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.

Graco Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Valco Melton, a global provider of adhesive application and quality assurance systems, for $447 million in cash. The acquisition will include the present value of approximately $40 million in expected tax benefits, subject to customary adjustments. This is equivalent to approximately 14 times Valco Melton's EBITDA for the entire year of 2025. The transaction is anticipated to be finalised in the third quarter of Graco'

Adient, a global leader in automotive seating, has expanded its operational footprint by acquiring a foam production plant in Romulus, MI. The plant, which produces foam for seats for multiple automaker customers, joins Adient’s network of 10 foam plants in the Americas region. Globally, the company has 30 foam manufacturing plants. Adient purchased the plant from automotive supplier Woodbridge. The agreement included the purchase of the existing building and land, production

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.

Brenntag Specialties, formed an exclusive partnership with Shinehigh to distribute their true functional active ingredients to Brenntag Specialties customers around the world. In the Beauty and Personal Care segment, active ingredients serve as critical performance drivers, precisely targeting specific concerns while delivering clinically measurable, visible benefits to both skin and hair. Under this agreement, Brenntag will expand its offering of innovative, high-tech specia

DKSH Partners with Novaphene to Expand Personal Care Ingredients Distribution in Southeast Asia

The Robertet Group selected GTT Communications Inc., a premier provider of networking and security services to multinational organisations, to provide Secure Connect SASE, Cloud Connect, and connectivity throughout Europe, the Middle East, North and South America, and Asia, including China. Robertet will leverage the GTT Envision platform's secure networking capabilities to optimise operations, accelerate the adoption of cloud and AI, and foster growth. Robertet will implemen

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.

Henkel Opens Upgraded Packaging Competence Center to Advance Future-Ready Packaging Solutions

Cargill and Voyage Foods partner to introduce NextCoa™ cocoa-free confectionery alternatives to North America

Native, the personal care brand known for its clean, simple, and effective formulas, has announced the release of its limited-edition Global Flavours Cafe Collection. The collection is defined by clean, effective formulas in a variety of products, including aluminum-free deodorant, sulfate-free body wash, moisturising lotion, body scrub, hair care, and liquid hand soap. These formulas are inspired by the vibrant flavours and aromas of destinations such as Morocco, Brazil, Ita

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.

Symrise builds Northwest Arkansas food studio to increase customer collaboration and culinary Innovation in North America