Solvay opens Singapore innovation centre

Published: 11-Feb-2014
Ingredients

The new hub will lead the company\'s worldwide innovation projects for its Consumer Chemicals business in Asia Pacific


Solvay has announced the opening of a new Research & Innovation centre in Singapore, which will be the group's core innovation ground for its Consumer Chemicals business in Asia Pacific.

Located in Singapore's Biopolis research hub, the 1,100sqm laboratory will lead worldwide innovation projects primarily for Solvay's business unit Novecare, which is active in the fields of Home & Personal Care, Coatings and Oil & Gas. It will also be a regional hub in developing sustainable solutions for the company's Agrochemical business and provide technical support to Solvay's regional customers as well as plants in the region.

The laboratory is Solvay's latest investment in Singapore after Novecare announced in April 2013 the construction of a large scale alkoxylation facility.

Solvay invested nearly €2m in the laboratory and expects to invest another €5m in the next five years to boost the laboratory's capabilities, including the hiring of an extra 30 researchers.

  • Companies:
  • Solvay
See more

You may also like

Ingredients

Naternal is Solvay’s new brand of bio-based biodegradable polymers for biodegradable by-design hair and skin care solutions

Read more
Solvay, a global leader in naturally-derived polymers for beauty care formulations, continues to stride along the pathway of caring for beauty and the planet, with the launch of Naternal

Trending Articles

  1. Breakthroughs in ingredient technology and packaging trends in the cosmetics industry The cosmetics industry is constantly evolving, driven by innovation in ingredient technology and packaging. As consumer expectations shift towards more sustainable, functional, and effective beauty solutions, brands are exploring new ways to differentiate themselves and capture market share. In 2024, several key breakthroughs in ingredient technology and packaging trends are reshaping the future of beauty products. Let’s dive into these exciting developments and explore how they are transforming the landscape
  2. SILAB wins the Wise Ingredients Award with COMMUSYS On Wednesday November 20, on the occasion of the Making Cosmetics trade show in Milan, SILAB's natural anti-aging active COMMUSYS won the Wise Ingredients Award in the Active Ingredients category
  3. We invite you to express yourself through our beauty care At Innospec, we understand that everybody is different. We have segmented our latest formulation collection into five key generations that influence the beauty world today
  4. Evolved By Nature launches new cosmetic bioactive: Activated Silk 8A-𝛼 Activated Silk 8A is a tone-boosting bioactive peptide that visibly brightens skin and reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation, leading to a more vibrant, even complexion
  5. Dagmara Mazur-Sosa appointed Head of Sales Development at Stephenson Dagmara will head up Stephenson’s commercial team, dedicated to growing global sales opportunities and exploring new markets for its range of products

Upcoming event

Launch Lab: Future-Forward Cosmetics – Beyond Packaging 2025 - WEBINAR

17 January 2025 See all

You may also like

Ingredients

Naternal is Solvay’s new brand of bio-based biodegradable polymers for biodegradable by-design hair and skin care solutions

Solvay, a global leader in naturally-derived polymers for beauty care formulations, continues to stride along the pathway of caring for beauty and the planet, with the launch of Naternal
Ingredients

Solvay launches Polycare Heat Therapy for bio-based thermoprotection in hair care

Natural guar-based active ingredient extends the range of silicone-free beauty care solutions for stress-free hair styling
Ingredients

Caring for People, Caring for the Planet

From breakthrough new launches to the latest advancements in hair care and skin health, meet Solvay at the NYSCC Suppliers' Day to discover how to embrace sustainability without compromising on performance
You need to be a subscriber to read this article.
Click here to find out more.
Ingredients

in-cosmetics Global: 2023’s top beauty ingredient trends

Senescence busters, mood hacking beauty and naturally-derived, high-performance materials lead this year’s batch of cosmetic ingredient launches
You need to be a subscriber to read this article.
Click here to find out more.
Ingredients

Biotech retinol and 'gum beauty': Top cosmetic ingredients for February

Givaudan’s ‘industry first’ natural-origin retinol RetiLife is among the new cosmetic ingredients available
Ingredients

Solvay launches biosurfactants for circular beauty care

Mirasoft SL L60 and Mirasoft SL A60 are suitable for use in hair and skin care formulations
You need to be a subscriber to read this article.
Click here to find out more.
Ingredients

Thick and thin: New stars for rheology modification

Rheology modifiers impart viscosity, stability and sensoriality to cosmetic formulations. So which ones are ideal for you?
Subscribe now