DKSH has entered into a partnership with Purinova, a leading manufacturer of polyester polyols and polyurethane systems, to provide its products in key markets across Asia Pacific.
Media release
Zurich, September 6, 2021 – DKSH's Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, will provide marketing and sales, distribution and logistics, business development, and customer management for Purinova's New Technology Polyester Polyols in South Korea, Malaysia, Myanmar, and the Philippines.
DKSH was chosen for its expertise in the specialty chemicals industry and proven track record as a key distribution partner in the Asia Pacific region.
“Purinova is implementing a growth strategy in Asia. We had been looking for a partner to cooperate in this demanding region and we decided to collaborate with DKSH – a continuously growing group with a lot of experience. With our products and DKSH's professional approach to business in Asia, I'm sure we will grow together. It is also worth emphasizing that our partners look for products related to circular economy when they select suppliers. That is another thing that we have common. Together, we will create more value for our customers around the world,” said Michał Trzciński, Business Development Manager, Purinova.
Ramon J. Viñas, Vice President, Global Specialty Chemicals Industry, Performance Materials, DKSH, added: “We are very pleased to work with Purinova in several of our key markets in Asia Pacific. With Purinova's advanced polyester polyols and DKSH's extensive market coverage in the region, supported by strong technical expertise and innovation center capabilities, we are confident to rapidly penetrate this growing market segment.”
For further information, please contact:
DKSH Performance Materials
Daniel Hollister
Senior Manager, Group Marketing
Phone +44 20 8879 5500
daniel.hollister@dksh.com
Purinova
Michał Trzciński
Business Development Manager
Phone +48 600 983 603
m.trzcinski@purinova.com
About Purinova
Purinova’s products prove themselves in many international markets, gaining recognition among the growing number of customers. Purinova is the leader in Central Europe, both in terms of polyester polyols and polyurethane systems – it is constantly strengthening its position as a producer of polyurethanes already in over 30 countries around the world. Learn more: https://purinova.com/en
About DKSH
DKSH's purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For more than 150 years, we have been delivering growth for companies in Asia and beyond across our Business Units Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials and Technology. As a leading Market Expansion Services provider, we offer sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, eCommerce, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, DKSH operates in 36 markets with 32,450 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 10.7 billion in 2020. The DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials distributes specialty chemicals and ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, personal care and various industrial applications. With 48 innovation centers and regulatory support worldwide, we create cutting-edge formulations that comply with local regulations. With around 1,260 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 1.1 billion in 2020. www.dksh.com/pm