DKSH has signed a sole distribution agreement with Synthomer, a leading manufacturer of high-performance and highly specialized polymers, to strengthen and expand its Coatings and Construction Solutions business presence in Poland, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia. Through its strong distribution network and service offering, DKSH will enhance business opportunities for this strategic partnership in these key markets in Eastern Europe.
Warsaw, Poland, December 8, 2025 – DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, will provide business development, marketing, sales, and distribution services for Synthomer’s portfolio of polymers in Poland, the Czech Republic and Slovakia, building on their successful partnership in Europe, including the Nordic and Baltic region, as well as Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia
Synthomer delivers advanced raw materials that enable high-performance solutions across coatings, construction, and adhesives. The company's innovative technologies address the growing demand for sustainable, next-generation formulations, particularly in paints, coatings and construction, helping customers achieve superior performance while reducing environmental impact.
Synthomer has entrusted DKSH to strengthen its presence and expand its market reach in Eastern Europe thanks to its extensive distribution network, knowledgeable commercial and technical teams, strong capabilities in logistics, and its valued services, including innovation, formulation, market research, and analysis.
Ellie Anderson, Global Head of Distribution, Synthomer, commented: “This expansion of DKSH’s responsibility builds on our already successful partnership in the Nordics and Baltics. DKSH will help to bring innovative solutions closer to customers with strong local presence and deep industry expertise. They are an ideal partner to expand our specialty chemicals portfolio and accelerate our growth in the Eastern Europe markets.”
Casper Larsen, Managing Director, DKSH Eastern Europe, commented: “We are delighted to introduce Synthomer’s expansive portfolio of high-performance products to our customers in Eastern Europe. These solutions are an excellent fit with our existing portfolio and support the evolving needs of the coatings industry as it moves towards more sustainable and advanced technologies.”
About Synthomer
Synthomer is a leading global supplier of specialty polymers and ingredients serving high-growth markets including coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection. Headquartered in London, UK, with around 3,900 employees, the company operates 29 manufacturing sites across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, supported by five innovation centers worldwide. With a heritage dating back to 1863, Synthomer combines deep expertise with global reach to deliver tailored, sustainable solutions. Positioned as a more efficient, more global, and more specialized business, Synthomer plays a vital role in enhancing homes, cities, lifestyles, transportation, and healthcare for billions of people worldwide. www.synthomer.com
About DKSH
For 160 years, DKSH has been delivering growth for companies in Asia and beyond across its Business Units Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials, and Technology. As a leading Market Expansion Services provider, DKSH offers sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, eCommerce, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services, following its purpose of enriching people’s lives. DKSH is a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, DKSH operates in 36 markets with 28,060 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2024. DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials distributes specialty chemicals and ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, personal care, and various industrial applications. With 59 innovation centers and regulatory support worldwide, DKSH creates cutting-edge formulations that comply with local regulations. With around 1,720 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 1.4 billion in 2024. www.dksh.com