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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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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Safic-Alcan continues its expansion in Latin America with the acquisition of Anders

La Défense – October 1 , 2025 – Safic-Alcan, a major distributor of specialty chemicals, announces that it has acquired a majority stake in Anders, a regional specialty chemical distributor, leader in South America. Established in 1964, the company is now in its third generation under the leadership of Peter Anders Hornung. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, it also has offices...

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Safic-Alcan Expands Partnership with Momentive to Distribute Silicone Elastomers Across France and Eastern Europe

Paris-La Défense, September 8th, 2025 – Safic-Alcan, a leading global distributor of specialty chemicals, is pleased to announce the extension of its distribution agreement with Momentive Performance Materials for silicone elastomers, including liquid silicone rubber (LSR), heat-cured rubber (HCR), and ready-to-use compounds. This agreement now covers France as well as the following Eastern European countries: Poland, Lithuania, Bosnia and Herzegovina,...

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15th GPCA Agri-Nutrients Conference to take place from 29 September to 1 October 2025 at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi 

15th GPCA Agri-Nutrients Conference to convene global and regional industry leaders in Abu Dhabi this month  The conference will take place from 29 September to 1 October 2025 at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi  Abu Dhabi, UAE, 16 September 2025 – The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the voice of the chemical and petrochemical industry in the Arabian Gulf, is...

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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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