POLYVANTIS Launches Shanghai Technology Center, Expands Innovation Network

Key highlights
  • The Shanghai Technology Center opened on July 14 after nearly three years of planning.
  • The center focuses on optical and electrical films for markets like electronics and transportation.
  • It complements existing centers in Germany, the Netherlands, and the United States.

Opening of Shanghai Technology Center

POLYVANTIS has opened its new Technology Center in Shanghai, China, on July 14, following nearly three years of planning. This facility is part of the company's strategy to enhance its global product development capabilities.

Focus on Optical and Electrical Films

The Shanghai center will serve as a Center of Excellence for optical and electrical films, targeting fast-growing markets such as electronics, displays, and transportation. It aims to deliver integrated solutions to address emerging challenges and accelerate innovation.

Global Innovation Network

This new facility complements POLYVANTIS' existing technical centers in Germany, the Netherlands, and the United States. Together, these centers form a global innovation network focused on advancing the performance and sustainability of semi-finished materials.

Collaboration and Customer Support

The center enhances POLYVANTIS' ability to collaborate with customers in Asia and beyond, developing new applications and advancing sustainable innovations across its portfolio of trusted brands.

Source: POLYVANTIS

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