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Arkema Inc. Fluorochemicals Scientist Sarah Kim will present during April ASHRAE webinar on ‘The Future of Refrigerants’
- Press releaseArkema Inc. Fluorochemicals Scientist Sarah Kim will be a presenter during an ASHRAE-sponsored webcast “The Future of Refrigerants: Unitary and VRF Systems” on April 17, 2019, 7pm-9pm EDT, with a repeat webcast on April 18, 11am-1pm EDT.
The ASHRAE (The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers) webcast will examine the world’s most prolific air-conditioning system configurations and how those systems will adapt to worldwide regulatory restrictions and corresponding advancements in refrigerant technology.
Arkema files its 2018 Reference Document
- Press releaseArkema announces that it filed its 2018 Reference Document with the French Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) on 11 April 2019. This document is available under the heading Investor Relations in the Financials/Annual Reports section of the Group's website under the following link : www.finance.arkema.com
Olivier Philardeau named Commercial Director for Arkema Canada Inc.
- Press releaseAs Commercial Director, Olivier will oversee the Company’s commercial teams in Canada, effective April 1.
Arkema starts a 30% photocure resin production capacity increase at its Sartomer site in China
- Press releaseArkema has successfully started up the 30% capacity extension of its photocure advanced liquid resin production plant in Nansha, located south of Canton, China. Inaugurated today, this new production line will help to meet the strong demand in Asia in the electronics, 3D printing, adhesives and inkjet printing markets. This investment supports Sartomer’s strategy to develop cutting-edge solutions for advanced and sustainable curing technologies.
New platform to help fight HFC illegal trade activities in EU
- Short newsEFCTC launches a digital platform to gather and handle reports on HFC illegal trade activities, ensuring full confidentiality.
Thierry Parmentier appointed Arkema Executive Vice President Human Resources and Corporate Communication and a member of the Executive Committee
- Press releaseEffective 1st June 2019, Thierry Parmentier will be joining Arkema with a view to taking up the post of Executive Vice President Human Resources and Corporate Communication on 1st July, replacing Michel Delaborde who will be retiring. Thierry Parmentier will also join the Executive Committee.
Appointment and renewals of directors at Arkema’s Board of directors
- Press releaseThe Board of directors decided on 3 April 2019 to propose the appointment, for a 4-year period, of Ian Hudson as independent director and the renewal of the terms of office of Victoire de Margerie, Hélène Moreau-Leroy and Laurent Mignon. In addition, the Board decided to appoint Hélène Moreau-Leroy as senior independent director as of 21 May 2019.
Arkema Focuses on Superdurables at 2019 Powder Coating Institute Technical Conference
- Press releaseArkema Inc will showcase the Company’s wide range of products and technologies for powder coating formulators at the 2019 Powder Coating Institute (PCI) Technical Conference, held April 1-4, 2019 at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld Hotel (Table top # 62).
Arkema highlights 3D printed innovative industrial applications at AMUG 2019
- Press releaseArkema will promote its high performance materials for 3D Printing at the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) 2019 Conference in Chicago, IL -US, from March 31 to April 4, 2019. During technical sessions, our experts will present how our materials contribute to unlock new industrial applications.
Arkema starts first PEKK production plant in U.S.
- Press releaseArkema has successfully started up a Kepstan® PEKK (Poly-Ether-Ketone-Ketone) plant at its site near Mobile (Alabama – United States). Inaugurated today, this investment is a new step in Arkema’s ambitious growth strategy in high-performance polymers and advanced materials, the development of which is supported by the Group’s cutting-edge technologies in search of solutions for sustainable development.
Arkema Introduces ENCOR 9215® Latex for PSAs Used in High-Speed Label Applications
- Press releaseArkema has introduced ENCOR 9215® latex for use in pressure sensitive adhesives used across multiple labeling applications. This product is formulated specifically to offer outstanding performance in highspeed label production applications.
