DKSH has signed a distribution agreement with SABIC, a global leader in diversified chemicals, to provide their complete portfolio of specialty chemicals in key markets throughout Asia.
Media release
Zurich, Switzerland, January 22, 2020 – DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials has become a key distribution partner for SABIC in Asia. Under the agreement, DKSH will provide sales and marketing as well as distribution and logistics for SABIC's innovative specialty materials in key markets including China, Indonesia, Korea, Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia.
SABIC's portfolio includes NORYLTM resins (polyphenylene ether-based materials), ULTEMTM resins (polyetherimide materials), LNPTM compounds and the full range of polycarbonate-based high-performance copolymers.
SABIC has selected DKSH as its key distribution partner due to DKSH's leading position within the distribution of specialty chemicals across Asia, including polymers, and its strong commitment to research and development through its network of nine specialty chemicals innovation centers in the region.
Martin Tam, Director, Customer Fulfillment, APAC, Specialties, SABIC, added: “We are delighted to welcome DKSH to our distribution network, as we seek to further expand our delivery of high-performance thermoplastic materials solutions, along with outstanding service, to our Specialties customers in Asia. This collaboration will support existing customers and help grow our customer base in strategic industries in Asia Pacific, including the key markets of China, Korea, Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia.”
Ramon Viñas, Vice President, Global Specialty Chemicals Industry, DKSH, commented: “We are excited to establish a partnership with SABIC's specialties business and promote their thermoplastics products. We look forward to innovating together with SABIC, so that we can meet customer demands throughout the region together.”
For further information, please contact:
DKSH Performance Materials
Daniel Hollister
Manager, Group Communications
Phone +44 20 8879 5500
daniel.hollister@dksh.com
SABIC Media Contacts
Yvonne Yan
Phone +86 21 2037 8436
yvonne.yan@sabic.com
About SABIC
SABIC is a global leader in diversified chemicals headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. SABIC manufactures on a global scale in the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific, making distinctly different kinds of products: chemicals, commodity and high-performance plastics, agri-nutrients and metals. It supports its customers by identifying and developing opportunities in key end markets such as construction, medical devices, packaging, agri-nutrients, electrical and electronics, transportation and clean energy. Learn more: http://www.sabic.com
About DKSH
DKSH is the leading Market Expansion Services provider with a focus on Asia. The Group helps other companies and brands to grow in the Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials and Technology sectors. DKSH’s portfolio of services includes sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services. Publicly listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, the Group operates in 35 markets with 33,000 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 11.3 billion in 2018. With its strong Swiss heritage and long business tradition since 1865, DKSH is deeply rooted in Asia Pacific. The DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials distributes specialty chemicals and ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, personal care and various industrial applications. With 46 innovation centers and regulatory support worldwide, we create cutting edge formulations that comply with local regulations. With around 1,080 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 960.4 million in 2018.