Graco Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Valco Melton, a global provider of adhesive application and quality assurance systems, for $447 million in cash. The acquisition will include the present value of approximately $40 million in expected tax benefits, subject to customary adjustments. This is equivalent to approximately 14 times Valco Melton's EBITDA for the entire year of 2025. The transaction is anticipated to be finalised in the third quarter of Graco'

Huntsman Corporation inaugurated its expanded performance products manufacturing facility in Petfurdo, Hungary, with operations having commenced earlier this year. The expansion enhances the company’s global production capacity, offering greater flexibility and advanced technologies for the polyurethane, coatings, metalworking, and electronics sectors.

Wevo is strengthening its footprint in the Asia-Pacific region by establishing a new production facility in Singapore. The new facility in the Tuas industrial area will serve as a key location to provide customers with polyurethane systems made locally, helping various industries like e-mobility, home appliances, and energy management.