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Stay informed regarding IAL's latest publications and industry news covering the markets for Polyurethanes, Flavours & Fragrances and Thermal Insulation.


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 26, 20251 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 23, 20252 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 19, 20251 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 18, 20251 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 11, 20252 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 4, 20253 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 3, 20252 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 3, 20252 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 29, 20251 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 22, 20252 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 8, 20251 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 4, 20252 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 30, 20252 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 29, 20254 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 25, 20251 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 24, 20251 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 23, 20252 min read


Global Overview of Sustainability in the Polyurethanes Market 2025 (1st Edition)
IAL Sustainability Report This study delivers an in-depth assessment of the global polyurethane (PU) industry’s shift toward...
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Jul 18, 20252 min read


Colson Group Announces Acquisition of Leading Polyurethane Manufacturer ESCO Plastics
Colson Group, the world’s leading manufacturer of casters and wheels, has announced the acquisition of ESCO Plastics, a Houston-based...
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Jul 16, 20251 min read


Xuelei Opens World’s Largest Fragrance Museum in Guangzhou
On 9 July 2025, Guangzhou Xuelei Cosmetics Co. unveiled the Xuelei Fragrance Museum, now recognised as the world’s largest fragrance...
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Jul 11, 20251 min read
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