LANXESS increases prices for hexanediol
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS is raising its prices for 1,6-hexanediol (HDO) globally with immediate effect. The increase amounts for EUR 800 per metric ton.
LANXESS to hold Virtual Days EMEA
LANXESS is hosting the Virtual Days EMEA: From April 19 to 23, 2021, existing and potential customers of the specialty chemicals company can learn about new product developments, technologies and general industry trends at the online event.
LANXESS management makes sustainability its business
Board of Management compensation tied to sustainability goals All sustainability activities bundled and assigned to Board of Management members’ portfolios
LANXESS completes acquisition of biocides specialist INTACE
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS completed the acquisition of the French company INTACE SAS on March 1, 2021.
Smooth and nimble cutting through sheet metal
Craftsmen understand the importance of lightweight, powerful and accurate power tools. Tailor-made high-performance plastics are the material of choice for the production of these tools.
LANXESS signs contract to acquire Emerald Kalama Chemical
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS is accelerating its growth course and signed a binding agreement to acquire 100 percent shares in Emerald Kalama Chemical on February 14, 2021.
LANXESS inaugurates nitrous oxide reduction plant in antwerp
LANXESS has taken another major step on the road to climate neutrality: the specialty chemicals company inaugurated a nitrous oxide reduction plant at its site in Antwerp on February 10, Belgium.
LANXESS increases prices for inorganic pigments
Specialty chemical company LANXESS is raising its prices for iron oxide and chrome oxide pigments worldwide with immediate effect.
Adding a splash of 3D color to drab concrete gray
LANXESS supports its customers in adding color to their 3D-printed concrete products.
LANXESS pigments transform sculpture into a colorful star
A new star has “risen” over a former barrack complex in the northwest of Augsburg in Bavaria.
LANXESS: EBITDA pre exceptionals for fourth quarter 2020 estimated above market expectations
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS expects to achieve fourth quarter 2020 EBITDA pre exceptionals that considerably exceeds average market expectations and previous year’s level.
LANXESS acquires biocides specialist INTACE
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS is expanding its position as one of the world's leading manufacturers of biocides and antimicrobials by acquiring French company INTACE SAS.
Katja Borghaus to become new head of Human Resources at LANXESS
Katja Borghaus will take over as head of LANXESS’ Human Resources group function by July 1, 2021, at the latest.
Hard seltzer is already firmly established as a popular, trendy drink in the USA. The alcoholic sparkling water is now sweeping through Europe and the rest of the world.
LANXESS aims to acquire disinfection and hygiene solutions provider Theseo
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS intends to further expand its Consumer Protection business and has entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire the Theseo group.
Replacing clipboards with tablets
LANXESS continues to drive forward digitalization in its production plants.
LANXESS completes sale of membrane business to SUEZ
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS completed the sale of its reverse osmosis membrane business.
LANXESS increases prices for engineering plastics
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS is raising its prices for its engineering plastics of the brands Durethan A (polyamide 6.6) by EUR 0.25 per kg, Durethan B (polyamide 6) by EUR 0.15 per kg and Pocan (polybutylene terephthalate, blends) by EUR 0.20 per kg with immediate effect.
The demand for extremely load-bearing elastomers for wheel treads and rollers is growing worldwide. The materials are used, for example, in the wheels of forklift vehicles, in guide rollers of high-rise and industrial elevators, and in rollers for agricultural machinery and high performance roller coasters.
LANXESS recognized by CDP as global climate protection leader
LANXESS' efforts in tackling climate change have again been recognized by international climate protection initiative CDP.