Arkema announces a price increase for its Oleris® range
- Short newsEffective April 1st 2019, or as contract terms permit, Arkema will raise prices for its Oleris® heptanoic acid as following:
Arkema presents its latest innovations at ECS 2019 for tougher and longer-lasting coatings
- Press releaseArkema continues to innovate and develop ever more efficient materials for coatings that are both tougher and easier to apply, while addressing environmental constraints. Working closely with its customers, the Group markets a unique multi-technology and multi-product offering for the paint, and coatings and adhesives markets, to be showcased at the European Coatings Show, Nürnberg, 19 to 21 March 2019 (Hall 4A – Stand 313).
Arkema and 3DXTech bring FluorX™ filament, based on Arkema’s Kynar® PVDF, to Ultimaker’s Cura Marketplace
- Press releaseArkema has joined the Ultimaker Material Alliance Program, bringing a very high performance polymer to the program. The new PVDF-based filament is specifically designed for printing highly technical 3D parts that require extreme performance.
Arkema, winner of the JEC Innovation Award 2019, "Construction" category
- Short newsAt the JEC Innovation Award ceremony on March 13, 2019, Arkema received first prize in the "Construction" category for its innovation entailing glass fiber-composite reinforcement for concrete and composite cables for prestressed concrete made with the Elium® resin.
New ENCOR® 601 Binder Addresses Surfactant Leaching in Masonry Coatings
- Press releaseArkema today introduced ENCOR® 601 acrylic latex for use in low VOC masonry coating applications. Properly formulated, this new resin provides outstanding surfactant leaching resistance, which helps reduce the likelihood of stain formation and other undesired effects in a finished coating.
Arkema and Hexcel open a joint research and development laboratory in Les Avenières, France
- Press releaseArkema and Hexcel have announced that they will open a joint research and development laboratory in Les Avenières (Isère), France in April.
Arkema Inc. becomes a sponsor for Women in HVACR association and supports ASHRAE scholarship fund
- Press releaseArkema Inc. is proud to be a part of the Women in HVACR non-profit industry association and its mission to encourage diversity in the HVACR field, including its scholarship fund for women in engineering.
Arkema presents its unique range of advanced materials for composites at JEC WORLD 2019
- Press releaseAt JEC WORLD 2019, held from 12 to 14 March 2019 at Paris Villepinte, Arkema will be showcasing its unique range of high performance materials and cutting-edge solutions to meet growing demand for advanced composites in the construction, transportation and sports sectors. By offering resins and thermoplastic materials for the manufacture of recyclable composites, Arkema is committed to addressing the major environmental challenges of end-of-life composites.
Price increase of an Arkema’s amines range
- Short newsArkema is increasing the price by 7 % as of April 1rst 2019 on Dimethylethylamine(DMEA) and Dimethylisopropylamine (DMIPA).
Arkema showcases at TCT Asia 2019 its latest collaborative innovations in 3D printing technologies
- Press releaseAt TCT Asia, Shanghai, February 21-23, Arkema will showcase its new collaborative innovations in advanced materials for all major 3D printing technologies: powder bed fusion, filament extrusion and UV curing.
Autodesk, Arkema and Farsoon take a collaborative step forward in advanced additive manufacturing (3D Printing)
- Press releaseWorking together, the companies are developing an optimized software, hardware, and advanced materials ecosystem with the goal of accelerating industrial production with polymer laser sintering.
Arkema opens a new powder coating resins unit in India
- Press releaseArkema will inaugurate a new first-class polyester resin manufacturing facility in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra on February 13, 2019. This new facility also includes a dedicated laboratory to provide both application development and technical support. The facility will help Arkema better serve customers in the fast growing powder coating market throughout India, as well as the Gulf Region and surrounding countries.
Arkema showcases its range of performance materials for sports equipment at ISPO Munich 2019
- Press releaseArkema will be present at the ISPO trade fair in Munich from 3 to 6 February to exhibit its unique range of performance materials serving the most demanding sports markets, in particular for footwear and technical textiles. Arkema will also present its latest innovations in terms of bio-based, sustainable products and its online, connected community of athletes.
Philanthropy: Arkema boosts its actions targeting the young
- Short newsA further two initiatives have been added to Arkema’s philanthropic program, one around young children’s awareness of classical musical culture, and the other around social integration through sport.
Fix & Flash from Bostik “Voted Product of the Year 2019”
- Short newsBostik has gained recognition by consumers, who have voted Fix & Flash “Product of the year 2019” in the “repair glue” category.
