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As a joint venture of Sumitomo Chemical and Mitsui Chemicals, Nippon A&L is recognized as a global supplier with advanced technology in SBR latex used as anode binders for lithium-ion batteries (LiB), for which demand is expanding due to the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. In the field of SBR latex for paper processing, the company boasts one of Japan’s leading supply chains and is highly regarded in both areas. Additionally, in ABS resin used for automobiles and home appliances, Nippon A&L has a stable customer base both domestically and internationally, supported by its high level of technological expertise.

WACKER is responding to rising demand for high-quality specialty silicones in China by expanding its production capacities at its Zhangjiagang site. The Group held a ceremony to celebrate the mechanical completion of the facilities. Going forward, the new production complex will manufacture silicone fluids, silicone emulsions and silicone elastomer gels. Production is to be ramped up over the coming months. As planned, WACKER has invested a low three-digit million euro amount in the expansion project.

The European Commission has officially launched an anti-dumping investigation into imports of tires for passenger cars and light lorries from China, following a formal complaint by the EU tire industry. The probe aims to determine whether Chinese manufacturers are selling tires in the European market at unfairly low prices, potentially harming domestic producers.

The Rubber Division, ACS announces that housing is now open for the Global Polymer Summit being held this September in Cleveland, Ohio. Cleveland has proven itself an amazing host for this conference and several other prestigious events for many years. The Global Polymer Summit is making its premiere in this exciting city and we hope to see you there.

Nantong, China – ARLANXEO and TSRC announced the grand opening of their newly relocated and expanded joint venture NBR (nitrile-butadiene

Register is now open for all upcoming trainings. Members receive $100 off of each course and free registration for all webinars.

Warwick, UK – Injection molding machine manufacturer ENGEL is continuing to advance its internationalization strategy and, as of 1 April