May 26, 2025
Accelerating the industrial application of cutting-edge innovation
Henkel opens Adhesive Technologies Application Engineering Center in Shanghai

Shanghai, China – Henkel has opened a new Adhesive Technologies Application Engineering Center in Shanghai. Focusing on future-oriented technologies across key industries, the center is designed to accelerate the transformation of innovations into industrial applications through the testing of localized applications and process scale-up. The facility is expected to further enhance Henkel’s ability to serve both the Chinese and Asia-Pacific markets.

Anna An, President of Henkel Greater China, stated: “The launch of the Adhesive Technologies Application Engineering Center in Shanghai is a strong demonstration of Henkel’s commitment to innovation-driven development. Looking ahead, we will continue to deepen our footprint in China, strengthen our technology platforms, and speed up the industrial application of innovation to better support long-term development in both China and the surrounding region.”

Located in the Shanghai International Chemical New Materials Innovation Center, the facility covers an area of approximately 3,200 square meters. It is equipped with advanced testing equipment and simulation laboratories that enable comprehensive performance testing and validation under customer and end-use scenarios. Additionally, the center supports the development of scalable manufacturing processes customized for Henkel’s production sites, facilitating the efficient transition of laboratory innovations into industrial applications.

The new center will work closely with the Inspiration Center in Shanghai, scheduled to open later this year, forming an integrated pathway from R&D to industrial upgrade and strengthening the systematic support capabilities of Henkel’s local technology platform. With these high-impact, sustainable solutions, Henkel is supporting the cultivation of China’s new quality productive forces in sectors such as new energy vehicles, rail transit and aviation, metal surface treatments, and metal packaging.

About Henkel
With its brands, innovations and technologies, Henkel holds leading market positions worldwide in the industrial and consumer businesses. The business unit Adhesive Technologies is the global leader in the market for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. With Consumer Brands, the company holds leading positions especially in laundry & home care and hair in many markets and categories around the world. The company's three strongest brands are Loctite, Persil and Schwarzkopf. In fiscal 2024, Henkel reported sales of more than 21.6 billion euros and adjusted operating profit of around 3.1 billion euros. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX. Sustainability has a long tradition at Henkel, and the company has a clear sustainability strategy with specific targets. Henkel was founded in 1876 and today employs a diverse team of about 47,000 people worldwide – united by a strong corporate culture, shared values and a common purpose: "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations.” More information at www.henkel.com 

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