Arkema invests in the company OXIS Energy to ramp up the development of lithium-sulfur batteries
- Short newsArkema works alongside battery manufacturers, and contributes to optimizing battery performance thanks to its materials and innovative solutions. Arkema’s acquisition of a stake in Oxis Energy is consistent with this strategic ambition and this commitment to anticipating the technologies of tomorrow’s batteries for the transportation market.
SURTECH 2019
- Short newsArkema will participate in the SURTECH 2019 in Tokyo from 30 January to 1 February 2019.
Arkema has an active participation in the actions of the MMAtwo consortium
- Short newsThis project was launched on 1st October 2018, and many actions are now underway on the initiative of the MMAtow Advisory Committee, including, for example, the visit of a car disassembly center.
Odor-Tech LLC to be merged into Arkema Inc.
- Short newsOdor-Tech LLC, one of the leading manufacturers of gas odorants in the U.S., is merging into its parent company, Arkema Inc., effective January 1, 2019. As a result, the Odor-Tech name will no longer be used after 2018, and all odorant business going forward will be conducted under the name Arkema.
1M DMT Hydrogen Peroxide production celebration
- Short newsGrand celebration held at ASHP to honor the milestone event of 1M DMT Hydrogen Peroxide production.
Arkema’s new employer brand: Go beyond your discoveries!
- Short newsTime to challenge popular thinking and assumptions! The chemical sector does not hire men and chemists only. Time to discover testimonies from Julie, a marketing analyst, Régis, a sales manager, Tom, a financial analyst, Aude, a project manager, Pierre, a process engineer, and Lise, a research and development engineer. Time to discover the breadth of their career paths and jobs. With them, “Go beyond your discoveries”!
BMW recognizes Arkema's technical polymers for sustainability
- Short newsArkema is one of 15 global suppliers recognized by the famous German car-maker for innovation, specifically in high performance polymers derived from sustainable castor oil. Our leadership role in the Pragati initiative played a major role.
Biocatalysis at the service of green chemistry
- Short newsArkema Malaysia Thiochemicals, Arkema’s subsidiary in Malaysia, and the Monash University Malaysia (MUM) in Kuala Lumpur have signed a research partnership over 3 years of collaboration during which time MUM researchers will be able to make their resources available to the local Arkema teams. The goal: to develop more efficient biocatalysts for Arkema’s Thiochemicals business.
Sartomer to feature New Developments in UV/EB Curing Technology at CHINACOAT 2018
- Press releaseSartomer, a business unit of Arkema, will feature the latest advancements in UV/EB curing products at CHINACOAT 2018. Sartomer Asia experts will share their deep understanding of the innovative solutions and technology needed to advance UV/EB curing performance for adhesives, specialty coatings, graphic arts and 3D printing at Arkema booth E37-42, Zone 7, Hall 2.1. In addition, Sartomer Asia will hold a technical seminar on newly developed polyester acrylates.
Arkema introduces Clearstrength® XT100 Toughener for Thermosetting applications
- Press releaseArkema recently introduced CLEARSTRENGTH® XT100 toughener for thermosetting applications such as
structural adhesives and high-performance composites. This new product is based on patent pending
Arkema technology designed to significantly improve dispersion and viscosity control when compared
to conventional core-shell tougheners.
Route du Rhum–Destination Guadeloupe: Reassuring news from our skipper, Lalou Roucayrol
- Short newsAs soon as the capsize of the Multi50 Arkema was known at around 0630hrs UTC/0730 CET on November 14 approximately 1,000 miles East of Guadeloupe, the whole of Team Arkema Lalou Multi began to organize a rescue operation for Lalou Roucayrol.
Arkema announces a price increase of its Ensoline® PHE and its Ensoline® PHP
- Short newsWith immediate effect or as soon as contracts allow, Arkema increases the prices of its Ensoline® PHE and Ensoline® PHP by 10%. This price increase is required to offset the tightness of key raw materials (Phenol) and to face a strong market demand.
