In the section we provide some of the latest feature articles from our hard copy directory and submissions from within the global speciality chemicals marketplace.

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Chemspec Europe 2026 sets the agenda for fine and speciality chemicals

Chemspec Europe 2026 will once again bring together producers, procurement professionals and technical experts from across the fine and speciality chemicals landscape. Creating a meeting point for a range of industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, speciality materials, coatings, personal care, electronics and energy. As regulatory demands tighten, sustainability expectations rise and supply chains remain under pressure, the two-day event offers...

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Fluorochem now to distribute innovative reagent lines by Canvax

Fluorochem x Canvax: Life-Science Enzymes Kits, Buffers & Reagents We are proud to announce that Fluorochem now distributes innovative reagent lines by Canvax. We are glad to offer their full life-science portfolio spanning In Vitro Transcription systems, DNA Cloning and Mutagenesis kits, Nucleotides, PCR and qPCR master mixes, DNA/RNA purification solutions, Electrophoresis reagents, Cell Culture reagents, Cell-based Assays, Antibiotics, Serum...

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in-cosmetics Global 2026 to serve a taste of tomorrow’s beauty in Paris

17 FEBRUARY, PARIS: in-cosmetics Global, the world’s leading event for personal care ingredients, returns to Paris from 14–16 April 2026, offering the global beauty supply chain a critical opportunity to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market. With the industry’s future growth expected to be driven by innovation, the show will connect brands, formulators, R&D experts, cosmetic scientists, manufacturers and...

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Safic-Alcan Appoints Victor Zubb as Vice President Americas, Marking a Strategic Turning Point in the Group’s Regional Leadership Model

La Défense, January 9 2026 – Safic-Alcan announced the appointment of Victor Zubb as Vice President Americas, a senior executive role reporting directly to the group’s Chief Executive Officer, Yann Lissillour. This newly established position is the first Regional Vice Presidency in the Group’s recent history, underscoring a decisive evolution in Safic-Alcan’s operating model and its ambition to strengthen regional...

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North Ridge Pumps Release High Pressure Pumps for Deionised Water at up to 152 Bar

North Ridge Pumps are pleased to announce a new design a Plunger Pump engineered for use de-ionised water. De-ionised water is used in a range of applications from Electronic and semiconductor manufacturing, to pharmaceutical care products, humidification and automotive detailing. Also known as ultra-pure, demineralised, and purified water, it can prove difficult to pump due to its low lubricity meaning...

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Beauty market momentum builds as in-cosmetics Global confirms Paris for its largest, most innovative show yet on 14th – 16th April 2026

With the global beauty market forecast to grow 5% annually through 2030, the show unites the world’s best innovators to drive the next phase of industry growth DECEMBER, PARIS: in-cosmetics Global, the leading global event for cosmetics and personal care ingredients, will return to the world’s beauty capital at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, France from 14-16 April 2026....

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19th Annual GPCA Forum Concludes in Bahrain Under the Patronage of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad

Sustainability, Innovation, and Youth Empowerment Define a Milestone Edition Held During Bahrain National Day Celebrations Manama, Bahrain – 16 December 2025: Coinciding with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Day celebrations, the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) has concluded the 19th edition of its Annual Forum, held from 8–11 December 2025 at Exhibition World Bahrain. This landmark edition marked a...

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19th Annual GPCA Forum to take place in Bahrain for the first time this December

The forum will be held from 8-11 December 2025 at Exhibition World Bahrain Manama, Bahrain, 12 November 2025 – The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the voice of the chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf, is delighted to announce that the 19th Annual GPCA Forum will be held for the first time at Exhibition World Bahrain from 8-11 December...

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From REACH to Resilience – Highlights from the 2025 Global CIRS Chemical Regulations Conference

On September 24, 2025, we were delighted to welcome over 100 attendees from 15 countries to the Chemical Inspection & Regulation Service (CIRS) Global Chemical Regulations Conference. It was a day full of expert insights, lively discussions, and valuable networking, showcasing the global nature of the regulatory challenges and opportunities our industry faces. From start to finish, the energy in...

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