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10 March 2026

BASF Starts Elastomer Production in China

BASF has begun commercial production of flame-retardant thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) at its plant in Shanghai, China. The company’s Elastollan products will start shipping this month and are aimed at key applications such as industrial automation, robotics, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

09 March 2026

Kimpur Strengthens Its Presence in the ANZ Region with Bisley Distribution Partnership

Polyurethane system manufacturer Kimpur has signed a distribution agreement with Bisley & Company Pty Ltd to strengthen its presence in the Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) region as part of its global growth strategy. Through this partnership, Kimpur’s polyurethane system solutions will be delivered to regional customers via Bisley’s extensive distribution network and market expertise.

02 March 2026

Kimpur CEO Cavidan Karaca Recognized Among “Turkey’s 50 Most Powerful Women CEOs”

Kimpur CEO Cavidan Karaca has been named to Ekonomist Magazine’s “Turkey’s 50 Most Powerful Women CEOs” list.

18 February 2026

Kimpur Strengthens Export Growth in the Panel Sector

03 February 2026

Flokser Kimya Hosts A Strategic Gathering In Istanbul: Polyurethane Industry Leaders Meet Under One Roof

Flokser Kimya brought together key business partners and leading professionals of the polyurethane ecosystem in Istanbul as part of its “Industry Leaders Meeting.” The two-day event highlighted the importance of sustainable growth, strong collaborations, and sector-wide knowledge sharing.

28 January 2026

What Is Polyurethane? The Material Shaping Standards in Insulation and Comfort

Used from rigid insulation foams to flexible cushioning and protective coatings, polyurethane supports a wide range of applications across construction, automotive, and furniture. With strong thermal insulation, impact performance, and long service life, it is gaining visibility as energy efficiency targets become more central.

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.

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.

21 January 2026

Polyurethane Foam Market Set to Reach 19.6 Million Tons by 2031

The global polyurethane foam market continues to expand, with production expected to reach 19.61 million tons by 2031 at a compound annual growth rate of 4.31 percent. Rising demand from construction, automotive and packaging sectors is accelerating interest in “bio based polyols” and “low GWP” solutions

15 January 2026

Mevaldi Expands Production Capacity in Sustainable Chemistry with New Investment

Dutch biotechnology start-up Mevaldi is preparing to expand its production capacity in sustainable chemistry following a new investment round joined by ICOS Capital. The company aims to bring its bio-based chemical building blocks, derived from sugars and wood residues, to broader markets through a Europe-based production chain.

13 January 2026

Kimpur Completes SAP S/4HANA Upgrade in Just Four Months, Strengthening Its Digital Infrastructure

Kimpur, the region’s largest polyurethane systems manufacturer, has successfully completed its transition to the latest version of SAP S/4HANA in just four months. The upgrade enhances real-time data management across finance, production, supply chain, and sales, reinforcing the company’s single source of truth approach.

08 January 2026

Kimpur Sets a New Monthly Sales Record in December

Kimpur achieved its highest-ever monthly sales volume in December, reaching 15,500 tons and closing the year with strong momentum. In parallel, the company’s Düzce Production Facility hit a 2025 production record with 4,000 tons per month.

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