Arkema showcases its latest innovations for 3D printing solutions at Formnext 2018
- Press releaseAt Formnext 2018, Frankfurt, November 13-16, Arkema will showcase under its newly launched ‘3D Printing Solutions by Arkema’ platform, its market leading product portfolio and innovations for each of the major 3D Printing technologies: UV curing, powder bed fusion, and filament extrusion.
Sartomer Asia to Present Technical Seminar on New Polyester Acrylates for Coatings and Inks at CHINACOAT 2018
- Press releaseUV/EB curing specialist Julie Zhou from Sartomer, a business unit of Arkema, will deliver a technical seminar on the properties of newly developed polyester acrylates at CHINACOAT 2018.
Arkema and École Polytechnique join forces to found a Chair dedicated to Innovative Materials
- Press releaseÉric Labaye, Chairman of the Administrative Board of the École poly-technique, Thierry Le Hénaff, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Arkema, and Jean-Bernard Lartigue, Executive Director of the X Foun-dation, have signed a Convention for a “Design and Modeling of Innovative Materials” International Teaching and Research Chair on Thursday 8 November. This Chair is held by Julie Diani, CNRS Research Director at the École polytechnique’s Solid Mechanics Laboratory.
Arkema is launching a new hydrogen peroxide range for aseptic packaging spray technologies
- Press releaseArkema discloses its new grade of Hydrogen Peroxide for spray Aseptic packaging systems: Valsterane® S-HP (Spray High-Performance). This grade is available in two different concentrations, 25% and 35% of hydrogen peroxide in order to suit specific machine requirements.
Bostik expands in instant engineering adhesives
- Press releaseArkema is expanding in engineering adhesives with the announcement of the acquisition of Afinitica, a Spanish company specializing in instant adhesives, also known as cyanoacrylates. This small targeted acquisition will enable Bostik to develop a solid position in adhesives used in markets with strong growth potential, including electronics and medical equipment, and in many other durable goods manufacturing applications.
Route du Rhum–Destination Guadeloupe: Arkema ready for the off!
- Short newsPressure is slowly mounting on the pontoons of Saint-Malo in the run-up to the start of the Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe, a legendary solo transatlantic race, on 4th November. After arriving in the buccaneering town halfway through the week, Lalou Roucayrol and the Multi50 Arkema are now getting into the swing of things. Lalou Roucayrol and his team are making the most of these last few days to present Arkema’s know-how, and offer many skippers the “Kit à Partir “, a repair kit developed through collaboration between the Arkema Group, its adhesives specialist subsidiary Bostik, and Team Lalou Multi.
Universal access to drinking water: ongoing commitment!
- Short newsFollowing the success of the Sail for Water mission, Arkema is supporting a new NGO, No-Thirst Initiative, to promote universal access to safe drinking water for people living in remote areas of Nepal.
Arkema partners European project MMAtwo to develop a recycling process for PMMA waste
- Short newsToday was the kickoff meeting of the MMAtwo project. A partner of MMAtwo, a European project for the recycling by depolymerization of PMMA waste to turn it back into raw material, Arkema will also be chairing the project’s executive committee. This role reflects the Group’s desire to promote the recycling of finished products and the circular economy, and is consistent with its commitment in favor of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).
Three companies combine expertise to confirm value of Kynar® PVDF cable ties for solar module installation
- Press releaseArkema Inc., First Solar Inc., and Nile Polymers Inc. have joined forces on test data confirming that cable ties made with Kynar Flex® PVDF may be an answer to low maintenance in extreme environments.
Arkema Expands Manufacturing of Alkyd Emulsions for Sustainable Formulating
- Press releaseArkema Coating Resins, a business unit of Arkema Inc., today announced a project to expand manufacturing capability for its SYNAQUA® technology platform at the company’s Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA facility. This new manufacturing capacity is scheduled to come on line in the second quarter of 2019.
Price increase of hydrogen peroxide range
- Short newsArkema increases prices across its hydrogen peroxide range in Europe and for the export markets by 100 Euro per dry metric ton, effective immediately on all contracts expiring on October 1st 2018.
Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe: last preparations before the race
- Short newsLalou Roucayrol, skipper of the Multi50 Arkema, will set off on 4 November in the Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe. For his fourth participation in this race, the skipper’s ambitions are clear: to claim a podium place in this supreme event in solo ocean racing. But to achieve this, mental and physical preparation is essential.
