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Following the transition of all its European sites to renewable electricity in January 2025, BASF Performance Materials is now celebrating the certification of its production sites according to REDcert², a certification scheme for the use of sustainable feedstock in the chemical industry. With the recent addition of its polyurethane production site in Malacky, Slovakia, the division can now offer its customers certified mass balance solutions from its ten plants.
 

The electrolyzer manufacturer Stargate Hydrogen, Estonia, is now using BASF’s Ultrason^® to manufacture the frames in its stacks used for alkaline water electrolyzers (AWE). The polysulfone (PSU) Ultrason^® S replaces metals such as nickel, resulting in significantly lighter stacks. This substitution is possible because BASF’s high-performance thermoplastic offers high temperature and chemical resistance also in harsh alkaline conditions. It can withstand high stack pressures due to excellent compression strength. As Ultrason^® can be injection-molded, it provides greater design flexibility for easier functional integration than metal. The collaboration between Stargate Hydrogen and BASF has yielded an exceptional result: the pressurized stacks of the Stellar series are designed for long operational lifespans, supporting reliable hydrogen production, and reducing downtime and maintenance costs. This durability enhances the economic feasibility of green hydrogen production, making it a cost-effective solution.

The carbon footprint of superdurable architectural powder coatings supplied by AkzoNobel’s Interpon brand is up to 40% lower, thanks to an ongoing value chain partnership with Arkema and BASF. It means the superdurable Interpon D range can now make an even bigger impact in helping to reduce embodied carbon over the whole lifecycle of a building.

Shanghai – September 10, 2025 – BASF has launched its new GLYSANTIN^® ELECTRIFIED^® low electrical conductivity coolants (LECCs) to enhance the safety and stability of battery systems in electric vehicles. Complying with the new GB 29743.2-2025 standard, which comes into effect on October 1 in China, these coolants are engineered to mitigate risks associated with battery failures, thereby improving overall vehicle safety and longevity.

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Scientists from BASF will present their latest research findings at the 35th International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) Congress from September 15-18. The company’s poster and podium presentations will cover a range of innovative topics, including, among others, the role of Corynebacteria in skin aging, a holistic approach to microbiome-friendly skin care, and a new retinol delivery system for enhanced stability. Themed “The Future in Science,” the congress will be hosted by the Société Française de Cosmétologie in Cannes. It spotlights advancements in the field of cosmetic science, while fostering collaboration among industry professionals.