Petronas Inaugurates Specialty Chemicals Laboratory in Shanghai
Perstorp and BRB, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Petronas Chemicals Group (PCG), inaugurated an innovation hub in Shanghai, China. The laboratory opened on April 17th and will support growth in the region by increasing technical support for customers with a specific focus on the Asian market. The new Shanghai innovation hub will have a strong focus on product and application development. It is one of several planned initiatives in the region to enhance innovation capabilities along the value chain.
The innovation hub will serve various market segments, such as Synthetic Lubricants, Thermal Management Fluids, Personal Care and Coating Solutions, as well as the existing Silicones and intermediates business.
“This investment reinforces our commitment to innovation and co-creation with our customers, as well as strengthening our global presence. It reflects our growth agenda, our strong ambition and commitment to progress,” commented Debbie Chiu, COO of PCG Specialty Chemicals.
“With faster response times and reduced time to market, we are equipped to anticipate industry trends and deliver tailored solutions that meet our customers’ needs. This platform will enable more face-to-face interactions with customers in the Greater China and Asian market, to develop innovative solutions that align with market demands,” added Axel Tuchlenski, Head of Innovation at PCG Specialty Chemicals.
This is the latest of several application and development centers where PCG collaborates with customers to innovate new solutions. The inauguration on April 17, 2025, brought together customers from the different segments that the new lab will serve in the future.
