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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.


Arclin Acquires Polymer Solutions Group
Arclin, a leading materials science company, announced the completion of its acquisition of Polymer Solutions Group (PSG), a manufacturer...
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Oct 71 min read


Global Directory of Polyurethanes Systems Houses
Fully updated editions of 3 regional volumes, with nearly 40 new system houses added since the last edition ...
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Oct 61 min read


Lubrizol Open Foam Centre In Asia
Lubrizol has announced the launch of a new Foam Centre of Excellence (COE) in Shanghai, China, and Seoul, Korea. This investment...
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Oct 62 min read


Kerry Opens Biotechnology Centre in Leipzig to Drive Food, Beverage, and Pharma Innovation
Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, has inaugurated its new Biotechnology Centre in Leipzig, Germany, to accelerate the development of advanced biotech solutions for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. The facility marks a significant expansion of Kerry’s global biotechnology infrastructure, complementing its investments and acquisitions over the past two decades, including the 2022 purchase of c-LEcta, a Leipzig-based specialist in enzymes and biotechn
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Sep 261 min read


Polyurethane Chemicals and Products Markets in the Americas – 2025
Publication: September 2025 IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the publication of its report on the polyurethane chemicals and...
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Sep 232 min read


Takasago Completes New Facility at Iwata Factory to Strengthen Fine Chemicals Production
On September 2, 2025, Takasago International Corporation celebrated the completion of a new facility at its Iwata Factory, marking a...
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Sep 191 min read


Mipa Group Expansion in Benelux with New Belgium Subsidiary
The Mipa Group is advancing its international growth strategy with a stronger focus on Western Europe. On 1 September 2025, its...
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Sep 181 min read


Sonoco Divests ThermoSafe to Arsenal Capital Partners
Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON) has signed a definitive agreement to sell its ThermoSafe business, a global leader in...
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Sep 112 min read


Global Overview of the Flavours and Fragrances Market
15 th Edition Publication: September 2025 This new IAL market report brings together the most up-to-date information available on the Global Flavours and Fragrances Industry, building on previous editions. Aspects of the market covered in this study Consumption of flavours and fragrances by end-use application in each global region and country by value (US$), 2024-2029 Principal trends and factors affecting the market Profiles of key suppliers Overview of suppliers and glo
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Sep 43 min read


Wevo Launches New Subsidiary in India
Wevo has announced the establishment of WEVO Chemical India Private Limited, headquartered in Gurugram, southwest of New Delhi, as part...
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Sep 32 min read


Global Overview of the Additives in the Polyurethanes Foam Market 2025
1 st Edition IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the publication of the first edition of its two-volume study on the global market...
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Sep 32 min read


Takasago Europe Partners with Food Harbour Hamburg to Drive Flavor Innovation
Takasago Europe GmbH, the Germany-based flavor division of the global flavor house Takasago, has announced a strategic partnership with...
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Aug 291 min read


Infinity Fragrances Expands Operations with New Facility in New Jersey
Infinity Fragrances announced the grand opening of a state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Somerset, New Jersey,...
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Aug 222 min read


Warburg Pincus Acquires FlavorSum to Drive Next Phase of Growth
Global private equity firm Warburg Pincus has announced the acquisition of flavor solutions provider FlavorSum from its previous owner,...
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Aug 81 min read


AIMPLAS Develops Eco-Friendly Flame-Retardant Coatings and Composites
Amid growing concerns over the environmental impact of key industries like construction and mobility, there's a rising demand for...
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Aug 42 min read


IFF introduces ENVIROCAP, a groundbreaking aroma delivery solution for fabric care
IFF, a global leader in flavours, fragrances, and biosciences, has announced ENVIROCAP, a revolutionary sustainable scent delivery system designed for future fabric care
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Jul 302 min read


Global Overview of Sustainability in the Polyurethane Market 2025
IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the recent publication of its report on sustainability in the global polyurethane market. The...
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Jul 294 min read


TSG Consumer Acquires Fragrance Disruptor Phlur in Strategic Growth Move
TSG Consumer, a private equity firm renowned for investing in consumer brands like Dude Wipes and previously Huda Beauty, has announced...
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Jul 251 min read


Qore Opens Bio-Based BDO Plant in Iowa
Qore, a joint venture between Cargill and Helm, has officially opened its $300 million biobased 1,4-butanediol (BDO) production facility...
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Jul 241 min read


PepsiCo plans to rename Lay's and Tostitos without artificial dyes and flavours
PepsiCo plans to rename Lay's and Tostitos sans artificial dyes and flavours
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Jul 232 min read
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