3D Printing Solutions by Arkema, a new commercial platform dedicated to 3D printing
- Press releaseWith the creation of this new commercial platform, Arkema aims to address the needs of the demanding and innovative 3D printing markets. The new platform will leverage an extensive range of materials dedicated to each of the major 3D printing technologies, a proven expertise, and strategic partnerships with key players in additive manufacturing.
Thus “3D Printing Solutions by Arkema” will support the 3D printing sector as it grows into an industrial manufacturing technology.
Sepawa 2018: Coatex showcases its new solutions for Personal and Home Care Industries
- Press release
As a leader in rheological solutions, Coatex offers additives across a variety of applications. Our closeness to customers and markets enables a deeper understanding of specific challenges in different applications.
At this year’s Sepawa, Coatex will present its latest developments Rheostyl™ E for skin care formulations and Rheosolve™ D 15AS in automatic dishwashing products.
Arkema announces a price increase of its Technical Fluids range
- Short newsEffective immediately, Arkema announces a price increase of up to 15% on all products in its Technical Fluids range. This increase is intended to offset the continued rise in raw materials and energy.
Arkema’s Kynar® PPA (Polymer Processing Aid) polymers meet official Halal Certification Requirements
- Press releaseAfter a recent third party audit, Arkema’s Calvert City, Kentucky USA plant has been successfully certified to meet Halal Certification Requirements for its Kynar® PVDF brand of Polymer Processing Aids (PPA).
Rheostyl™ E from Coatex Imparts Unique Feel and Texture in Easy to Develop Formulations
- Press release
Coatex is showcasing the company’s new Rheostyl™ E polymeric emulsifiers at In-Cosmetics North America, at the Javits Center in New York City, October 17-18, Booth #C41 (shared with Integrity Ingredients Corporation).
This new line enables the simple formulation of 100 percent emulsifier-free skin care creams with smooth textures, unique sensorial properties and water resistance.
Arkema and Barrday, Inc. join forces to manufacture high performance composite solutions for the oil and gas market
- Press releaseBarrday Inc., a major player in the composite market, and Arkema announce the creation of a joint venture to manufacture and market carbon fiber and specialty polymer tapes for the growing oil and gas industrial market.
Arkema expands Thiochemicals global manufacturing capacity for linear mercaptans
- Press releaseArkema announced a project to increase its linear mercaptans production capacities to support the demand growth of polymers for transportation and electronics markets. This incremental investment would increase the Houston (Texas) plant’s manufacturing capacity by up to 30 percent.
Arkema announces price increase for all REAFREE® polyester powder resins
- Short newsArkema Coating Resins Europe, Middle East, Africa and India will increase prices of all REAFREE® polyester powder resins effective from September 2018 - due to significant raw material cost increases that have impacted all polyester resins in Q3 2018.
Grand Prix Valdys: victory for Team Arkema Lalou Multi!
- Short newsLalou Roucayrol and his crew of the Multi 50 Arkema won the first edition of the Valdys Trophy, which took place from 1st to 8th September, finishing in style the pre-season races 2018 before the ultimate transatlantic and emblematic Route du Rhum- Destination Guadeloupe.
Arkema Introduces New ENCOR® 137 VAE Latex for Tape Joint Compounds
- Press releaseArkema today introduced ENCOR® 137 Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene (VAE) latex for use in tape joint compounds, cement admixtures and production of redispersible powders.
Arkema Inc. announces presentation on hydrogen peroxide solutions for cosmetic applications at Mexico’s Expo Cosmética in August 2018
- Press releaseArkema will discuss its Peroxal® CG cosmetic grade hydrogen peroxide for personal care at Expo Cosmética in Mexico City on August 9, 2018. Arkema’s Peroxal® CG addresses the needs for high purity, dilutable hydrogen peroxide in the personal care and cleaning markets.
Bostik completes the acquisition of the industrial adhesives of Nitta Gelatin
- Press releaseBostik completed the acquisition of the industrial adhesives of Nitta Gelatin Inc. by the Bostik-Nitta joint-venture in Japan, on 1st August 2018.
