ARLINGTON, Va. – October 29, 2026 -- The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) is closing the fourth quarter of 2026 with 10 new members: five specialty chemical manufacturers and five affiliate companies.

Delray Beach, Fla. – September 13, 2026 -- The global automotive adhesives market will expand from $9.27 billion in 2026 to $12.36 billion by 2031, a 5.91% compound annual growth rate, according to MarketsandMarkets. Growth is being driven by lightweighting mandates, electric vehicle production, and manufacturing automation that favor adhesive bonding over traditional mechanical fastening.