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Photo of leaders from DuPont and the Zhangjiagang government at groundbreaking ceremony.

DuPont Breaks Ground on New Facility in East China

The facility will produce a range of materials to advance applications for electrification and lightweighting in support of growing demand for DuPont’s automotive adhesives.

November 22, 2021

DuPont has broken ground on a previously announced $30 million facility in Zhangjiagang, China.

Graco Opens New Innovation Center in China

The new facility, which is located in South China, will help strengthen the company’s relationships with key customers.

November 19, 2021

Graco Inc. recently announced the opening of a new South China Innovation Center in DongGuan City, China, focused on serving the electronics industry.

Photo of the Evonik Essen Goldschmidt site in Germany

Evonik Enhances Polyurethane Additives Capabilities with New Innovation Center

The focus of the new laboratory is on high-growth application areas, including low-emission catalysts for high-quality coatings and adhesives.

November 17, 2021

Evonik recently announced that it has expanded with a new state-of-the-art polyurethane (PU) laboratory and innovation facility at its Essen Goldschmidt site in Germany.

Scott Bader New Facility in Northamptonshire

Scott Bader Announces New Facility in Northamptonshire

Completion of the new facility is expected in November.

November 15, 2021

Scott Bader recently announced that it is continuing to invest in the region with a new facility at Earls Barton, Northamptonshire, UK.

Elkem to Expand Specialty Silicones Production in France

The expansion is the largest organic investment project in Elkem’s European silicones franchise in a decade.

November 9, 2021

Elkem recently announced a strategic investment plan to expand specialty silicones supply for customers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and the Americas.

Sika Opens New Subsidiary in Ghana

Sika Ghana will initially sell concrete admixtures and grinding aids.

November 8, 2021

Sika recently announced that it is continuing to expand its presence in Africa and has established a new national subsidiary in Ghana.

Photo of people breaking ground on Mapei's new Laval, Quebec, site

MAPEI to Expand Powder Production and Distribution in Quebec

Completion of the expansion project is expected in 2023.

November 5, 2021

MAPEI Inc. recently announced the expansion of its Laval, Quebec, Canada, facility with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 50,750-sq-ft (4 715-m²) powder production plant and distribution facility.

Evonik Expands Production of Organic Dispersions for Heat Sealing Applications

Evonik reports that customers in the packaging industry and their need for easier recycling of plastic packaging are driving demand.

October 28, 2021

Evonik recently announced that it has expanded its production capacity for organic dispersions used for heat sealing applications.

Scott Bader Establishes Scott Bader Italia

The new location will help the company serve customers in sectors such as the marine, land transportation, and building and construction markets.

October 26, 2021

Scott Bader recently announced the formation of Scott Bader Italia, a new location to serve the company’s growing base of Italian customers.

Photo of opening ceremony for a new fumed silica plant in Zhenjiang, China.

Evonik Fumed Silica Plant Begins Production in China

The plant will produce fumed silica marketed under the AEROSIL brand name.

October 19, 2021

The joint venture between Evonik and Wynca, Evonik Wynca (Zhenjiang) Silicon Material Co., Ltd., recently held an opening ceremony for a new fumed silica plant located in the Zhenjiang New Material Industry Park in Jiangsu province, China.