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The new collaboration will provide customers with solutions to tackle performance and preservation challenges in industrial sectors.
March 6, 2024
By: DAVID SAVASTANO
Editor, Ink World Magazine
Univar Solutions Brasil Ltda., a subsidiary of Univar Solutions LLC, announced a new distribution agreement with Arxada for a full range of biocides, preservatives, and performance additives. These additives are used for industrial applications, including paints, coatings, and lubricants. “Consumers today are more mindful about the products they are using and the global footprint they are creating. At the same time, we are committed to supporting manufacturers who are reformulating chemistries and launching innovative products that prioritize sustainability while remaining high performing,” said Matthew Oliver, global VP of performance materials for Univar Solutions. “Working with specialty ingredient suppliers like Arxada, we can offer customers the latest guidance, bio-based materials, and solutions such as corrosion inhibitors, antimicrobials, lubricants, and other specialty additives to provide efficacy in coating systems and material protection,” added Oliver. “We are delighted to announce our partnership with Arxada in industrial paints and coatings markets and the lubricants space, focusing jointly on sustainability without sacrificing performance for our customers,” said Jorge Buckup, president of Latin America for Univar Solutions. “We are confident that together we can unlock new growth avenues with innovative and environmentally friendly solutions that meet the increasing demand for green products in the region.” As consumer mindsets shift toward sustainability, performance remains the leading demand. Using next-generation antimicrobial ingredients offered by Univar Solutions, customers can deliver on key consumer trends while meeting the latest regulations. Working with supplier partners like Arxada, Univar Solutions goes beyond traditional distribution, bringing ingredients to life through innovative concepts and technical expertise that lead to new and improved formulations. Supported by technical innovation at its Solution Centers, a global distribution footprint, and supply chain expertise, Univar Solutions delivers a comprehensive customer experience. “As a global science-based specialty chemicals company, with our partners, Arxada provides innovative chemistry and solutions to solve the world’s toughest preservation challenges by enhancing sustainability with cleaner, greener solutions in antimicrobial control and performance additives,” said Mauro Guerra, business director of industrial microbial control – South America for Arxada. ” We are very happy to have Univar Solutions as our distributor for Brazil. Our partnership is a result of our shared vision and mutual commitment to our customers.”
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