac funded by AkzoNobel’s Human Cities initiative.

April 20, 2017

More than 130 volunteers from AkzoNobel, Leaders of the Future and residents from around Oakland County participated.

Regulatory Revew

TSCA Could Provide Unintended Consequences

Final legislation could require the EPA—for the first time—to make a decision about whether a new chemical would ever pose an unreasonable risk.

Mark Collatz

April 3, 2017

We are all familiar with the social science concept of unintended consequences—outcomes that weren’t foreseen or intended. History is rife with examples of well-meaning intentions that somehow went awry. In the 19th century, Australia introduced rabbits into the country as means for providing an additional food supply for its indigenous people.

PPG Begins Colorful Communities Project

The Colorful Communities program intends to bring color and vitality to various communities.

March 31, 2017

PPG recently announced the start of a Colorful Communities™ project in Huntsville, Ala.

Top 5 News that Sticks

SOCMA’s Message to President Trump Makes Top News

SOCMA’s message to President Trump received the most reader interest last week.

Teresa McPherson

March 27, 2017

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

SOCMA Sends Message to President Trump

The letter introduces him to the specialty chemical industry and thanks him for his focus on small business, jobs, and the economy.

March 14, 2017

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA) recently announced it has sent a letter to President Donald Trump, introducing him to the specialty chemical industry and thanking him for his focus on small business, jobs, and the economy.

Chemical Industry Associations Release Statement on NAFTA

The associations released a joint statement outlining the chemical industry's priorities for a potential renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

March 6, 2017

The North American chemical industry, represented by the American Chemistry Council (ACC), Chemical Industry Association of Canada (CIAC), and the Mexican Chemical Industry National Association (ANIQ), recently released a joint statement.