Arkema Expands R&D Center in Shanghai

Arkema has officially announced the expansion of its Shanghai R&D Center. This development is designed to enhance the center's role as an innovation hub, facilitating synergies among teams and promoting collaboration with customers in China and throughout Asia. The center will focus on accelerating innovation in advanced and sustainable material solutions.

Thierry Le Hénaff, Arkema's Chairman and CEO, inaugurated the expanded facility alongside French and local officials. According to Le Hénaff, the upgrade is crucial as China represents Arkema's second-largest market and is pivotal for innovation.

The Shanghai center, established in 2011, initially concentrated on adhesive solutions, playing a significant role in various markets. The expansion features a 20% increase in lab space and new collaborative areas, aligning with Arkema's global R&D strategy.