ADNOC International Germany Holding AG, a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of XRG P.J.S.C. ("XRG"), completed the acquisition of Covestro AG. Covestro will accelerate XRG’s global position in the chemicals sector and support XRG to become one of the leading global chemicals investors. XRG will work in close partnership with Covestro’s management to unlock the company’s full long-term potential. As part of the transaction, XRG is investing €1.17 billion to strengthen Covestro’

Flame retardant consumption across the Americas PU industry is demonstrating sustained long-term growth, increasing from 155,400 tonnes in 2019 to a projected 186,400 tonnes by 2030, representing an overall increase of approximately 20% over the period.

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. has announced the successful completion of its $9.7 billion acquisition of OxyChem from Occidental Petroleum, subject to customary post-closing purchase price adjustments.

Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. affiliate Kumho Mitsui Chemicals Inc. has decided to further increase the capacity of its production facilities for methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI). The facility is already operating at full capacity following a 200,000-ton capacity increase in 2024. With this new capacity increase, Kumho Mitsui Chemicals will be able to accommodate growing demand for not only automotive materials, but also the high-performance MDI used in flame-retardant insulati

Selena bids for Grupo IGM, a maker of sandwich panels

Barentz Expands Distribution Agreement with Huntsman Performance Products in the United States and Canada

Covestro and XRG receive final outstanding regulatory permission for their strategic cooperation

Global Polymer Solutions S.L. (“Delta Tecnic” ), an independently managed investment subsidiary of Investindustrial Growth III SCSp, has entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire 100% of Polytechs Financière SAS and its subsidiaries (“Polytechs”).

BASF and funds managed by global investment firm Carlyle, in partnership with the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), have entered into a binding agreement for BASF’s automotive OEM coatings, refinish coatings, and surface treatment businesses (“BASF Coatings”).

OrthoLite expands global production capacity with a new manufacturing facility in northern Vietnam

BASF has officially opens its high-performance dispersant production line at the Jiangbei New Material Technology Park in Nanjing, China. The new investment enables local manufacture of advanced dispersants using Controlled Free Radical Polymerisation (CFRP) technology, enhancing global capacity alongside BASF’s site in Heerenveen, the Netherlands. This expansion strengthens supply reliability and flexibility for customers across key markets. Dr. Stephan Kothrade, Member of t

Longhua New Materials has completed construction and successfully commenced production at its 330,000-ton-per-year polyether polyol expansion project, representing an investment of 150 million yuan and lifting the company’s total polyether capacity to 1.29 million tons annually, reinforcing its scale advantage in China’s domestic market. The new capacity focuses on high-activity soft foam polyether polyols and CASE-grade polyether polyols, widely used in automotive interiors,

BASF has announced a US$200/tonne price increase for MDI products in South Asia, coinciding with a steady upward trend in China’s domestic pure MDI market. Prices have risen in a clear stepwise pattern, driven by tight supply and reduced imports. In Shanghai, pure MDI has climbed from 18,400 yuan/tonne at the start of the month to around 19,500 yuan/tonne, supported by higher factory guidance prices. Shanghai’s November listing price rose by 500 yuan/tonne to 24,000 yuan/tonn

BASF has signed a multi-year cooperation agreement with Air Liquide’s subsidiary SCIPIG and Shenergy Group’s subsidiary Shenji to advance the production of low-carbon methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI).

Hyundai Transys and BASF have collaborated on a modular concept seat for purpose-built vehicles (PBV), demonstrating how the advanced material solution of Elastollan® thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), processed with Supercritical Fluid (SCF) injection foaming technology, can facilitate customizable and sustainable seating solutions for automotive interiors. The modular concept seat incorporates a headrest and armrest constructed with advanced material solutions for the first

P2 Science and Algenesis Collaborate on Algae-Derived Chemicals and 100% Biobased, Biodegradable Polyurethanes

BASF announced that it will address structural changes in the global chemical fiber market, marked by significant overcapacity, by consolidating its Asian polytetrahydrofuran (PolyTHF®) business at its Caojing site in China.

Summary The PU CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers) segment, though often overshadowed by polyurethane foams, represents a vital and versatile part of polyurethane chemistry. These materials are integral to industries ranging from automotive and furniture to footwear, packaging, wind energy, and textiles. Their adaptability and superior performance make them essential for delivering tailored solutions that enhance durability, flexibility, adhesion, and sealing

Industry leaders have called upon the Indian government to strengthen policy support and modernise Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) norms to enhance the global competitiveness of the country’s polyurethane (PU) and foam sector. The appeal was made during the Leadership Dialogue held ahead of the 2nd edition of UTECH INDIA – Sustainable Polyurethane & Foam (ISPUF) Expo, scheduled from 13–15 November at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. Organised by Crain Communications and

The Government of India decided to maintain the imposition of anti-dumping duty (ADD) on imports of Toluene Di-isocyanate (TDI), a chemical extensively used in the manufacturing of foams, coatings, and adhesives. TDI imports from the European Union and Saudi Arabia has been extended until March 1, 2026 . This decision follows an extensive review carried out by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), which advised the extension to protect the interests of domestic pr