Archroma launches the first truly durable silicone softener for cotton that stays silky soft for longer: SILIGEN® D2W LIQ C

Archroma launches the first truly durable silicone softener for cotton that stays silky soft for longer: SILIGEN® D2W LIQ C.
(Photo: Shutterstock)Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today launched SILIGEN® D2W LIQ C, the industry’s first truly durable silicone softener for cellulosic as well as cotton-lycra blended knits. Designed to keep the fabric soft and elastic for an extended usage, it is ideal for textile and fashion applications where long-lasting comfort and breathability are important, from undergarments and sleepwear to baby and children’s clothing, dresses and trousers, activewear, T-shirts and towels.

Syensqo introduces medical-grade Amodel® PPA for single-use, high-temperature medical devices

Syensqo introduces medical-grade Amodel® PPA for single-use, high-temperature medical devices. 
(Photo: Syensqo, PR089)Syensqo today launched a new medical-grade Amodel® polyphthalamide (PPA). The glass-filled polymer is engineered for advanced single-use medical devices, delivering exceptional heat resistance, robust electrical properties, and key biocompatibility requirements for limited contact duration medical applications.

From Amazon rainforest to cosmetic excellence: The sustainable journey of Copaíba Oil

From Amazon rainforest to cosmetic excellence: The sustainable journey of Copaíba Oil. © ClariantDeep within the primary Amazon rainforest lies a treasure of remarkable value born from the Brazilian sociobiodiversity – Copaíba oil. A key component in modern cosmetic formulations, its harvesting methods have changed from scattered individual practices to more sustainable, community-supporting extraction systems. Today, we explore how the journey of this valuable oil connects the guardians of biodiversity to high-performance skincare solutions.

SONGWON showcases its forward-oriented innovations and approach at K 2025

SONGWON showcases its forward-oriented innovations and approach at K 2025.
(Photo: Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd.)Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd., recognized globally as a leader in polymer stabilization and specialty chemistry, will present its comprehensive portfolio of high-performance, forward-looking solutions at K 2025 and its continued investment in the future of the global chemical industry.

Mondi’s paper-based CompressWrap sets new standards for Ekornes’ mattresses

Mondi’s paper-based CompressWrap sets new standards for Ekornes’ mattresses. 
(Photo: Mondi, PR340)Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is partnering with Ekornes, the Nordic region’s largest furniture producer, to introduce an innovative paper-based packaging solution for wrapping high-end mattresses, replacing the previous plastic solution.

BRB achieves zero greenhouse gas emissions from Echt site operations in the Netherlands

BRB achieves zero greenhouse gas emissions from Echt site operations in the Netherlands. 
(Photo: BRB, PR001)BRB, a leading global lube oil additives and specialty chemicals manufacturer, has met the challenging goal of reducing greenhouse emissions from its operations to zero, and will hence report zero for scope 1&2 for 2025.

Syensqo showcases its leading specialty polymers portfolio at K 2025

Syensqo booth C61 Hall 6 at K 2025. 
(Photo: Syensqo, PR079)Syensqo, a global leader in specialty polymers and advanced materials, will make its first appearance at K 2025 - the world’s leading plastics and rubber trade fair - under its new name, following its spin-off from Solvay in December 2023. Building on a legacy of over 160 years of scientific exploration, Syensqo will showcase innovations addressing global megatrends at Booth C61 Hall 6, from October 8th to 15th in Düsseldorf, Germany.

Belden Partners with Chicago Quantum Exchange to Drive Innovation in Quantum-Safe Networking Solutions

Gaurav Dhamija (center), Senior Director of Technology and Strategy at Belden, and 
Tim Waters (second from right), Architecture and Technology at Belden, visit the laboratory of David Awschalom at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering. Leading the tour were (from left) graduate student José A. Méndez Méndez, postdoctoral scholar Cyrus Zeledon, and graduate student Swathi Chandrika. (Image by Anne Ryan for the CQE). 
(Photo: Belden, PR555)Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global provider of complete connection solutions, today announced its affiliation with the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE), a premier hub for quantum science and engineering. The partnership positions Belden to pioneer quantum-safe networking solutions that defend critical infrastructure from quantum-era threats, grounded in its 120-year legacy of reliability and connectivity leadership.