The J-B Weld Co., a leader in DIY adhesives, announced its acquisition of the do-it-yourself bed liner brand HERCULINER^® from Old World Industries LLC.

Innovative Chemical Products (ICP Group) announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Choice Adhesives, a leader in custom adhesive solutions for a variety of industries.

FEICA (the European voice of the adhesive and sealant industry) and Afera (The European Adhesive Tape Association) intend to work more closely on pertinent topics, such as the European Green Deal and other regulatory affairs, for the benefit of the entire industry.

Henkel has been named a "Sustainability Champion" for its customized adhesive solutions for Debatin products.

As part of its broader investment plan to drive innovation and growth in its specialty product lines, Hexion Inc. intends to expand its Portland, Oregon, manufacturing site.

There is no doubt that mobility, sustainability and the rise of smart manufacturing will continue to reshape the global industrial landscape and stimulate economic growth. Chemical companies can innovate breakthrough solutions by banding together with industry peers, customers, regulators and other stakeholders.

POLYCOM Industries, an adhesives, coatings and product assembly specialist, has been rebranded as POLYCOM.

Free of epoxy silane, the Flextra range of adhesives for flexible packaging does not contain organotin or BPA. Specific grades are free of cyclic esters.

After less than 18 months of construction, Evonik officially opened its new multi-purpose silicones manufacturing facility in Geesthacht, Germany.

With its new RE range, Henkel is introducing a range of adhesives and coatings that both improve the recyclability of flexible packaging and make it possible to use recycled content in new packaging.