March 2026 – BASF Transfers Hydrosulfite Assets to Silox to Strengthen Textile Chemical SupplyBASF and Silox signed a definitive agreement under which Silox acquired selected BASF hydrosulfite-related assets, including intellectual property, production equipment, technical expertise, and trademarks. The move strengthens Silox's position as a supplier of sodium hydrosulfite, a key reducing and bleaching agent used in textile dyeing and finishing.
February 2026 – RUDOLF Becomes Exclusive Global Distributor of Sanitized® Textile TechnologiesRUDOLF GmbH assumed exclusive worldwide distribution of Sanitized® textile technologies, expanding its portfolio of odor-control, hygiene, and functional textile finishing solutions. The agreement enhances the company's ability to serve apparel, home textile, and technical textile manufacturers with sustainable finishing chemistries.
January 2026 – Archroma and HeiQ Enter Co-Marketing Partnership for Bio-Based Textile FinishesArchroma and HeiQ entered a co-marketing partnership to promote bio-based anti-odor and antimicrobial textile finishing technologies. The collaboration focuses on sustainable chemical solutions for sportswear, workwear, and home textile applications while supporting PFAS-free innovation.
November 2025 – Archroma Expands Mumbai Innovation Center of ExcellenceArchroma expanded its Innovation Center of Excellence in Mumbai, India, strengthening research and development capabilities for textile dyes, auxiliaries, and sustainable finishing chemicals. The investment supports faster product development for Asia's textile manufacturing industry.