Stepan Co. announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the surfactant business and associated assets of PerformanX Specialty Chemicals, LLC.

Henkel completed the acquisition of the U.S.-based advanced materials start-up NBD Nanotechnologies Inc.

Meridian Adhesives Group has announced the acquisition of Design Polymerics, a manufacturer of high-performance sealants, adhesives, insulation mastics, and indoor air quality products.

Cimbar Resources Inc. recently completed its acquisition of the calcium carbonates manufacturing assets in Sahuarita, Arizona, from Imerys Carbonates USA Inc.

Arkema finalized the acquisition of Polimeros Especiales, strengthening the group’s offering in solvent-free solutions and its position in this fast-growing region.

Covestro has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Additive Manufacturing Business to Stratasys.

All4Labels Global Packaging Group, an international manufacturer of packaging solutions, is continuing its global growth strategy by acquiring Carlucci, an Italian producer of pressure-sensitive labels and packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical industry.

In November 2021, Sika signed a definitive agreement to acquire MBCC Group (former BASF Construction Chemicals).

The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the first half of 2023.

“In addition to shortening cycle times for our customers, this acquisition offers a significant growth opportunity for us in North America,” said Mike Frost, EUKALIN’s North American sales leader for the envelope and traditional EUKALIN market segments.