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Women’s football : Arkema launches its World Cup

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7 days before the start of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, France 2019™, Arkema unveils its activation plan for the competition. Caravan’Arkema, Messenger Bot, 3D printing, game contests, the list is long, diverse and most importantly, innovative, in perfect line with the Group’s image.
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West Chester site earns prestigious VPP Star

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Sartomer, a business line of Arkema, has achieved “Star” status, the highest ranking possible under the U.S. Occupation Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), at its West Chester plant. Site employees held a “Star Worksite” flag-raising ceremony to celebrate the distinction.
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Poster session for Foranext® Specialties at AABC Show 2019

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Arkema Inc. will be at AABC (Advanced Automotive Battery Conference) in San Diego, CA from June 25th to 29th, 2019. See the latest developments during the poster session. We will be presenting a poster on our new electrolyte lithium salt LiTDI, designed as an additive for extended battery lifetime and improved fast charge performance.
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Arkema selects Singapore for the production of its Rilsan® high-performance bio-sourced polyamides

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Arkema has chosen the location of Jurong Island in Singapore to build its new world-scale plant dedicated to the manufacture of the amino 11 monomer and its flagship Rilsan® polyamide 11 resins. With this 50% increase in its global capacities announced in July 2017, the Group supports strong demand from its customers in Asia for high-performance bio-sourced solutions addressing the major opportunity of material lightweighting in particular.
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2019: Transmission at the heart of the Team Arkema Lalou Multi strategy on the Multi50 and Mini 6.50 circuits

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A partner of the Lalou Multi team since 2013 on the Multi50 circuit and later the Mini 6.50 circuit, the Arkema Group last year announced the construction of Arkema 4, a new last generation trimaran due to be launched in 2nd quarter 2020. For 2019, Arkema and Lalou Multi have decided to focus on designing and manufacturing this new boat, while continuing with the training of its skipper-to-be: Quentin Vlamynck, a member of the Team for almost 10 years, and previously the skipper of the innovative Mini 6.50 Arkema 3. The latter prototype, meanwhile, will be skippered by the young sailor Raphaël Lutard in the events of the Mini calendar, with the Mini Transat-La Boulangère as the prime objective, the first solo transatlantic race for the 23 year old skipper.
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Arkema Inc. Fluorochemicals Scientist Sarah Kim will present during April ASHRAE webinar on ‘The Future of Refrigerants’

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Arkema 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.
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Arkema files its 2018 Reference Document

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Arkema 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
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Arkema starts a 30% photocure resin production capacity increase at its Sartomer site in China

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Arkema 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.
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Appointment and renewals of directors at Arkema’s Board of directors

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The 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.
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Arkema starts first PEKK production plant in U.S.

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Arkema 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.
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Arkema presents its latest innovations at ECS 2019 for tougher and longer-lasting coatings

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Arkema 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).
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New ENCOR® 601 Binder Addresses Surfactant Leaching in Masonry Coatings

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Arkema 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.
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Arkema presents its unique range of advanced materials for composites at JEC WORLD 2019

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At 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.
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Arkema opens a new powder coating resins unit in India

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Arkema 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.
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Arkema showcases its range of performance materials for sports equipment at ISPO Munich 2019

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Arkema 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.
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Odor-Tech LLC to be merged into Arkema Inc.

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Odor-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.
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Arkema’s new employer brand: Go beyond your discoveries!

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Time 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”!
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Biocatalysis at the service of green chemistry

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Arkema 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.
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Sartomer to feature New Developments in UV/EB Curing Technology at CHINACOAT 2018

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Sartomer, 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.
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Arkema introduces Clearstrength® XT100 Toughener for Thermosetting applications

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Arkema 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.
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Arkema and École Polytechnique join forces to found a Chair dedicated to Innovative Materials

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Éric 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.
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Bostik expands in instant engineering adhesives

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Arkema 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.
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Route du Rhum–Destination Guadeloupe: Arkema ready for the off!

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Pressure 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.
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Arkema partners European project MMAtwo to develop a recycling process for PMMA waste

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Today 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).
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Price increase of hydrogen peroxide range

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Arkema 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.
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3D Printing Solutions by Arkema, a new commercial platform dedicated to 3D printing

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With 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.
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Sepawa 2018: Coatex showcases its new solutions for Personal and Home Care Industries

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Coatex provides rheological solutions to thicken and provide texture to cosmetic formulas
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.
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Rheostyl™ E from Coatex Imparts Unique Feel and Texture in Easy to Develop Formulations

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Coatex provides rheological solutions to thicken and provide texture to cosmetic formulas
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.
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ACCA Applauds Arkema Commitment to Contractors

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The 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.”
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Arkema to launch Center of Excellence to advance 3D Printing resins technology

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Arkema 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.
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