ACCA Applauds Arkema Commitment to Contractors
- Press releaseThe Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) announces an investment into ACCA’s flammable refrigerant training programs from global refrigerant manufacturer, Arkema Inc. Arkema, an ACCA corporate member, is supporting ACCA’s effort and investing in ACCA’s online qTech® training program entitled “Technician Training on Flammable Refrigerants.”
Arkema to launch Center of Excellence to advance 3D Printing resins technology
- Press releaseArkema will open its 3D Printing Center of Excellence, located at its Sartomer Exton, PA facility. In this advanced R&D lab, Sartomer and its partners will further develop cutting-edge 3D printing resins through innovative material research and collaboration. This new center will complete the Arkema’s worldwide R&D network dedicated to the development of advanced material for additive manufacturing.
Sartomer new Low Migration product range for UV curable inks and coatings
- Press release
Sartomer is launching a new range of LM (Low Migration) acrylate monomers and oligomers, specifically designed for the formulation of UV curable inks and coatings, dedicated to indirect food contact applications.
Arkema develops its range of latest generation fluorogases
- Press releaseArkema is expanding its range of sustainable high performance solutions to assist its customers in making the transition to fluorogases with a lower GWP (global warming potential).
Arkema Coating Resins Names Peninsula Polymers 2017 North America Distributor of the Year
- Press releaseArkema Coating Resins has named Peninsula Polymers of Leawood, Kansas, its 2017 North America
“Distributor of the Year” for helping build better relationships with customers, their strong applications
knowledge and their communication / collaboration efforts in the past year.
Arkema announces a price increase of its Dianol® range
- Short newsWith immediate effect or as soon as contracts allow, Arkema increases the prices of its Dianol® range by 10%. This price increase is required to offset the tightness of key raw materials which lead to price increases and to face a strong market demand.
Bostik renews partnership with Tour de France for 2018
- Press releaseBostik, the specialty adhesives business line of Arkema, will be the official partner for smart adhesives at the iconic cycling event. Now in its fourth year of sponsorship, Bostik will use the competition to boost brand visibility around the world.
Arkema successfully completes its third registration phase under REACH
- Press releaseMay 31st 2018 marks the completion of the final phase in the registration process pursuant to the REACH* regulation. Arkema, through its highly dedicated teams, has registered 148 substances with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) for this final phase. des produits chimiques (ECHA).
Arkema and its partners help over 1,000 Indian farmers successfully complete the world’s first sustainable castor bean program
- Press releaseArkema, BASF, Jayant Agro-Organics, and Solidaridad join forces with the mission of enabling sustainable castor bean production in India.
Arkema announces a price increase of its Dianol® range
- Short newsWith immediate effect or as soon as contracts allow, Arkema increases the prices of its Dianol® range by 10%. This price increase is required to offset the tightness of key raw materials (BPA/Phenol) and to face a strong market demand.
Arkema increases its specialty polyamide powder capacities in France
- Press releaseTo support the strong worldwide demand in ultra-high performing powders for industrial applications, in particular in the coatings, composite and 3D printing markets, Arkema is to expand its global production capacity at its Mont site (France) by more than 50%. This investment of around €20 M will come on stream in the second half of 2019.
Arkema in advanced review for investment project in Thiochemicals in the United States
- Press releaseArkema confirms a detailed investment review, with its partner Novus International, Inc., to double production capacities at Arkema’s Beaumont Thiochemicals site in the United States. This project will support the strong global growth in the animal nutrition market and further strengthens Arkema’s world leading position in high value-added sulfur derivatives.
Arkema announces a price increase on oxygenated solvents
- Short newsDue to steady energy and raw materials price increase, Arkema will increase Oxygenated solvents product range prices from 70 to 120 € per ton. The new prices will be effective June 1st, 2018 or as contracts allow.
Arkema’s CSR strategy fully consistent with the UN program
- Short newsArkema is committed through its innovation to running its activities responsibly in terms of safety and environment, and to fostering a dialog with its stakeholders in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Arkema proposes a new low GWP fluorinated gas
- Press releaseArkema is pleased to announce the availability in Europe of Forane® 449A (XP40) which offers near drop-in compatibility with R-404A/507A designed equipment and lubricants in the refrigeration market.
