Solvay CAMX 2023 press kit

SolvayCAMX brings all aspects of the world's composites and advanced materials communities together for one all-encompassing event. Solvay is launching two new solutions at the show, which visitors are invited to discover at the booth (W46)

Malvern Panalytical unveils Epsilon Xline to enable significantly improved battery and fuel cell production control

Epsilon Xline from Malvern Panalytical helps battery and fuel cell manufacturers optimize their production efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the fabrication of catalyst coated membranes.
(Photo: Malvern Panalytical)Malvern Panalytical, a leading analytical instrumentation supplier, today announces the official launch of Epsilon Xline, a stand-alone solution that takes the laboratory precision of web and coating control in the battery and fuel cell industry right to the roll-to-roll production process.

Archroma celebrates a century of sulfur dye innovation at its Castellbisbal site in Spain

Minister of Economy and Finance, Catalan Government. 
(Photo: Archroma)Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today celebrated 100 years of sulfur dye innovation at its manufacturing and research hub in Castellbisbal, near Barcelona in Spain.

Starting into a PTFE-free future - with a new texturing agent for powder coatings

Ceridust 8170 M confirms our position as frontrunners for PTFE-free products.Clariant is committed to bringing solutions to market that improve the overall health and well-being of society. In line with that commitment, Clariant has developed Ceridust® 8170M; a PTFE-free alternative texturing agent for powder coatings that delivers performance without the negative aspects of PTFE.

Mondi’s entire portfolio of kraft papers for packaging certified compostable

Mondi’s EcoVantage contains fresh and recycled fibres for sustainable and food compliant shopping packaging converted into shopping bags. 
(Photo: Mondi, PR268)Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has announced that its entire portfolio of kraft papers for packaging has been certified as home or industrially compostable.

Alfen and Nybro Energi Partner to Accelerate Renewable Energy Transition in the Nordics

Alfen and Nybro Energi partner to accelerate renewable energy transition in the Nordics. 
(Photo: Alfen, ALFNF002)Alfen, an energy solutions specialist at the heart of Europe’s energy transition to limit climate change, has successfully installed a 5MW/5MWh TheBattery Elements™ energy storage system for municipal energy company, Nybro Energi. This project is part of Alfen’s ongoing support for Sweden’s energy supply needs as the country increases emphasis on renewables and electrification.

Malvern Panalytical expands semiconductor metrology range with key technology acquisitions

Malvern Panalytical expands semiconductor metrology range with key technology acquisitions.
(Photo: Malvern Panalytical)Malvern Panalytical, a leading analytical instrumentation supplier, today announces it has acquired the product line for six X-ray diffraction (XRD) products from Freiberg Instruments GmbH. The acquisition supports Malvern Panalytical's growth strategy, advancing its portfolio of market-leading analytical solutions for the semiconductor industry.

Clariant agrees to acquire Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, a leading provider of high value ingredients for the cosmetics and personal care industry

ClariantClariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced that it has agreed to acquire Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, a leading provider of high value ingredients for the cosmetics and personal care industry, from International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) for a total cash consideration of USD 810 million (~ CHF 720 million) on a debt-free, cash-free basis, equivalent to an EV/ reported EBITDA multiple (LTM August 2023) of 16.3x. The proposed transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the first quarter of 2024.