Hyosung TNC has announced plans to invest US$1 billion in its future bio-based materials business, marking a major step in the company’s long-term sustainability strategy. The investment will support the construction of multiple Bio-BDO production plants in Vietnam with a combined annual capacity of 200,000 tonnes.

PCL Construction has officially commenced construction of a new stone wool insulation manufacturing facility for Rockwool North America in Wallula, Washington, marking a significant investment in sustainable building materials and advanced manufacturing in the western United States.

Symrise has strengthened its Food & Beverage capabilities in Southern Europe through the expansion and modernisation of its site in Parets del Vallès near Barcelona, reinforcing its regional presence and improving service proximity for customers across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.

The new center is expected to accelerate innovation cycles and enhance production testing capabilities, enabling the refinery catalysts team to bring advanced catalyst solutions to market more efficiently. It also serves as a central hub for operational and analytical excellence, supported by modern quality assurance and quality control laboratories.

DSM-Firmenich as announced the sale of its Action Pin business, part of the company’s Perfumery & Beauty division under the “Agro Ingredients” segment, to AP Marensin S.A.S.U., an investor consortium established by FeBe Vermögensverwaltung GmbH and supported by Berlin-based family office Econa and French private equity fund Ouest Croissance.

Döhler formed an agreement to acquire the remaining shares in British flavour house Treatt for £183 million, thereby assuming full ownership of the company. The agreement was announced on 29th April 2026, following a previously established agreement between the two businesses in January. German ingredients manufacturer Döhler already held a 28% stake in the flavour house, increased from 10% in late 2025. Under the terms of the acquisition, Treatt’s shareholders will be entitl

Covestro has announced its largest energy efficiency project to date, aimed at significantly reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions at its Dormagen facility in Germany.

Polyol Price Increase

Kimpur, the region’s leading polyurethane systems house by production capacity and sales, has made a strategic investment to support its growth. It has formed an 80% affiliated partnership with Kobe Polyurethane, enabling it to expand into new specialised product segments.

Omya Performance Polymer Distribution has been appointed the mutually exclusive distribution partner for Elastollan thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) by BASF across France, Switzerland, North Africa, Israel and the Middle East, effective July 1, 2026.

Trinseo has announced a significant restructuring initiative aimed at strengthening its financial foundation and supporting long-term sustainable growth amid continued pressure on the global chemicals market.

PepsiCo, Givaudan, Smurfit Westrock and Statkraft have signed a 10-year Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) aimed at advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing value chain emissions across Europe.

Polyester polyols account for just under one third of global polyol consumption. The segment’s mix remains stable, with aliphatic polyester polyols holding about 70% share and aromatic polyester polyols the remaining 30%, supported by steady demand from rigid foam and construction applications. Overall, shifts in consumption are incremental, driven by evolving performance needs rather than any structural market change.

dsm-firmenich has expanded its global pet nutrition operations with the opening of NextGen Itatiba, a dedicated pet nutrition premix facility located in Itatiba, São Paulo, Brazil.

Henkel's Loctite TLB 9270APS is a two-part polyurethane-based adhesive with thermal conductivity of around 2 W/m·K, strong bonding performance, and reliable electrical insulation. It is particularly effective for use with aluminium and PET film materials. The product is designed to support efficient manufacturing and allows for quick The product offers thermal conductivity of approximately 2 W/m·K, strong bonding performance, and reliable electrical insulation. It works espec

ROCKWOOL has announced an agreement to acquire a stone wool insulation factory in Hungary from Ravago Building Solutions, strengthening its manufacturing presence in Central and Eastern Europe.

Jayant Agro-Organics has announced the acquisition of additional equity and preference shares in Vithal Castor Polyols Private Limited (VCPL), strengthening its position in the bio-polyols segment.

Low-VOC polyurethane coatings are gaining momentum across Asia-Pacific region, propelled by tightening environmental regulations and evolving market structures.

WACKER announces price increase for resins, dispersions, and dispersible polymer powders

BASF has introduced its new Reduced Product Carbon Footprint (ReducedPCF) Elastollan® thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) portfolio in the Asia Pacific region, aimed at helping customers lower the carbon footprint of their products without sacrificing material performance.

W.R. Meadows has announced the acquisition of Alcot Plastics Ltd., a Canada-based manufacturer of extruded polyethylene foam products, as part of its strategy to expand its construction materials portfolio and strengthen manufacturing capabilities across North America.

Plexus®, a global leader in high‑performance structural adhesives, has launched three new thermomechanical polyurethane adhesives—DT2325, DT2430 and DT2630LD. These products are designed to help engineers address rising thermal and mechanical stresses in modern assemblies by combining strong structural bonding with effective thermal management in a single material. The new formulations are engineered to handle heat, vibration and impact, while maintaining stable thermal perfo

Incorez has introduced Aldirez® 211, a moisture-activated blocked diamine crosslinker for polyurethane and polyaspartic systems. The product is designed to improve cure speed, surface finish, and durability in moisture-curing and ambient-cure applications.

Dow and RDM Group have introduced Multiboard CirculaRR, a new fibre-based food packaging solution designed to support circularity in barrier packaging applications. Suitable for frozen foods, fruit trays, and dry pet food, the packaging combines recycled cartonboard with advanced recycled polyethylene (PE), making it entirely from recycled materials while maintaining high performance and food-contact safety standards.