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Sika Increases 2021 Annual Sales Target Following Record-Breaking First Quarter

Sika reported record sales of almost CHF 2 billion (approximately $2.2 billion) in the first quarter of 2021.

April 27, 2021

Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Sika recently announced that it has had a dynamic start to the 2021 fiscal year.

Kraton Block Copolymer Granted Section 18 Emergency Exemption by EPA

The EPA exemption will allow Delta Air Lines to use the block copolymer in specific applications in Georgia, Utah, and Minnesota to protect against the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

April 27, 2021

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a public health emergency exemption under Section 18 of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) submitted by the Georgia, Utah, and Minnesota Departments of Agriculture for the deployment of Kraton Corp.’s BiaXam™ in specific applications.

DuPont to Build New Adhesives Manufacturing Facility in China

Products manufactured at the facility will serve customers in the transportation industry, primarily vehicle electrification applications and lightweighting.

April 26, 2021

DuPont recently announced that it is investing approximately $30 million to build a new manufacturing facility in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu Province, in East China.

Afera and FEICA to Step Up Collaboration

Areas of collaboration will involve pertinent topics such as the European Green Deal and other regulatory affairs.

April 26, 2021

FEICA (the European voice of the adhesive and sealant industry) and Afera (The European Adhesive Tape Association) recently announced that they intend to work more closely for the benefit of the entire industry.

Scott Bader to Celebrate Centenary

During its centenary year, the company has chosen to support several environmental initiatives that will both protect and reduce its impact on the environment.

April 23, 2021

On April 28, Scott Bader will celebrate a major milestone in its history: 100 years in business and 70 years of the Scott Bader Commonwealth.

Nynas Achieves Platinum EcoVadis Rating

The rating places the company in the top 1% for sustainability performance.

April 23, 2021

Nynas recently announced that it has received an EcoVadis Platinum CSR rating.

Elkem Launches Updated Logo and Brand Profile

The update follows changes in the corporate portfolio that include several acquisitions over the past five years.

April 22, 2021

Elkem recently announced that it has launched an updated logo and brand profile.

Equi Joins ChemQuest as Director

Equi's work experience has spanned the Americas, Eastern Asia, and Western Europe and has culminated in many successful strategic growth opportunities.

April 22, 2021

The ChemQuest Group recently announced that it has hired one of its many longstanding clients, Robert J. (Bud) Equi, as a director.

Six New Members Join SOCMA Specialties Community

The additional members expand the association's membership to 142 companies.

April 21, 2021

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) recently welcomed Johnson Matthey, Sharp International Services, American Chemical Solutions, Kelly Registration Systems, Sage, and Treadstone Advisors.

AkzoNobel Announces Plans for Second Global Startup Challenge

The 2021 program builds on the success of the Paint the Future launch event in 2019, two regional startup challenges, two supplier programs, and other collaborations.

April 21, 2021

AkzoNobel recently announced that its second Paint the Future's global startup challenge will launch May 18.