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• February 2023: Solenis completed the acquisition of the stock of the Grand Invest Group. Solenis will acquire all Grand Invest Group operating assets, including key strategic production and warehousing facilities, which will expand its Latin American water treatment portfolio.
• September 2022: Solenis acquired Clearon Corp., the facility of which is located in South Charleston. This acquisition enabled Solenis to expand its portfolio of water treatment chemicals products for the residential and commercial pool water and spa treatment markets.
• August 2022: Veolia Environment SA's former United Kingdom-based waste-treatment company will be acquired by French utility Suez SA for about EUR 2.3 billion. Suez is now ready to take back the UK assets, which were also put up for sale after objections from the country's competition authority.

• November 2022: WABAG LIMITED signed an agreement with the Asian Development Bank ('ADB') for raising a fund of INR 200 crores (~ USD 24.6 million) through unlisted Non-Convertible Debentures carrying five years and three months tenors. ADB will subscribe to it for over 12 months in its water treatment business.
• August 2022: An Israeli company, Huliot Pipes, launched the ClearBlack Sewage Treatment Plant customized for the Indian market for wastewater recycling and reuse.

• September 2023: Waterco, a water treatment manufacturer, acquired Davey Water Products Pty Ltd (Davey) from GUD Holdings Limited (GUD). This move is pivotal in Waterco's strategic roadmap, aiming to solidify its position as a leading global player in the water technology sector. The acquisition not only sets the stage for sustainable growth but also primes Waterco to capitalize on evolving market prospects.
• June 2022: Kemira Oyj announced a new collaboration with a France-based company, Veolia, to launch a new technology named ViviMag. This technology can recover phosphorus and other valuable resources, such as iron, from sewage sludge. Phosphorus causes the overfertilization of the surface waters if not removed properly, causing a major environmental problem. This new technology will help Kemira OYJ strengthen its position in the water treatment sector.
• April 2022: Veolia Group announced a partnership with Sydney Water to explore innovation opportunities for the development of a robust circular economy, which will help to deliver sustainable and resilient water services to the city.

• In February 2022, Element Six UK Ltd collaborated with II-VI Inc. Through this collaboration, II-VI licenses Element Six's intellectual property and necessary equipment would produce high-quality single-crystal diamonds to expand its core competency in diamond technology.
• In July 2021, Element Six UK LTD and the University of Warwick entered a partnership to develop the next generation of synthetic diamond-enabled technologies. Under this partnership, Element Six applied its renowned expertise and capabilities in advanced material solutions.

• March 2023: Universal Matter UK Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Matter Inc., announced the acquisition of Applied Graphene Materials UK Limited and Applied Graphene Materials LLC, the principal operating subsidiaries of Applied Graphene Materials PLC. Through the acquisition, the company has strengthened its market presence.
• February 2023: Global Graphene Group announced that Honeycomb Battery Company, an advanced battery technology subsidiary of Global Graphene Group Inc., signed a business combination agreement with Nubia Brand International Corp. to develop battery materials. Honeycomb Battery Company is expected to use graphene produced by the Global Graphene Group.
• August 2022: Universal Matter entered a three-year collaborative innovation agreement with the ChemQuest Technology Institute. Through the agreement, the company has strengthened its growth and validation of Universal Matter’s graphene technology based on sustainable feedstocks.

• Jan 2024: Shell plc's subsidiary, Shell Lubricants, completes the acquisition of the United Kingdom-based MIDEL and MIVOLT from Manchester-based M&I Materials Ltd. It is to manufacture, distribute, and market the MIDEL and MIVOLT product lines as part of Shell’s global lubricants portfolio.
• Oct 2023: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and Chevron Brands International LLC, a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation, entered into a long-term agreement encompassing the licensing, production, distribution, and marketing of Chevron’s lubricant products under the Caltex brand. It includes Chevron’s proprietary Havoline and Delo branded lubricant products in India.
• Sep 2023: ENSO Oils & Lubricants partnered with Gazpromneft-Lubricants, a subsidiary of Gazprom Neft PJSC, to expand the distribution of lubricant assets in South Asia. ENSO will import and distribute Gazpromneft-Lubricants' range of oils and lubricants to meet the needs of various industries in India.

