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”).

SIBUR has introduced an innovative approach to manufacturing shell-type thermal insulation products using polyurethane foam technology.

BASF’s announcement of a USD 200 per metric tonne increase for Lupranate® TDI across ASEAN and South Asia reflects the broader upward pressure on TDI pricing in the region, driven primarily by escalating transportation and energy costs.

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

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