Arkema’s shareholders’ annual general meeting of 18 May 2018
- Press releaseThe annual general meeting of Arkema’s shareholders was held on 18 May 2018 at Palais Brongniart in Paris, France, under the chairmanship of Thierry Le Hénaff, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
Pebax Powered®: discover the new consumer branding program
- Short newsVisit pebaxpowered.com today to peruse the brands, the latest models, the inspiring stories behind many incredible sports achievements, and to follow our journey on social media. Runners, soccer players, skiers: the Pebax Powered® program is made for you!
Publication of INNOVATIVE, Arkema’s latest Annual and Sustainable Performance Report
- Short newsIn keeping with its "innovative" outlook, the 2017 edition of our annual report once again showcases Arkema’s capacities for innovation in all its dimensions.
Arkema exhibits at the Viva Technology 2018 trade show
- Short newsArkema, designer of materials, is exhibiting for the first time at the Viva Technology trade show from 24 to 26 May 2018 at Paris Porte de Versailles. In the Hall of Tech, stand E39, the Group will showcase projects jointly developed with twelve of its partners to illustrate its open innovation and digital transformation strategy.
Bostik steps up its development in adhesives in Japan
- Press releaseArkema has announced the proposed acquisition by the Bostik-Nitta joint-venture of the industrial adhesives of Nitta-Gelatin Inc., as well as the construction of a new world-scale adhesives plant in Japan. These operations will enable Bostik to supply its Japanese customers in the buoyant nonwoven markets for hygiene applications and in the packaging, labelling, transportation and electronics industrial markets.
Arkema announces a price increase of its Ensoline® PHE and its Ensoline® PHP
- Short newsWith immediate effect or as soon as contracts allow, Arkema increases the prices of its Ensoline® PHE and Ensoline® PHP by 10%. This price increase is required to offset the tightness of key raw materials and to face a strong market demand.
Marie-José Donsion appointed Chief Financial Officer of the Arkema Group and a member of the Executive Committee
- Press releaseEffective 1st June 2018, Marie-José Donsion is joining Arkema as Group Chief Financial Officer, replacing Thierry Lemonnier who is taking retirement. Marie-José Donsion will also sit on the Executive Committee.
Arkema Inc. announces talk at the annual AOCS meeting on EPA-registered hydrogen peroxide solutions for disinfection
- Press releaseArkema will discuss its Peroxal® BIO hydrogen peroxide grade and other solutions at the American Oil Chemist’s Society (AOCS) Annual Meeting in May. Arkema’s Peroxal® BIO range of hydrogen peroxide grades addresses the needs of the disinfectant market. The Peroxal® BIO line is an EPA FIFRA-registered biocide for use as an active in antimicrobial formulations.
Arkema to showcase its many innovations in plastics technologies at 2018 NPE show
- Press releaseArkema will have a strong presence at the 2018 NPE International Plastics Expo in Orlando, FL, next month (exhibit space South-34146), featuring products from several business units that serve the broad plastics marketplace. The product portfolio will range from new offerings in thermoplastic elastomers, PVDF resins, acrylic resin and sheet, bio-sourced solutions, new high performing thermoplastic resins, soybean-based plasticizers, and high performing impact modifiers and compatibilizers for nylons and polyesters.
Arkema, safety always in mind!
- Short newsJust like every year, Arkema has joined in the World Day for Safety and Health at Work on 28 April, inspired by the International Labour Organization (ILO). Looking to join the ranks of the best-in-class chemical manufacturers in terms of safety, the Group continues to engage in many awareness initiatives.
Successful 2018 share capital increase reserved for Arkema employees
- Press releaseOver 8,000 Arkema employees have subscribed for 610,405 shares totaling €50 million as part of the sixth capital increase reserved for them. The amounts invested and the high participation rate highlight the employees’ confidence in the Group’s long-term strategy.
Arkema starts new Kynar® fluoropolymer production capacities in the United States
- Press releaseArkema has just successfully brought on stream new Kynar® PVDF capacities in its Calvert-City plant in the United States. With this 20% increase in its US production capacities, Arkema will further support its customers’ strong demand in the region.