Volexion, a battery materials company, announced that it shipped its first product samples of a graphene coating, which shields battery cathodes from wear and tear, to tier‑one manufacturers worldwide. Initial recipients include leading automotive OEMs, top global cell producers, and U.S. specialty energy‑storage developers, with additional shipments already underway. Read More…

Covestro has signed an agreement with Vencorex Holding SAS, a subsidiary of Thai chemical company PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited, to acquire two legal entities with stand-alone production sites for hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) derivatives in Rayong, Thailand and Freeport, Texas. HDI derivatives are an essential component of polyurethanes coatings, adhesives and sealants. Read More…

The Chemours Company (Chemours) announced that it has signed strategic agreements with SRF Limited (SRF), a manufacturer of industrial and specialty intermediates, including fluoropolymers. Read More…

Global New Material International Holdings Limited (GNMI) has completed its €665 million acquisition of Merck’s Surface Solutions business (“Surface Solutions”), which will continue under the “Susonity” brand. Read More…

Hempel A/S has inaugurated its new office in Pune, India. According to the company, the office will accommodate colleagues primarily within Digital and Finance. Its proximity to Mumbai, where the company already has a strong presence, will give the company access to more talent in the region and position it perfectly to support their global operations. Read More…

Engineered Resin Solutions (ERS), a division of Schmidt Industrial Services and a provider of advanced epoxy coatings and surface protection solutions, announced its expansion into Florida and the broader Southeast. The move includes the opening of a regional office in Fort Lauderdale, and the hiring of Taylor Greene to lead operations in the region. Read More…