• April 2024: Axalta Building Products, a division of the globally renowned Axalta Coating Systems, unveiled its innovative Zenamel range of wood coating solutions tailored for cabinet manufacturers. With this launch, Axalta Building Products seeks to empower its wood finishing industry clients to create top-tier, sustainable, eco-friendly products that align with tightening regulatory standards and evolving consumer preferences.
• April 2023: Benjamin Moore & Co. unveiled Element Guard, a new exterior paint tailored for diverse substrates, wood included. With the launch of Element Guard, Benjamin Moore & Co. seeks to empower painting professionals, ensuring its exterior projects endure the elements and satisfy client expectations.
• January 2023: Asian Paints planned to invest in a new manufacturing facility dedicated to water-borne paints, boasting an annual capacity of 4 lakh kl. This facility will also produce water-borne wood coatings, with operations slated to begin in 2026. Through this expansion, Asian Paints seeks to bolster its production capacity, aligning with the projected surge in demand for water-borne wood coatings in India.
• December 2022: Sherwin-Williams Company announced the successful completion of its acquisition of the ICA Group. By acquiring the ICA Group, Sherwin-Williams aimed to create a more diversified and competitive wood coatings company with a stronger presence in the European market and a broader range of products and technologies to offer its customers.

• July 2024: AMSOIL acquired Aerospace Lubricants, an Ohio-based firm renowned for its specialized grease design and manufacturing. This acquisition is set to bolster operational capabilities and capacities. With Aerospace's operational prowess and grease specialization, both Aerospace and AMSOIL customers stand to gain substantial added value.
• May 2024: FUCHS Group officially opened its High-Performance Grease Plant (HPGP) in Yingkou, China. The HPGP underscores FUCHS Group's strong dedication to both the Chinese and broader Asia-Pacific markets. It aims to cater to the surging demand for grease products in the region, even in the face of global economic challenges. The plant boasts the capability to produce a comprehensive range of soap-based grease products, catering to diverse sectors such as new energy vehicles, wind power, semiconductors, aerospace, and robotics.
• June 2023: FUCHS Lubricants Co. launched RENOLIT CSX AWE 0, a calcium sulfonate complex grease tailored for truck trailer axle hubs. Formulated with sustainable, lithium-free technology, this grease provides OEMs and fleets with a stable, long-term solution at a consistent price point. In addition, RENOLIT CSX AWE 0 ensures seamless integration, being compatible with legacy axle-bearing greases for straightforward replacement.
• March 2022: Axel Christiernsson International AB launched AXELLENCE 752 EPEF, an environmentally acceptable lubricant that received EU Ecolabel approval for accidental and partial loss applications. This is the first lithium complex grease to attain such certification.

• June 2024: Azelis, a prominent player in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients sector, signed a distribution deal with BASF Corporation. Under this agreement, Azelis will distribute a variety of BASF products, including emulsifiers, ,edium-chain triglyceride (MCT), phytosterol ester, and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). These products find common applications in bakery items, beverages, and nutritional enhancements for both the retail and food service sectors.
• February 2022: IOI Oleo, the parent company of IOI Oleo GmbH, partnered with DKSH. DKSH will provide business development, marketing, sales, logistics, and distribution services for IOI Oleo's oleochemical specialties in Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Taiwan, South Korea, and Vietnam.

• May 2024: IHI Hauzer Techno Coating BV and IHI Ionbond, both subsidiaries of IHI Corporation, partnered to offer a total solution for PVD coating development, coating services, and equipment for PEMFC (proton-exchange membrane fuel cells) and PEMWE (proton exchange membrane water electrolysis).
• March 2024: PPG Industries Inc. announced the launch of the PPG Nexeon 810 coating. This copper-free antifouling solution prioritizes vessel performance, emissions reduction, and sustainability. Thanks to their superior fouling control capabilities, vessels can experience an immediate power boost of up to 10% and a 15% enhancement in operational efficiency.
• April 2022: PPG Industries Inc. acquired Arsonsisi, an industrial coatings company based in Milan, Italy. This acquisition is expected to help the company enhance its business for low-friction coatings and maximize its reach throughout Europe.
• February 2022: Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies partnered with BioCote to expand its fluoropolymer coating product range and create Fluregiene 200, an antimicrobial coating ideal for many surfaces and environments, including those applicable to a wide range of parts and components such as door handles, elevator buttons, airport seating, and gym equipment.