Azelis and Synthomer Sign New Distribution Agreement for Eastern Europe

Azelis announced a new agreement with Synthomer for the distribution of performance-enhancing polymers and additives for paints, primers, coatings, finishes and inks. Effective from February 2021, the agreement covers Poland, Russia and Ukraine. The new partnership represents a significant step forward and will strengthen collaboration between the two companies, expanding the existing relationship with Synthomer in the paints, adhesives and construction markets. Synthomer is an aqueous polymer supplier operating in many markets. By adding these specialty polymers, customers can create advanced new products and enhance the performance of existing products in the coatings and construction industries. With the acquisition of Omnova Solutions in 2020, Synthomer expanded its global manufacturing network. It also expanded its product portfolio and geographic presence, enabling it to better serve new and existing customers worldwide. Stefan Klötzer, Director of European Distribution at Synthomer Functional Solutions, stated: "We selected Azelis as our preferred partner due to its expertise and reach in the coatings and adhesives market, synergistic product portfolio and the strong technical capabilities of its teams. Our current and future customers will have access to a broader range of products and solution options for different applications and requirements, and will benefit from direct local communication." Frank Bakhuizen, Director of the CASE EMEA Market Segment at Azelis, said: "The CASE market in Eastern Europe is developing rapidly, and expanding our collaboration with Synthomer to include the former Omnova product portfolio allows us to serve our customers even better with high-quality, specialty additives that complement our existing portfolio." Azelis provides technical support to customers and suppliers through more than 60 application laboratories worldwide, each dedicated to its own market segment. Azelis is an established key player across all market segments and particularly in CASE, providing product knowledge, market trend information and comprehensive service.   Source