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🌍 We’re proud to announce that Arkema’s waterborne Kynar Aquatec® PVDF range has been recognized as a “Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” for its exceptional performance in cool roof coatings! 🏆 Experts from the Solar Impulse Foundation concluded that our solution delivers 300% to 400% longer durability and 90% VOC reduction compared to traditional coatings. This recognition underscores our commitment to developing sustainable and highly efficient solutions for the building and construction industry. 🏠 By enabling longer-lasting solar reflectivity and reducing environmental impact, Kynar Aquatec® PVDF is paving the way for more sustainable cool roof systems. Read more: http://arke.ma/QMTg50TAbOy #Sustainability #Innovation #Arkema Arkema High Performance Polymers

Spotlight on electric mobility! 🔋🚗 With ambitious targets of CO₂ emissions reduction and the urgent need for #energytransition, the #electricmobility market is booming. It’s even developing strong and credible solutions to meet these goals! As a long-standing partner of the industry, Arkema is embedded in this ecosystem and works hand in hand with its players to provide concrete solutions to the market’s challenges. The mobility of tomorrow is being invented today! 🤝 How can we speed up the transition and make the shift happen? What challenges need to be overcome, and how is the industry responding? In this second edition of our #newsletter, Inside Materials, dive into a sector that is both complex and promising! ⚡ Enjoy your reading! #InsideMaterials

Rilsan® PA11: Driving the Future of High-Performance, Sustainable Materials From clean mobility to advanced electronics, Long-chain polyamides are driving innovation in today’s most demanding industries. Derived from 100% bio-based castor oil, Rilsan® PA11 offers unparalleled strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance while contributing to a lower carbon footprint when used in final parts. Whether replacing metals in automotive components to make vehicles lighter and more efficient, or enhancing the performance of 5G devices, Long-chain polyamides are at the forefront of technological progress. In the rapidly growing field of #3Dprinting, polyamides like Rilsan® PA11 fine powders deliver durability and precision, enabling the creation of custom designs across sectors from medical devices to sports equipment. Its versatility ensures that it is a key material for the next generation of high-performance applications. As industries evolve, Arkema's approach toward #sustainability is driven by more innovative materials such as Rilsan® PA11. Read more here: http://arke.ma/64k950TwURS #SpecialtyMaterials #Polyamides #Innovation #CleanMobility Arkema 3D Printing Arkema High Performance Polymers

🏠 Building Together: Strengthening Communities with Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia. At Arkema, we believe that real impact comes from working hand in hand with our communities. Through our partnership with Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia, we’re not only helping to build affordable homes—we’re contributing to the foundation of stronger, more inclusive neighborhoods. For us, this partnership is about much more than just financial support. Our employees are on the ground, volunteering their time and expertise to ensure that families gain access to safe, #sustainable housing. With our contributions, sustainable building #materials, and technical know-how, we’re helping to create spaces where families can thrive. Read more here: http://arke.ma/bbHX50Tw0e3 #Arkema #ArkemaAmericas #BuildingTogether

Coup d’envoi de l’Arkema Première Ligue ce week end ! ⚽ Cet été, la première division est devenue l'Arkema Première Ligue, marquée par de nombreux changements visant à accélérer le développement du football féminin et sa professionnalisation. Nous sommes fiers d’être aux côtés de la nouvelle Ligue Féminine de Football Professionnel (LFFP) pour cette saison qui s’annonce particulièrement intense et pleine de surprises. Avec 12 équipes prêtes à en découdre pour décrocher le titre, nous sommes impatients de découvrir quels clubs se hisseront jusqu’au Final Four en mai prochain. Cette saison promet d’être captivante, avec de belles démonstrations de talent, de détermination et de cohésion. Et vous, quelle équipe voyez-vous accéder au Final Four ? Partagez vos pronostics et rejoignez la discussion en commentaire ! 🏆 #AtTheHeartOfSport #ArkemaPL #FootballFéminin

🌍 At Arkema, we’re proud to go beyond our Act4Nature commitments by promoting biodiversity around our sites in France. Today, we’re highlighting two inspiring examples of local biodiversity initiatives. 🌱 At Cerdato, employees lead efforts to preserve wild orchids and birds, while partnering with a local school to build bird feeders from Rilsan® material waste. At Genay, initiatives include beehives producing 500 jars of honey annually, tree planting, and electric bike stations. As Emmanuelle BROMET, VP Sustainable Development, says, “Our ambition is to give everyone the keys to understanding the challenges related to biodiversity, but also the means to act concretely.” Together, we’re empowering our teams to take steps toward reducing our environmental footprint. #ESDW #Arkema #Sustainability #Innovation #Biodiversity

🚀 We’re proud to announce the launch of Fast Glue Ultra+, a groundbreaking adhesive that marks a new chapter for Arkema in the consumer space. Developed through the combined expertise and collaborative spirit of multiple business units within the Group, Fast Glue Ultra+ is the result of years of cutting-edge research in bio-sourced materials. At the heart of this breakthrough is Oleris®, a renewable material derived from castor oil, which enables 60% of the product to be bio-sourced. This demonstrates our commitment to integrating sustainable practices into high-performance solutions. This product exemplifies our leadership in adhesive technology, seamlessly combining innovation and environmental responsibility. We’re proud of the collective expertise that has pushed the boundaries of what’s possible, while minimizing environmental impact. 🎥 Watch the video to explore the journey behind this exciting breakthrough. #Innovation #Sustainability #Arkema #Teamwork #SpecialtyMaterials Arkema High Performance Polymers Bostik

🏌️♂️Did you know that a golf putter can be created with 3D printing? Cobra Golf, a leading brand for golfers, is pushing the boundaries of technology by creating a range of putters and irons featuring a 3D-printed medallion using Arkema's Rilsan® PA11 fine powders. 3D printing technology was a key enabler in this case, allowing the design of a unique lattice structure, supported by performance benefits of Rilsan® PA11: exceptional lightness and mechanical strength. With this innovative cavity, weight distribution in the putter and iron heads can be optimized, resulting in greater consistency and enhanced feel at impact. Learn more here: http://arke.ma/IObP50TmH6t #AtTheHeartOfSport #Innovation #SpecialtyMaterials Arkema High Performance Polymers Arkema 3D Printing

🏡 At Arkema, inclusion is more than just a value—it’s an active commitment. Through our ongoing partnership with Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia, we are proud to support the creation of sustainable, inclusive communities. Over the next three years, Arkema is providing $330,000 in funding, donating sustainable building materials, and offering our technical expertise to help increase access to affordable housing. This partnership is about more than building homes; it’s about ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive. With a focus on inclusion and community engagement, we’re working hand-in-hand to create environments where stability and growth are accessible to all. 🔗 Learn more about how we’re driving inclusion and positive change: http://arke.ma/M24G50TkUOw #Arkema #BuildingTogether

🏉 Our range of high-performance Pebax® thermoplastic elastomers is also gaining ground on rugby pitches! The Speed Infinite Elite shoe from Canterbury is designed to maximize speed and performance. The firm outsole, equipped made with Pebax® Rnew® materials, ensures explosive energy return and enhanced stability. With its innovative weight distribution, the Speed Infinite Elite with Pebax® Rnew® materials is revolutionizing sports gear by delivering superior speed and performance. Discover how Pebax® Rnew® elastomers are changing the game in athletic footwear: http://arke.ma/nivA50TiIBm #AtTheHeartOfSport #SpecialtyMaterials #Sustainability Arkema High Performance Polymers #Pebaxpowered