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28 January 2026

LANXESS Signs Green Power Deal With VERBUND

Specialty Chemicals Producer LANXESS Has Signed A Three-Year Green Electricity Agreement With Austrian Energy Group VERBUND. The Company Aims To Cut Its Carbon Footprint By Around 60,000 Tonnes And Take Another Major Step Toward Its 2040 Climate Neutrality Target Through Hydropower-Based Renewable Energy.

28 January 2026

EU-Mercosur Deal May Diversify Supply Chains

The Free Trade Agreement signed between the EU and Mercosur in Asunción aims to gradually eliminate the majority of customs duties. Europe’s chemical industry expects stronger export opportunities in a 270-million-consumer market and new options for supply chain diversification, while attention now turns to the ratification process expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

27 January 2026

Ichimaru Pharcos wins BSB Innovation Award 2025 for eco-focused active ingredient

As sustainability competition accelerates in cosmetic raw materials, Ichimaru Pharcos stood out at the BSB Innovation Award 2025 with Proteoglycan IPC. The company’s approach to reducing environmental impact was recognised with an award in the environment category.

27 January 2026

FAR Chemical Is Now Part of Novopor

Novopor Advanced Science has added specialty chemical manufacturer FAR Chemical to its portfolio as part of its growth strategy in the United States. With this move, the company aims to further expand its capabilities from R&D to commercial-scale manufacturing in high value-added fields, including coatings and adhesives.

26 January 2026

Sumitomo Chemical Named Among “Top 100 Global Innovators 2026” for the Fifth Consecutive Year

Sumitomo Chemical has been included in Clarivate’s “Top 100 Global Innovators 2026” list, marking its fifth consecutive appearance since 2022. The company stood out particularly for its strong performance under the “rarity” criterion, which measures the ability to integrate diverse technologies.

26 January 2026

Saytek Accelerates Growth in 2026 with LPG License and European Expansion Plans

Leveraging its manufacturing strength in recycling and healthcare, Saytek is preparing for 2026 with an expanded energy business supported by an LPG distribution license and a strong focus on European markets. The company aims to increase capacity and value-added production through a new investment planned in Konya Kulu Organized Industrial Zone, including rPET sheet and food packaging manufacturing.

26 January 2026

CLEAR Teams Up with Oracle Red Bull Racing for 2026

Unilever’s haircare brand CLEAR has become Oracle Red Bull Racing’s first-ever Official Haircare Partner. The partnership will roll out from the 2026 season across Asia, EMEA and Latin America, with brand visibility on the RB22 car and on driver gear.

26 January 2026

Kimpur Ranks 13th Globally in LSEG ESG Assessment

Kimpur strengthened its global sustainability profile by scoring 82 out of 100 in the LSEG ESG assessment. The company ranked 13th among 517 chemical companies evaluated worldwide.

26 January 2026

Duayen Yapı Opens New Plant in Bulgaria

Following three plants in Istanbul and one in Dubai, Duayen Yapı is expanding into Europe with its new facility in Bulgaria. The new site operates in full compliance with European standards and strengthens the company’s European footprint.

26 January 2026

PLASFED and ATO Join Forces to Strengthen Trade and Exports

A PLASFED delegation met with the Ankara Chamber of Commerce to discuss strategic priorities aimed at strengthening production, trade and exports. The meeting focused on building a sustainable trade structure and enhancing market access for industrial stakeholders.

22 January 2026

Henkel Introduces a New Polyurethane Potting Solution for Industrial Electronics

Henkel has unveiled Loctite STYCAST US 8000 A/B, a two-component polyurethane potting compound designed to enhance durability and long-term reliability in industrial electronics and power electronics applications. With low ionic content and high insulation performance, the solution aims to reduce moisture-driven failure risks.

22 January 2026

US Pressure Over Greenland Puts EU Trade Framework Under Strain

US pressure on Denmark over Greenland and the threat of additional customs duties have made the Washington Europe framework agreement contentious before it even reaches the formal approval stage. Rising tensions point to a new wave of uncertainty that could complicate pricing and supply planning, particularly across the chemicals and plastics industries.

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