DKSH Enters Partnership with Purinova in South Korea, Malaysia, Myanmar, and the Philippines

DKSH has entered into a partnership with Purinova, a leading manufacturer of polyester polyols and polyurethane systems, to provide its products in key markets across Asia Pacific.

Media release

Zurich, September 6, 2021 – DKSH's Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, will provide marketing and sales, distribution and logistics, business development, and customer management for Purinova's New Technology Polyester Polyols in South Korea, Malaysia, Myanmar, and the Philippines.

DKSH was chosen for its expertise in the specialty chemicals industry and proven track record as a key distribution partner in the Asia Pacific region.

“Purinova is implementing a growth strategy in Asia. We had been looking for a partner to cooperate in this demanding region and we decided to collaborate with DKSH – a continuously growing group with a lot of experience. With our products and DKSH's professional approach to business in Asia, I'm sure we will grow together. It is also worth emphasizing that our partners look for products related to circular economy when they select suppliers. That is another thing that we have common. Together, we will create more value for our customers around the world,” said Michał Trzciński, Business Development Manager, Purinova.

Ramon J. Viñas, Vice President, Global Specialty Chemicals Industry, Performance Materials, DKSH, added: “We are very pleased to work with Purinova in several of our key markets in Asia Pacific. With Purinova's advanced polyester polyols and DKSH's extensive market coverage in the region, supported by strong technical expertise and innovation center capabilities, we are confident to rapidly penetrate this growing market segment.”

For further information, please contact:

DKSH Performance Materials

Daniel Hollister

Senior Manager, Group Marketing

Phone +44 20 8879 5500

daniel.hollister@dksh.com

Purinova

Michał Trzciński

Business Development Manager

Phone +48 600 983 603

m.trzcinski@purinova.com