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May 20, 2026

BASF focuses on strength­ening and growing its core businesses in the next phase of its “Winning Ways” strategy

After the swift and almost complete carve-­out of its standalone businesses, BASF is focusing on strength­ening and growing its core businesses in the next phase of its “Winning Ways” strategy. The newly established Core Transformation Office, led by Julia Raquet (50), President, drives the implementation of cross-unit transformation projects across all core businesses, service units and corporate center units. The program, launched as “CoreShift,” aims to achieve up to 20 % net cash fixed cost savings in the core by 2029, compared with the 2024 baseline. In her new role, Julia Raquet reports directly to Dr. Markus Kamieth, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of BASF SE.
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June 25, 2026

BASF Coatings names Executive Committee to lead and drive success as a standalone company

BASF Coatings today named the leadership team that will run the business as an independent company from July 1, 2026, after the closing of the transaction. The new structure brings together leaders who have built the coatings business over many years and senior executives with proven records in finance, digital and transformation. The Executive Committee will be led by incoming Chief Executive Officer Jens Luehring.  
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The carrier plate of the MSA M1 breathing apparatus is made from Ultramid® A3XZC3 ESD - a highly impact modified, carbon fiber reinforced plastic with V 0 flame retardancy from 1.5 mm, reduced surface resistivity for more safety in EX zones, and high mechanical stability - the handle of the carrier plate is rated for emergency loads up to 200 kg. Photo: BASF
Trade News | June 25, 2026

Ultramid® A3XZC3 ESD: High-performance plastic for rugged self-contained breathing apparatus
 

The MSA M1 self-contained breathing apparatus uses a carrier plate made of Ultramid® A3XZC3 ESD, which combines flame retardancy, high mechanical strength, and defined electrical properties. The highly impact-modified, carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic proves itself not only in demanding technical applications but also in daily use – for example with BASF’s plant fire brigade.
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June 24, 2026

Chemetall receives Airbus SQIP award for the eleventh consecutive year

The Surface Treatment global business unit of BASF Coatings, operating under the Chemetall brand, has once again received the highest recognition in Airbus’ Supply Chain & Quality Improvement Program (SQIP) and was awarded “Accredited Supplier” status for its performance  
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Trade News | June 24, 2026

BASF launches MicadelvaTM and its new Safe-by-Design concept for creating future-proof fragrance ingredients

BASF Aroma Ingredients has launched Micadelva™, a new citrus fragrance ingredient developed as a non-allergenic alternative to orange terpenes. Rather than directly replacing traditional orange materials, Micadelva™ presents a new orange platform for perfumers.
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Adapzo® Active, latest fungicide innovation from BASF Agricultural Solutions’ R&D pipeline, has earned a new FRAC mode of action classification. Adapzo provides farmers a new tool to tackle Asian soybean rust and maximize yield potential.
Trade News | June 18, 2026

Fungicide innovation Adapzo® Active receives new mode of action classification

Adapzo® Active, BASF Agricultural Solutions’ latest fungicide innovation, was designated a new and distinct mode of action by the Fungicide Resistance Action Committee (FRAC). Chemically known as flufenoxadiazam, the active ingredient is the industry’s first histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor and the sole representative of the newly established “FRAC Group Code 56”.
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