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Industry alliance advances recyclable boat composites with recognition at METSTRADE and Paris Boat Show

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, November 2025

(IN BRIEF) The Circular Alliance for Composite Recycling — comprising Arkema, Groupe Beneteau, Veolia, Composite Recycling, Owens Corning and Chomarat — has won the Sustainability Project of the Year award at METSTRADE 2025. Central to the project is Arkema’s Elium® … Read the full press release

Catalyxx and Arkema collaborate on industrial-scale bio-alcohol production for low-carbon acrylic resins

PRESS RELEASE -- 18, September 2025

(IN BRIEF) Arkema and Catalyxx have announced a strategic partnership to develop a new value chain for bio-based acrylic resins with a lower carbon footprint. Catalyxx plans to construct an industrial facility to produce bio-alcohols such as bio n-butanol from … Read the full press release

BASF, Arkema, and AkzoNobel achieve up to 40% lower carbon footprint in Interpon architectural powder coatings through value chain collaboration

PRESS RELEASE -- 15, September 2025

(IN BRIEF) BASF, Arkema, and AkzoNobel have reduced the carbon footprint of AkzoNobel’s Interpon D superdurable architectural powder coatings by up to 40% through a value chain partnership focused on renewable raw materials and supplier-specific carbon data. BASF supplies NPG … Read the full press release

Arkema to Triple Rilsan® Clear Production with New $20 Million Singapore Unit

PRESS RELEASE -- 10, July 2025

(IN BRIEF) Arkema is expanding its Singapore operations with a new Rilsan® Clear transparent polyamide unit, following its recent 50% capacity increase at the same site. The US $20 million project, due in Q1 2026, will triple global production of … Read the full press release

Arkema Partners with Honeywell to Deliver Next-Generation Low-GWP Refrigerants for HVACR Solutions

PRESS RELEASE -- 21, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) Arkema is expanding its portfolio of low-GWP refrigerants with new HFO blends under its Forane® brand. In collaboration with Honeywell, Arkema is responding to increased demand for refrigerants in the HVACR industry, offering solutions that align with the … Read the full press release

Arkema Achieves “A” Rating for Climate Change and “A-” for Water Security in 2024 CDP Assessments

PRESS RELEASE -- 16, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has earned an “A” rating for Climate Change and an improved “A-” rating for Water Security in the 2024 CDP assessments. These recognitions place Arkema among the top 2% of over 24,700 companies evaluated, highlighting the Group’s commitment … Read the full press release

Arkema Renews Partnership with Women’s Football in France, Extends Naming Rights for Arkema Première Ligue Through 2027/2028

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has renewed its partnership with women’s football in France, extending its naming rights for the Arkema Première Ligue until the 2027/2028 season. Through this commitment, Arkema continues to support the growth of women’s football both locally and … Read the full press release

Arkema Transforms European Acrylic Thickener Production with Up to 30 Percent Bio-Based Content and 25 Percent Carbon Footprint Reduction

PRESS RELEASE -- 11, April 2025

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has announced a comprehensive conversion of its European acrylic thickener product line to now include bio-based components. The new formulations boast up to 30% bio-based content and a product carbon footprint reduction of up to 25% compared … Read the full press release

Industry Leaders Pioneer Circular Economy in Boat Manufacturing with Recycled Composites

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, March 2025

(IN BRIEF) A coalition of major industry players has launched a pioneering initiative in Western France to transform boat manufacturing through a circular economy model. In this breakthrough collaboration, Groupe Beneteau will incorporate recycled composite materials, including Arkema’s innovative Elium® … Read the full press release

Arkema Achieves ISCC PLUS Certification for Bio-Attributed Resins in Malaysia, Advancing Sustainability in Specialty Materials

PRESS RELEASE -- 4, March 2025

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has achieved ISCC PLUS certification for its acrylic and liquid polyester resins production facility in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, expanding its portfolio of bio-attributed materials. This certification is part of Arkema’s global Mass Balance initiative, aimed at offering … Read the full press release

Sustainable Farming Gains Traction in Gujarat as Pragati Program Celebrates Milestone

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, February 2025

(IN BRIEF) The Pragati sustainable castor bean program has achieved significant progress in its eight years, improving yields and enhancing the livelihoods of over 8,000 certified farmers in Gujarat, India. By focusing on sustainability, water efficiency, and gender inclusivity, the … Read the full press release

Arkema Unveils ENCOR® Bio-Based Dispersions to Drive Sustainability in the Textile Industry

PRESS RELEASE -- 23, January 2025

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has launched its ENCOR® range of bio-based waterborne dispersions, designed for textile printing and finishing applications, offering up to 30% bio-based content and reducing the carbon footprint by 40% compared to traditional resins. This innovation supports the … Read the full press release