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

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

Lubrizol and Bjørn Thorsen A/S has expanded its distribution partnership for Lubrizol’s industrial thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) resins to Germany and Hungary. Bjørn Thorsen, a well-established distributor of Lubrizol TPU in Nordics, Baltics, UK and Ireland, is now strengthening its distribution portfolio and local presence in key Central European markets.

Henkel, a global leader in adhesives, sealants, and coatings, has opened the Inspiration Center Jundiaí. The 5,000-square-meter structure will be the new R&D headquarters for Adhesive Technologies in Latin America, costing around 38 million euros (approximately BRL 232.5 million).

Global speciality chemicals distributor Azelis has entered into a distribution agreement with Milliken & Company to expand the availability of polyurethane (PU) colourant solutions across India.

Materials manufacturer Covestro and the Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety and Energy Technology (UMSICHT) have signed an agreement to operate a pilot plant capable of processing two thousand tonnes of rigid polyurethane foam waste per year through smart pyrolysis. The facility is expected to be up and running by mid-2028. The plant will focus on converting insulation waste from household appliances and construction into high-purity re-aniline, a key ingredient in

BASF has taken a notable step forward in sustainable manufacturing by launching its first commercial production of biomass balance (BMB) polyether polyols in North America. The company's Verbund facility in Geismar, Louisiana is manufacturing the products, adding a greener dimension to BASF's existing range of polyurethane raw materials. The new polyols, certified by ISCC PLUS, a well-respected global standard, ensure that all sustainable biomass materials used can be tracked

LBB Specialities (LBBS), a North American distributor of speciality chemicals and ingredients, has announced a new authorised distribution partnership with Kemitura

Speciality coatings company Stahl has introduced PermUCell™, a market-ready technology designed to enable more sustainable production of polyurethane (PU) materials by replacing conventional solvent-based coagulation processes with a fully water-based alternative.

Selena has added a new polyurethane foam product to its Tytan portfolio. The multi-position foam, Tytan Professional Revo 360°, was developed to increase productivity and reduce operating costs on construction sites.

Evonik reported a challenging operating environment in 2025, with demand across many chemical end-markets remaining weak and customers maintaining cautious purchasing behavior.

Azelis, a leading innovation service provider in the speciality chemicals and food ingredients sector, has announced a new distribution agreement with Milliken & Company in India.

Stepan Announces Price Hike for Polyol in North America

BASF has launched biomass balance (BMB) grades of its Autofroth® polyurethane systems for the low-pressure polyurethane foam market.

BASF raises prices for MDI in ASEAN countries

Sika to acquire Turkey-based company Akkim Sealants & Adhesives

TopBuild Corp. acquired Applied Coatings and Upstate Spray Foam. Based in Winfield, N.Y., Applied Coatings and Upstate Spray Foam together generate approximately $20 million in annual revenue, primarily installing spray foam and fireproofing for the residential and commercial end markets in New York, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.

RECARO Aircraft Seating, is expanding its Świebodzin, Poland facility, with completion planned for Q3 2026.