Early Bird Registration for FEICA Conference and EXPO Closes Soon

FEICA recently announced that the early bird offer for its 2025 European Adhesive & Sealant Conference and EXPO, will end on May 31, 2025. The theme of the event, which is taking place September 10-12, 2025, in San Sebastian-Donostia, Spain, is “Boosting a Competitive Industry: Innovation and Sustainability for a Stronger Europe.” This year, room […]
Henkel Closes Divestment of Retailer Brands Business Earlier than Expected

Henkel recently announced that the company has successfully completed the divestment of the Retailer Brands business in North America earlier than expected. The agreement to sell the business to an affiliate of First Quality Enterprises, LLC headquartered in Great Neck, New York, was signed in February 2025, and the transaction was closed as of April […]
Sika Closes Acquisition of Tile-Setting Materials Producer in Peru

Sika has closed the acquisition of Chema, a leading producer of tile setting materials in Peru with operations throughout the whole country. Sika reports that the acquisition strengthens its position in the fast-growing mortar market and offers significant cross-selling opportunities through increased distribution channel presence and a complementary manufacturing footprint. Founded more than 50 years […]
Knowde Closes Series C Funding Round

Knowde recently announced the company has closed a $60 million Series C funding round led by Blue Cloud Ventures, Point72 Private Investments, and Socium Ventures. Existing investors, including Sequoia Capital, also participated. Knowde has raised $175 million to date. “It is rare to partner with a founder and team driving innovation in a massive, underserved […]
Henkel Closes Acquisition of Seal for Life

Henkel has successfully completed the acquisition of the U.S.-based Seal for Life Industries LLC from Arsenal Capital Partners. Seal for Life is a specialized supplier of protective coating and sealing solutions in a broad variety of infrastructure markets such as renewable energy, oil and gas, and water. The signing of the transaction took place in […]