April 16, 2026 – Syensqo has launched Omnix® DW-4650, a new high-performance polyamide material designed to enable the production of safer, more reliable and cost-effective sanitary products. Amid growing market demand for modern showers and faucets, manufacturers are seeking cost-optimized metal alternatives with enhanced performance. Omnix® DW-4650 effectively addresses this need, delivering strong resistance to frost cracking even in extremely low-temperature environments.

Ultramid® Expand polyamide pre-expanded particles deliver lightweight properties, high strength and durability, significantly enhancing the stability of railway container flooring under harsh operating conditions. BASF to present at CHINAPLAS 2026 International Rubber & Plastics Fair: Booth C41, Hall 7.2, Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center.

LG Chem is advancing structural reorganization for its bisphenol A (BPA) business, a general petrochemical product line, with plans that may include equity divestment. Industry observers widely regard this as a strategic step to restructure low-margin commodity chemical operations while repositioning toward high value-added business segments.

According to a March 8, 2026 announcement, LG Chem is pushing forward with a structural reorganization of its bisphenol A (BPA) business unit, including plans for a potential equity sale. Industry observers widely view this as a strategic step to streamline low-margin commodity chemical operations while accelerating its shift toward high value-added business areas.

April 9, 2026 – Syensqo, a global leader in specialty materials and chemicals, has unveiled Amodel® PPA HFFR 4130 CN, a material specifically designed for through-housing busbars in integrated electric drive systems. Boasting exceptional thermal shock resistance, ATF corrosion resistance and flame retardancy, this product facilitates the integrated and efficient transformation of electric vehicle (EV) drive systems.

April 7, 2026 – Algenesis Labs, a pioneer in bio-based and biodegradable polyurethane materials, has unveiled findings from its latest Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) study. Results show that the company’s Soleic® product line reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 65% relative to petroleum-based alternatives.

Syensqo and Shell Chemicals Europe B.V. have announced a partnership to supply low-carbon ethylene oxide (EO) products produced via the mass balance approach for agricultural and industrial applications.

AddWorks™ PPA product series delivers PFAS-free alternatives with outstanding extrusion processability and food contact compliance. Clariant launches new Exolit™ OP 1266 flame retardant, specially designed for 800V+ high-voltage e‑mobility applications, antimony-free and halogen-free. Renewable rice bran wax-based Licocare™ RBW additives achieve full global food contact certification while significantly lowering carbon footprint. Innovative titanium-based catalyst solutions will revolutionize polyester production, eliminating reliance on antimony and reducing energy consumption.

April 3, 2026 – BASF and Qiteng Robotics have formally signed a cooperation memorandum.

OMV, Austria’s oil and gas group, and XRG, the international investment arm of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), have jointly announced the successful establishment of Borouge Group International. The new company has become the world’s fourth-largest polyolefins producer.