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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J1 Technologies Ltd – Problem solving for 25 years

As J1 Technologies celebrates its jubilee year, Kevin Burgess, Managing Director, explains how the company has provided problem solving expertise, and formulated surfactants for a range of applications, for the past 25 years. J1 Technologies Limited is a speciality chemicals company focused on the development of surfactants and formulated products, through application testing and research. Established by Kevin Burgess and...

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Indaver – Working towards a carbon-positive circular economy

Stuart Barker, Commercial Manager EU & UK at Indaver Solvents, explains how Indaver is enabling the chemicals industry to work towards a carbon-positive circular economy. As an international environmental group focusing on sustainable material and energy management, Indaver – and more specifically its business unit Indaver Solvents – offers a range of comprehensive solutions for industrial stream management, recovery and...

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Holiferm – Engineering fermentation processes for sustainable biosurfactants

Richard Lock, Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director at Holiferm Ltd, explains how the company is playing a pioneering role in developing sustainable methods for the production of biosurfactants. Holiferm Ltd was founded in 2018 as a spin-out from the University of Manchester in the UK. Its mission has always been to develop innovative and sustainable methods for the production of...

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The CBA: A dependable constant in a world of instability

Tim Doggett, CEO of the Chemical Business Association (CBA), explores the impact of ongoing disruptions on the chemical supply chain and explains the value of collaboration in navigating ongoing challenges and changes. The UK chemical supply chain is globally respected and a cornerstone of British industry. Its significance extends far beyond business, playing a crucial role in sustaining essential services...

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Norkem – Driving quality and reliability in chemical distribution

Mark Gregory, Group Business Development Director at Norkem, explains how the company delivers consistent service to customers across the globe, through its five core promises of Service, Quality, Availability, Experience and Environment. Norkem is a leading international supplier and distributor of high-quality speciality and industrial chemicals. As well as supplying chemicals for a broad spectrum of uses, including the agrochemical,...

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New milestone in Oleon’s global expansion – acquisition of the Brazilian company A.Azevedo Óleos

Oleon, an Avril company, expands into South America with the acquisition of the Brazilian company A.Azevedo Óleos Belgium, October 1st, 2024 – Oleon, a subsidiary of Avril and a global leader in natural-based oleochemicals, has taken a significant step in its global expansion with the acquisition of the majority of shares, of A.Azevedo Óleos, a prominent Brazilian oleochemical company specialized...

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Functional Foods on the Menu at Vitafoods Europe 2025 as Norkem exhibit

The Norkem team is travelling to one of the culinary capitals of Europe this spring to exhibit at the world’s premier nutraceutical trade show. Our first appearance at Vitafoods Europe coincides with the event’s first visit to Barcelona, where 20,000+ delegates from across the global food and nutrition industries will congregate at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via exhibition centre from May 20 – 22....

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Dorf Ketal Chemicals and the LEHVOSS Group expand distribution partnership to France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg

The LEHVOSS Group is pleased to announce the expansion of our long-standing partnership with Dorf Ketal Chemicals. From now on, customers in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg will be able to purchase high-quality Dorf Ketal Chemicals products directly from the LEHVOSS Group, expanding our existing partnership beyond Germany, Austria and Switzerland. In over 15 years of successful co-operation, the...

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Big names, big issues: Chemspec Europe 2025 to deliver strong insights and momentum at a pivotal time for the chemicals industry

From 4–5 June, the international fine and speciality chemicals industry will gather at Koelnmesse, Germany, for the 38th edition of Chemspec Europe – the sector’s leading sourcing hub for chemical innovation in pharma and industry. Set in vibrant Cologne, near some of Europe’s largest chemical parks and pharma sites, the event provides a perfect gateway to connect with international professionals...

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Nu-Insight: Empowering Specialist Sales in Chemicals and Supply Chain

At Nu-Insight, we’re reimagining what excellence looks like in specialist sales across the chemical and supply chain industries. Co-led by Marthinus (Tienie) Loubser and Alison Taylor, our mission is to help businesses thrive by aligning commercial capability with deep industry understanding and ethical, sustainable growth. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team doesn’t just train sales professionals—we partner...

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