Perfumes y Diseño acquires Twelve Beauty, expanding its skincare line

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

Eurofragance expands its footprint in Asia with a new creative centre in Jakarta

L'Oréal invests €60 million in the Gauchy factory due to 'strong growth' in its perfume division

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

IFF introduces a smart dosage robot to transform scent creation

Estée Lauder launches its first Latin American investment amid soaring beauty boom

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).

DOW, a global leader in specialty materials, has launched four new personal care ingredients and debuting “Beauty in Harmony” concept collection during in-cosmetics Asia 2025. These launches reflect Dow’s commitment to advancing science-driven solutions for beauty brands and consumers across Asia Pacific.

L’Oréal has acquired a minority equity interest in the Chinese mass-market skincare brand Lan, representing the company's second investment in a Chinese beauty enterprise.

Monument has commenced the first US-based production of polyols derived from renewable carbon at its Brandenburg, Kentucky facility, marking a significant milestone for the polyurethane industry.

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

Nouryon has opened an innovation centre in Shanghai, China, as part of its commitment to improving collaborative development and promoting sustainable growth throughout the Asia Pacific region.

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

INEOS Styrolution has announced its decision to permanently close its polystyrene (PS) production operations in Wingles, France, as part of a wider strategy to align its European footprint with evolving market conditions and strengthen long-term competitiveness. The company will consolidate polystyrene production for its European customer base at its advanced Antwerp site in Belgium, which offers a strong strategic location near major suppliers and customers, as well as enhan

Polyurethane (PU) foam is widely employed in furniture, mattresses, automotive interiors, building insulation, appliances, footwear, and several other industries. The industry is subtly shifting towards sustainable methods of production, driven by regulatory pressure and increasing expectations from downstream manufacturers and consumers. Across, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, producers are progressively adopting more environmentally responsible practices to reduce carbon em

GEA builds a large-scale mixing plant for taste creation at the Symrise location

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has announced a minority investment in XINÚ, a Mexican luxury fragrance house inspired by the biodiversity, creativity and cultural richness of the American continent, marking the company’s first-ever investment in a Latin American brand and reinforcing its commitment to supporting regional entrepreneurship and innovation. Founded in 2017, XINÚ has rapidly gained recognition for its fusion of fragrance, art and storytelling, expressed through s

Vranjes Firenze completes acquisition of 51% share in Integra Fragrances

PAYAN BERTRAND, specialist in aromatic products and fragrances since 1854, is entering a new stage of growth with the construction of a cutting-edge fragrance compounding site in Le Plan-de-Grasse.

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.

Dow has announced that its isocyanates manufacturing facility in Freeport, Texas has earned ISCC PLUS certification, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainable production and transparent supply chains across North America.

BEWI, a leading supplier of packaging, components, and insulation solutions, has broadened its sustainable GreenLine product portfolio with the launch of GreenLine Super EPS, a grey expanded polystyrene insulation board featuring up to a 52% lower CO₂ footprint.