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Henkel Expands Thermal Interface Portfolio with Durable, High-Performance Liquid Gap Filler for Advanced Devices

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has introduced Bergquist TGF 10000, a new liquid gap filler providing 10 W/mK thermal conductivity for high-power electronics that require efficient heat dissipation. Based on a silicone two-component system, the material combines strong thermal performance with high … Read the full press release

New BASF Lupragen N 208 catalyst enhances PU foam performance while meeting strict VOC standards

(IN BRIEF) BASF has introduced Lupragen® N 208, a new reactive amine catalyst for polyurethane foams that fulfills strict low-VOC requirements. Produced at the Ludwigshafen Verbund site and offered worldwide, the catalyst becomes part of the PU foam structure during … Read the full press release

Medical device circularity explored as Covestro and Allmed assess recycling of artificial kidney filters

(IN BRIEF) Covestro and Allmed have entered a partnership to explore whether used artificial kidney filters can be recycled into new polycarbonate-based plastic materials. The feasibility study assesses technical recovery processes, regulatory considerations and potential economic viability. Working with additional … Read the full press release

Evonik publishes EPDs for PROTECTOSIL® solutions, strengthening sustainability transparency in construction

(IN BRIEF) Evonik has released two Environmental Product Declarations for PROTECTOSIL® BHN and PROTECTOSIL® CIT through the IBU, providing life-cycle-based environmental data for building protection materials. The EPDs align with EU regulatory trends, anticipating requirements under the Construction Products Regulation. … Read the full press release

HyFINE consortium receives major investment to reinvent fine chemical production with renewable hydrogen and electrons

(IN BRIEF) NWO and GroenvermogenNL are granting €19.3 million to the HyFINE consortium to develop greener, hydrogen-driven production methods for specialty and fine chemicals, helping reduce reliance on fossil feedstocks and lowering waste and energy use. Including co-funding and in-kind … Read the full press release

Henkel expands thin organic coating portfolio with new colour technology offering enhanced aesthetics and corrosion protection

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has expanded its thin organic coating (TOC) technology portfolio with a new coloured variant designed to deliver both high performance and aesthetic benefits for coil-coated metal surfaces. The new golden finish, developed for a major construction-industry client, … Read the full press release

Borealis recognised with Stellantis CSR Supplier of the Year Award and named top-tier partner in South America region

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has received the Stellantis Supplier of the Year Award for Corporate Social Responsibility and was ranked among the top three Stellantis suppliers for the South America region, marking a notable achievement as the only advanced plastics company … Read the full press release

Novonesis launches Quara® Supreme to reduce oil-processing losses with drop-in enzymatic degumming

(IN BRIEF) Novonesis has launched Quara® Supreme, a thermostable enzymatic water-degumming solution developed to improve crude vegetable oil yield without generating free fatty acids. The biosolution enables processors to reduce typical degumming losses by as much as 2%*, while operating … Read the full press release

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

(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

BASF boosts coatings innovation, efficiency and CO₂ savings with fully digital Lean Lab concept in Germany

(IN BRIEF) BASF Coatings has inaugurated its new Lean Lab in Wuerzburg, Germany, bringing a digitally optimized laboratory model to one of its key European coating facilities. The new setup focuses on waterborne basecoat development for automotive OEM clients and … Read the full press release

BASF enhances coatings performance market with localized production of high-end CFRP dispersants in Nanjing, China

(IN BRIEF) BASF has begun commercial operation of a new dispersants production line at its Nanjing site, enabling domestic manufacturing of high-performance CFRP-based dispersants used in advanced coatings, inks and composite applications. The investment increases global capacity in coordination with … Read the full press release

Henkel Strengthens Global Collaboration with 2025 Supplier Awards Highlighting Leadership in Sustainability, Innovation and Resilient Supply

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies has presented its 2025 Supplier Awards to Synthomer, Dow and Kolon Industries, recognising outstanding contributions in sustainability, innovation and supply resilience. Synthomer earned the Sustainability Award for its emissions-reduction initiatives and collaboration with Henkel on … Read the full press release

Novonesis and thyssenkrupp Uhde Unveil Enzymatic Fat-Splitting Process to Boost Efficiency and Sustainability in Oleochemicals

(IN BRIEF) Novonesis has teamed up with thyssenkrupp Uhde to launch a revolutionary enzymatic fat-splitting process using the Lipura® Split enzyme, replacing traditional high-pressure thermal methods. By leveraging biosolutions at lower temperatures and atmospheric pressure, this method reduces energy and … Read the full press release

WACKER Unveils Next-Generation Medical Silicones for Adhesive and Tubing Applications at COMPAMED

(IN BRIEF) At COMPAMED 2025, WACKER introduces several groundbreaking silicone solutions aimed at redefining medical adhesive and tubing performance while advancing environmental goals. The main attraction is SILPURAN® eco 2114, a biomethanol-based silicone gel adhesive produced under mass balance certification … Read the full press release

LANXESS Reappoints CFO Oliver Stratmann for Five-Year Term to Ensure Financial Stability and Strategic Continuity

(IN BRIEF) LANXESS AG has renewed the contract of Chief Financial Officer Oliver Stratmann for another five years, with the new term starting September 1, 2026. The Supervisory Board praised Stratmann’s effective leadership and expertise in financial planning during challenging … Read the full press release

Symvision AI™ upgrade enables Symrise to merge sensory expertise with AI for faster, smarter flavor development

(IN BRIEF) Symrise has expanded its Symvision AI™ platform with powerful AI-assisted formula prediction tools that allow flavorists to model and optimize taste profiles with unprecedented accuracy. The system now combines market foresight with data-driven formulation capabilities, helping accelerate the … Read the full press release

Henkel introduces new Loctite 3D Printing materials for medical and industrial applications at Formnext 2025

(IN BRIEF) Henkel will showcase major 3D printing material innovations at Formnext 2025, introducing new biocompatible medical resins—Loctite 3D MED414 Red and Clear—and the industrial-grade Loctite 3D IND3785, designed for superior chemical resistance and pending FDA and EU food-contact approval. … Read the full press release

Borealis Renews Long-Term Partnership with Emirates Foundation to Support Education and Social Inclusion in the UAE

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has renewed its 15-year partnership with the Emirates Foundation to enhance education, social integration, and sustainability across the UAE. Through a 2025 contribution of AED one million from the Borealis Social Fund, the collaboration will continue to … Read the full press release

BASF Expands Cavipor® Clay Foam Applications to Roofs and Floor Slabs, Reinforcing Its Role in Energy-Efficient Building Renovation

(IN BRIEF) BASF has extended the applications of its mineral insulation material Cavipor®, now approved for use in floor slabs and roof insulation as filling between rafters. This advancement allows for complete building envelope insulation, reinforcing Cavipor’s role as a … Read the full press release

Long-Term Partners Brenntag and Röhm Extend European Collaboration to Advance Sustainable Polymer Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Brenntag has renewed its long-standing European distribution agreement with Röhm for PLEXIGLAS® and PLEXIMID® molding compounds, covering 23 countries across the continent. The partnership, built on more than 30 years of collaboration, will continue to deliver Röhm’s high-quality … Read the full press release