“By joining forces with Synthomer, we are expanding our portfolio with a proven, high-value technology that meets growing global demand,” said Romain Lemoine, Chief Business Officer, Lummus Technology. “We will be able to deliver a comprehensive and flexible solution to our customers while leveraging Synthomer’s decades of operational excellence and product knowledge.”
This strategic collaboration combines Synthomer’s deep operational expertise and technological know-how in acrylic acid esters with Lummus’ global licensing capabilities and extensive customer network. Lummus will offer robust solutions to produce acrylic acid esters, a key component in several high-performance applications, with the ability to utilize variety of raw materials, including bio-based feedstocks.
“This agreement marks a significant milestone for Synthomer’s acrylate monomers business,” said Rob Tupker, President, Health & Protection and Performance Materials (HPPM) and Asia, Synthomer. “Our technology, backed by years of experience and innovation, will now reach a broader market through Lummus’ licensing platform. It’s a win-win for both companies and the industry.”
Lummus Technology licenses process technologies in clean fuels, renewables, petrochemicals, polymers, gas processing and supply lifecycle services, catalysts, proprietary equipment and digitalization to customers worldwide.
Synthomer plc is a leading supplier of high-performance, highly specialized polymers and ingredients that play vital roles in key sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection.