BASF Corporation is launching Butyl acrylate RE and 2-Ethylhexylacrylate RE (Renewable Electricity), two new products that are manufactured at BASF’s Freeport, Texas site with attributed electricity from renewable sources. This reduces carbon dioxide emissions in the manufacturing process and improves the products’ carbon footprint compared to conventionally produced acrylic acid esters.

Global blowing agent (BA) consumption in polyurethane foams reached ~900,000 tonnes in 2025, with demand shaped primarily by insulation needs, regulatory pressures and the rapid transition to low‑GWP technologies.

The Asia-Pacific polyurethane market is witnessing increased volatility in raw material prices, primarily driven by supply-side constraints, escalating production costs, and geopolitical uncertainties. In recent months, this pressure has intensified, with manufacturers across the region implementing price hikes. A major factor behind this volatility is China’s rapid capacity expansion. In recent years, China has strengthened its competitive position through significant invest

Siegwerk, a global leader in printing inks and coatings for packaging applications, today announced the signing of a definite agreement for the acquisition of Hi-Tech Inks, a prominent Indian producer of flexographic and gravure printing inks.

Chemicals company Evonik is realigning its strategic research unit. The Evonik Innovation Factory operates as an entrepreneurial development unit, accelerating the transition of technological breakthroughs into industrial applications. As the successor to Creavis, it has a clear mandate: innovation with speed, market focus, and application relevance.

Eigenmann & Veronelli Group (“EV Group”), Italy’s leading and internationally oriented distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, further strengthens its Coatings & Construction portfolio through a new strategic agreement with Röhm GmbH, a global leader in the methacrylate chemistry.

BASF today celebrated the official inauguration of its newly built, world-scale Verbund site in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province in southern China. Covering an area of around four square kilometers, it is more than a major BASF project in the chemical growth market of China.

Huntsman Corporation inaugurated its expanded performance products manufacturing facility in Petfurdo, Hungary, with operations having commenced earlier this year. The expansion enhances the company’s global production capacity, offering greater flexibility and advanced technologies for the polyurethane, coatings, metalworking, and electronics sectors.

Changhua Chemical has inaugurated the world’s first commercial-scale production facility for polycarbonate ether (PCE) polyols. a new class of sustainable polyols derived from carbon dioxide. Marketed under the Carnol™ brand, these polyols are based on Econic’s proprietary technology and deliver cost-competitive, high-performance solutions with a carbon footprint approximately 30% lower than that of conventional polyols. The facility, located in Lianyungang, is expected to pr

Unilever PLC has formally addressed recent media speculation about its Foods business, acknowledging that it has received an inbound offer from McCormick & Company, Inc. and confirming that discussions are underway regarding a potential transaction

Thermore, launched Ecodown Fibers T2T, a free fibre insulation made from recycled polyester waste sourced from the textile supply chain. For more than 50 years, the Italy-based company has integrated environmental responsibility into its operations, focusing on recycled materials and solutions that enhance efficiency and durability.

Givaudan announced the expansion of its presence in Turkey, representing a significant milestone in its ongoing development within the country. In response to increasing fragrance demand in one of the most dynamic and promising markets, the company has strengthened its creative and technical capabilities, enhancing agility and efficiency in delivering distinctive solutions to both local and regional customers.

Net-zero buildings are designed to use as little energy as possible, with well-insulated walls, roofs and windows that keep heat in during winter and out during summer. This reduces the need for heating and cooling systems. Any remaining energy needed is supplied by renewable sources. A zero-emission building emits no carbon from fossil fuels and has excellent energy efficiency. Reducing energy demand in buildings is so important in meeting carbon emissions and reducing relia

BASF announced that it will increase prices for its Lupranate® MDI (methylene diphenyl diisocyanate) and Lupranate® TDI (toluene diisocyanate) by $500 per metric tonne across the East Asia region (excluding mainland China). with immediate effect or where contract terms permitted. This price adjustment has been made to support sustainable business operations, in light of ongoing increases in the costs of raw materials, transport, and energy. Source: BASF

This study delivers an in-depth assessment of the global polyurethane (PU) industry’s shift toward sustainability. It examines the current landscape of conventional PU products and outlines the emerging technologies, materials and strategies.

NUTEC Inc, a leading manufacturer of high-performance industrial insulation and fire protection products based in Huntersville, North Carolina, has completed the acquisition of ETS Schaefer LLC of Macedonia, Ohio, effective 1 March 2026, marking a strategic expansion in its thermal solutions business.

Wevo is strengthening its footprint in the Asia-Pacific region by establishing a new production facility in Singapore. The new facility in the Tuas industrial area will serve as a key location to provide customers with polyurethane systems made locally, helping various industries like e-mobility, home appliances, and energy management.

Symrise AG has introduced its new Care & Wellness Division to meet the rising global demand for integrated health, wellbeing, and beauty solutions. Part of its Scent & Care segment, the division combines expertise in cosmetic ingredients, health actives, and biotics strengthened by the 2025 Probi acquisition to offer a comprehensive, science-backed portfolio supporting topical, ingestible, and inside-out beauty applications.

Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, today announced the opening of its new Life Sciences Innovation & Application Center in Shanghai, strengthening its commitment to supporting customers and suppliers in China and Hong Kong with advanced technical capabilities and closer access to application expertise.

The Henkel Center of Research & Development, which is now beginning construction, will bring together Henkel’s North America Consumer Brands R&D teams, currently operating across three separate Connecticut locations, into a unified site designed to accelerate collaboration, creativity, career development, and customer centric innovation.

The transition from CFCs to low global warming potential (low-GWP) blowing agents is transforming the global foam and insulation industry. Blowing agents are chemicals used to create the cellular structure in foam materials such as polyurethane and polystyrene, which are widely used in construction insulation, refrigeration appliances, automotive components and packaging. Traditionally used blowing agents have raised environmental concerns due to their contribution to greenho

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Covestro has expanded its Specialty Films Technical Competence Center (TCC) in Shanghai, further strengthening its ability to support customers across Asia Pacific in applications ranging from smart automotive surfaces to humanoid robots and secure identification documents.

In today's fast-paced industrial landscape, the constant construction of new infrastructure is often considered a testament to progress. However, one commonly used material, polyurethane (PU), is manufactured from petrochemical-based polyols and isocyanates, and its production can be energy-intensive with direct environmental impacts. It is in this context that sustainability initiatives are increasingly recognized worldwide as a collective goal, raising demand for competitiv