Nicca names Archroma exclusive ZELAN™ distributor, extending a decade-long legacy

Nicca names Archroma exclusive ZELAN™ distributor, extending a decade-long legacy. 
(Photo: Archroma)Archroma and Nicca Chemical are collaborating to support the continued growth of ZELAN™ non-fluorinated durable water repellents (DWRs) across the global textile industry. The announcement follows Nicca’s acquisition of the ZELAN™ business from The Chemours Company in March 2026 and extends Archroma’s decade-long legacy with the ZELAN™ brand.

Westfalia Fruit launches updated Sustainability Strategy, building on 58% renewable electricity

Westfalia Fruit launches updated Sustainability Strategy, building on 58% renewable electricity. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR064)Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, has launched an updated global Sustainability Strategy built around four priorities: efficient water use, carbon management, waste reduction, and biodiversity protection. The strategy is already visible across the business. The share of renewable electricity in the company’s operations has risen from 18% in 2021 to 58% in 2025 and the company is working with growers and other international fresh produce companies on water in Chile’s Aconcagua Valley.

KRAIBURG TPE supports customers with expertise along the entire value chain

KRAIBURG TPE supports customers all over the world with materials expertise, technical advice and custom-made TPE solutions. 
(Image: © 2026 KRAIBURG TPE)As regulatory requirements increase, supply chains become more complex and development times get shorter, strong development partners are becoming increasingly important. At Fakuma 2026, KRAIBURG TPE will be showing how material expertise, regulatory know-how and long-term partnerships help customers successfully overcome these challenges.

Syensqo expands its portfolio of certified circular specialty materials

Syensqo expands its portfolio of certified circular specialty materials. (Photo: Syensqo, PR135)Syensqo, a leading global provider of high-performance materials and chemical solutions, is expanding its portfolio of circular high-performance fluids with the successful UL Environmental Claim Validation to Fomblin® Y. The new verification under UL 2809 responds to growing customer demand for circular solutions, supports the transition to more resource-efficient industrial practices, and aligns with the objectives of the EU Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA) to strengthen Europe’s resilience by increasing the circular use of strategic raw materials.

New Smart Factory Insights Solution from Belden and Edge2Web Helps Manufacturers Eliminate Costly Downtime

New Smart Factory Insights Solution from Belden and Edge2Web helps manufacturers eliminate costly downtime. 
(Photo: Belden, PR576)Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global provider of complete connection solutions, today announced the new Belden and Edge2Web Smart Factory Insights solution, powered by AWS IoT SiteWise. The solution helps manufacturers drive continuous improvement across the plant floor by digitizing operations and visualizing key performance indicators (KPIs).

Clariant launches Genapol™ Pure Power: a solution setting new standards for combined dish and machine care

Clariant launches Genapol Pure Power: a solution setting new standards for combined dish and machine care. 
(picture: AI-generated) © ClariantClariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemicals company, will unveil Genapol Pure Power, an innovative multifunctional rinse surfactant, that combines superior drying and shine performance with advanced machine cleanliness and filter protection, at the SEPAWA Congress 2026 in Berlin, Europe’s biggest trade fair for the detergent, cosmetics and perfumery industries.

Why smarter preservation matters in baby care formulations

Our experts: Ute Back (left), Technical Application Manager Personal Care, and Petra Riederle (right), Business Development Manager. 
© Clariant Preserving baby care products is challenging because baby skin is still developing. The stratum corneum of infants is around 30% thinner than that of adults, and its barrier function, including water balance and acid mantle formation, is still maturing. Consequently, baby skin may be more susceptible to dryness and irritation. Therefore, applied baby care products must adhere to rigorous standards of mildness, naturalness, and effectiveness. At the same time, these products are more susceptible to contamination, so they must remain protected throughout their shelf life and during repeated use.