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Latest News from IAL and the Global Chemicals Industry
Stay informed regarding IAL's latest publications and industry news covering the markets for Polyurethanes, Flavours & Fragrances and Thermal Insulation.


Henkel and Kraton Forge Strategic Partnership
Henkel Adhesive Technologies has signed a multi-year supply agreement, that aims to reduce carbon emissions in Henkel's packaging and consum
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Mar 27, 20241 min read


Delta Coatings and Covestro Develop Fast-Curing Polyurea Lining for Dubai's Iconic Lagoon
Delta Coatings International, in partnership with Covestro, collaborated to create a polyurea-based lining for one of Dubai's largest...
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Mar 13, 20241 min read


Pearl Group doubles production capacity in Saudi Arabia
Pearl Group, a global expert in polyurethane (PU), has significantly expanded its operations in Saudi Arabia. It has doubled its...
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Mar 13, 20242 min read


Perstorp Takes Full Ownership of Shandong Polyol Plant
Swedish chemicals leader Perstorp has acquired full ownership of its polyol manufacturing facility in China
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Mar 7, 20241 min read


IAL Consultants will be at UTECH Europe 2024 in Maastricht!
We will be at UTECH Europe in Maastricht, Netherlands, from 23-25 April. Come and visit us at Stand M23 to find out more about our latest...
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Feb 20, 20241 min read
Nordmann Signs Agreement to Distribute WeylChem's Biobased Polyols
Nordmann has partnered with WeylChem to supply Velvetol polyols for polyurethane systems in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
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Feb 16, 20241 min read
Econic Introduces High-Quality Mattress Using Captured Carbon Technology
Econic Technologies introduces renewable carbon technology for memory foam mattresses, reducing emissions and enhancing product comfort.
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Feb 14, 20241 min read
Huntsman introduces new PU composites for automotives
Huntsman is set to unveil its cutting-edge glass fiber-reinforced PU composite technology at JEC World.
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Feb 7, 20241 min read
Stahl Announces Opening of China Technical Centre in Foshan
Stahl opened its new China Technical Centre in Foshan City, Guangdong Province.
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Feb 5, 20241 min read
Soudal Accelerates Global Presence in Adhesive Industry with Strategic Acquisition of Durante Adesivi
Soudal has acquired a majority stake in Durante Adesivi, an Italian manufacturer of adhesives for woodworking, assembly, and packaging.
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Jan 30, 20241 min read
Henkel Unveils Innovative Foam Gasket for Dometic Motorhome Window Seals
Henkel and Dometic have developed a polyurethane foam gasket Fermapor K31 for motorhome, caravan, and minibus window frames.
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Jan 30, 20241 min read
BASF and Carlisle Unveil Zero Carbon Insulation
BASF and Carlisle are exploring the use of Lupranate Zero MDI in their InsulBase/Versicore polyisocyanurate insulation to achieve net zero.
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Jan 23, 20242 min read
Covestro signs recycled raw material deal with Encina
Covestro has signed a long-term contract with Encina to supply chemically recycled raw materials from post-consumer end-of-life plastic.
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Jan 18, 20241 min read
Neveon introduces a new, eco-friendly PU foam for mattresses
Neveon's Hybrid Endura is a lightweight, 30% renewable polyurethane foam that generates 70% less emissions than conventional HR mattresses.
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Jan 12, 20241 min read
Recticel Acquires REX to Grow Its Panel Business
Recticel plans to acquire Belgian REX Panels & Profiles, a producer of PIR and mineral wool insulated panels, for €70m.
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Jan 8, 20242 min read
Pearl launches Indian distribution Hub to Improve Local Service
Pearl Polyurethane Systems opened a distribution hub in Maharashtra, India, to better serve its Indian customers.
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Jan 8, 20242 min read
The European Market for Thermal Insulation Products
IAL is pleased to announce the publication of the fourteenth edition of its popular study on The Market for Thermal Insulation in Europe.
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Dec 29, 20232 min read


The European Market for Thermal Insulation Products
IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the publication of the fourteenth edition of its popular study on The Market for Thermal...
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Dec 29, 20235 min read
Soprema to acquire major stake in Saint Gobain's PIR insulation
Saint-Gobain is set to sell a majority stake in its Celotex PIR business to Soprema, with the transaction expected to close in early 2024.
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Dec 18, 20231 min read
Carrier and Haier Announce Commercial Refrigeration Sale
Carrier has agreed to sell its commercial refrigeration business to Chinese manufacturer Haier Smart Home for $775 million.
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Dec 18, 20232 min read
BASF Launches An Additive For Low-VOC PU Foam
BASF introduced Irgastab PUR 71, an improved anti-scorch additive for polyols and polyurethane foams that is free of aromatic amines.
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Dec 13, 20231 min read
LyondellBasell Sells Ethylene Oxide & Derivatives Business and Facility to INEOS
LyondellBasell disclosed that it and INEOS Oxide have reached an agreement for the sale of LYB's Ethylene Oxide and Derivatives division.
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Dec 12, 20231 min read
Covestro Upgrades Dormagen TDI Plant for Enhanced Sustainability
Covestro is investing €2 billion in modernizing its Dormagen production plant to improve sustainability and flexible foam production.
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Dec 6, 20231 min read
Piab Group Broadens its Range of Polyurethane Suction Cups
The well-known BXP cups, recognized for their capability to handle porous surfaces, are now offered in a 45 mm version.
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Dec 4, 20231 min read
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