On March 3, 2026, Henkel announced the official opening of its new innovation center in Jundiaí, Brazil. With an investment of approximately 38 million euros and a total area of 5,000 square meters, the center will serve as Henkel’s new hub for adhesive technologies R&D in Latin America.
The innovation center adopts Henkel’s advanced global innovation center model, which has been successfully implemented at its headquarters in Düsseldorf, Germany, and its innovation center in Shanghai, China. The model is designed to transform technical expertise into impactful and sustainable innovations.
Designed as an ecosystem for collaborative technological creation, the new innovation center in Brazil underscores Henkel’s commitment to driving regional innovation.
Mark Dorn, Executive Vice President of Henkel Adhesive Technologies, stated:
“By capturing trends and demands across Latin America, we demonstrate our commitment to advancing innovation in the region. This innovation center will vividly showcase our product portfolio to customers and foster close internal and external collaboration. Leveraging an expert ecosystem, cutting-edge technologies, and integrated infrastructure, we are accelerating the development of solutions that enhance regional competitiveness and set new benchmarks for the global industry.”
Sustainable Construction & Technical Capabilities
The administration building of the Jundiaí innovation center is constructed with engineered wood, making it one of the largest commercial buildings of its kind in the region. The center is divided into administrative and technical zones: the administrative area accommodates more than 100 employees for daily operations, while the technical zone houses over 20 state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with advanced equipment.
These infrastructure enhancements are designed to accelerate innovation and focus on developing high-performance, sustainable solutions across industrial sectors.
Nigel Fay, Vice President Corporate Innovation and Chief Technology Officer of Henkel Adhesive Technologies, explained:
“With these cutting-edge laboratories, our technical capabilities are reaching a new level. By bringing together customers, suppliers, universities, and strategic partners, we are building a collaborative hub that turns challenges into opportunities and drives the sustainable economic growth needed for the future.”
Proximity to the Latin American Market
Selecting Jundiaí, Brazil as the location for the innovation center highlights the strategic importance of the Brazilian market for Henkel Adhesive Technologies in Latin America.
André Baron, President of Henkel Latin America, noted that this investment underscores the company’s long-term commitment to the region:
“Latin America is uniquely positioned to play an increasingly important role in the global economy, thanks to its abundant renewable energy resources, strong production capacity, and deep pool of technical talent. Located in one of Brazil’s most dynamic industrial and academic centers — home to more than 800 companies and outstanding engineering and scientific expertise — the Jundiaí Innovation Center now acts as a catalyst within this ecosystem. Combining agility and strategic foresight, the center strengthens advanced technological expertise through education and development, thereby accelerating innovation and enhancing the region’s ability to shape the future.”
