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Henkel Advances Decarbonized Efforts at Sites in India and Türkiye

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:33:03 -0400

Henkel has reached a major milestone in its global sustainability strategy within the Adhesive Technologies business unit by achieving carbon-neutral production at its flagship sites in Kurkumbh, India, and Gebkim, Turkey.

Evonik Restructures Innovation Organization Around Bio-Based Solutions, Circular Economy

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:04:44 -0400

Under the new model, about two-thirds of Evonik's researchers will work directly within business lines to develop customer-focused solutions.

Encina and BASF Collaborate to Expand Development of Circular Chemicals

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:32:59 -0400

The collaboration agreement sets the framework for BASF to provide strategic advisory support services during the key project development phases, leading up to the Final Investment Decision.

Henkel Rallies Soccer Fans With Massive U.S. Men's National Team Display

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:21:25 -0400

From giant player graphics to jersey giveaways, Henkel is encouraging fans across the country to rally behind the U.S. Men's National Team.

Jowat Expands Swiss Manufacturing Location

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Jowat Swiss AG is advancing this long-term development with plans to add a new facility at the Swiss location.

North Carolina Department of Labor Recognizes Shurtape Technologies for Safety

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:07:55 -0400

Shurtape Technologies LLC announced that several of its facilities have received the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) Safety Awards for 2025.

Ashland Faces Pressure to Explore Sale as Activist Investor Builds Stake

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:51:07 -0400

Cleveland-based fund Ancora argues specialty ingredients maker is undervalued, estimates sale could yield $76 per share or more.

Jowat SE Establishes Subsidiary in South Korea

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:48:07 -0400

Leading adhesives manufacturer Jowat SE is expanding its global presence with the founding of a new subsidiary in South Korea.

Avery Dennison Appoints New President of Its Materials Group

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:19:35 -0400

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced that Danny Allouche has been appointed president, Materials Group.

ARLANXEO and Covestro Advance Sustainable Rubber Manufacturing

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:46:53 -0400

ARLANXEO and Covestro are collaborating to advance more sustainable solutions in synthetic rubber production.

Henkel Announces Partnership to Advance Screen-printable Silver Inks for Photovoltaic Panels

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:02:39 -0400

Henkel has partnered with Brilliant Matters to co-develop screen-printable silver inks for organic photovoltaic (OPV) panel manufacturing.

Kraton Announces Global Price Increases

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:18:43 -0400

Kraton Corp., a global producer of specialty polymers and high-value bio-based chemicals derived from pine wood pulping co-products, recently announced a global price increase.

3M Announces New Board Appointment

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:26:47 -0400

Jennifer Rumsey, chair and chief executive officer of Cummins Inc., brings deep experience leading a global industrial technology company to the board.

Bodo Möller Chemie Participates in China Trade Mission

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:45:05 -0400

By joining an official trade mission to China, Bodo Möller Chemie is reaffirming its commitment to expanding its international growth strategy.

Acquisition Broadens DiversiTech's Reach in Specialty Adhesives Markets

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:38:04 -0400

DiversiTech is broadening its reach in the adhesives and sealants market with the acquisition of Polymer Adhesives, a supplier of high-performance bonding and sealing solutions.

EU Safeguards Aerospace Sealants Supply Chain in BASF Transaction

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:27:33 -0400

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.

Arkema Names New Chief Operating Officer

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:57:24 -0400

Arkema announced that effective July 1, 2026, Laurent Tellier will become the group’s chief operating officer.

AGC Completes Third-Party Verification for Fluorine Raw Materials Used in Industrial Elastomer

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:31:05 -0400

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.

Orion S.A. Releases Latest Sustainability Report

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:45:06 -0400

The report showcases how Orion S.A.’s materials are advancing electrification, energy storage, and the circular economy.

OXEA and Air Liquide Extend Partnership at Oberhausen, Germany, Site

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:33:50 -0400

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

Univar Solutions and Dow Expand Partnership

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:18:21 -0400

Univar Solutions B.V. announced that its Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions segment has expanded its longstanding strategic partnership with Dow.

ChemQuest Names New Director

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:10:39 -0400

ChemQuest's new director is a seasoned marketing and sales executive with over 30 years of success in the specialty chemicals industry.

Arkema Publishes Annual and Sustainability Report

Sat, 30 May 2026 10:27:13 -0400

Arkema announced the publication of its INNOVATIVE 2025 Annual and Sustainability Report.

BASF Expands 2-ethylhexyl Acrylate Supply Capabilities in Indonesia

Sat, 30 May 2026 10:11:15 -0400

BASF has started up a new storage tank for 2-ethylhexyl acrylate (2-EHA) in Merak, Indonesia.

ASC Market Report Points to Strong Growth Through 2030

Fri, 29 May 2026 13:09:34 -0400

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) has released its North America Adhesive and Sealant Market Report.

Covestro Opens TPU Application Development Center

Wed, 27 May 2026 14:39:05 -0400

The new center marks a significant milestone in implementing Covestro's strategy to bring innovation closer to customers across Asia-Pacific.

Arxada and Azelis Expand CASE Distribution Agreement in France

Wed, 27 May 2026 09:11:16 -0400

Azelis has expanded its partnership with Arxada wherein Azelis will distribute Arxada’s portfolio of industrial biocides and coating additives in France.

H.B. Fuller and Ancora Holdings Clash Over Proposed Medical Adhesives Acquisition

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Tue, 26 May 2026 16:47:51 -0400

On May 21, Reuters reported that H.B. Fuller submitted an unsolicited all-cash proposal to acquire Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc (AMS), a U.K.-based medical supplier focused on wound-care technologies.

Iran War and Logistics Challenges Impact Adhesives and Sealants Pricing

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Tue, 26 May 2026 08:11:06 -0400

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.

Single-Family Starts Fall Amid Economic Uncertainty and Affordability Issues

Sat, 23 May 2026 21:50:30 -0400

Single-family housing starts declined in April as builders faced continued economic uncertainty and affordability challenges, including higher construction costs, ongoing labor shortages, and elevated financing expenses.