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SI Group Introduces a New European Innovation Center

In a significant advancement for its global research and development initiatives, SI Group has inaugurated its new European Innovation Center (EIC) located in Four Ashes, UK. The facility was officially opened on October 23, 2025, and aims to expand SI Group's innovation network, enhancing its ability to serve customers worldwide with advanced technology and tailored solutions.

A Commitment to Innovation

SI Group, renowned for its high-performance additives and chemical solutions, is dedicated to staying at the forefront of industry innovation. The European Innovation Center is equipped with cutting-edge tools and advanced resources, facilitating a comprehensive range of research activities. By focusing on the development of applications for plastics and rubber, as well as analytical characterization, the EIC will act as a collaborative hub, addressing technical challenges and fostering sustainable innovation in partnership with clients and industry leaders.

Robert Kaiser, the Vice President of Strategic Marketing and General Manager for EMEA at SI Group, emphasized the importance of this facility: "The opening of the European Innovation Center represents a significant investment in SI Group's global innovation capabilities. Along with our five additional Innovation Centers worldwide, we are creating a strong and interconnected R&D network that enhances competitiveness and offers advanced solutions tailored to regional needs."

Event Highlights

The inauguration event featured a guided tour of the state-of-the-art facility, alongside a keynote address by Professor Elizabeth Barnes CBE, the Lord Lieutenant of Staffordshire, who represented His Majesty King Charles III. This gathering brought together media representatives and industry professionals to witness firsthand the future of SI Group's innovation strategy.

Expanding Global Presence

The new center in the UK adds to SI Group's existing global footprint, which includes Innovation Centers situated in:

• - Houston, Texas, USA
• - Rotterdam Junction, New York, USA
• - Morgantown, West Virginia, USA
• - Lote, India
• - Shanghai, China

This expansion reinforces SI Group’s commitment to enhancing its research capabilities and its resolve to innovate and drive change within the chemical industry. The company's innovation efforts are not only aimed at improving the quality of its products but also at achieving sustainable growth that aligns with environmental responsibilities.

About SI Group

SI Group stands as a global leader in high-performance additive technology, process solutions, pharmaceutical active ingredients, and chemical intermediates. Their innovative solutions significantly improve the quality and performance of numerous consumer and industrial goods, particularly in the plastics, rubber, adhesives, lubricants, and pharmaceutical sectors. With a presence in 80 countries, SI Group operates 19 production facilities across three continents and employs approximately 1,600 staff worldwide. Notably, in 2025, the company received a bronze award for corporate social responsibility from EcoVadis, ranking within the top 35% of over 150,000 global businesses.

To learn more about SI Group and its innovative offerings, visit www.siigroup.com.

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