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MAS9 Brings Digital Transformation to U.S. Martial Arts Schools With AI-Powered SaaS Platform

SEOUL, South Korea , Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — South Korean startup MAS9 has made a rapid entry into the U.S. Taekwondo market, onboarding more than 100 schools within a month of launching its paid SaaS platform. The company’s solution is the first business-to-business-to-consumer (B2B2C) digital management system designed specifically for martial arts schools in the United States.

The platform replaces manual administrative tasks—such as tuition collection, overdue payment reminders, and attendance tracking—with a fully automated system. Parents and students also benefit from real-time access to class schedules, training progress, and instructor feedback via MAS9’s dedicated mobile app and website.

Building on this momentum, MAS9 will introduce a one-click e-commerce feature in January 2026, giving school owners a new revenue opportunity. Without carrying inventory, owners will be able to launch online shops and sell uniforms, equipment, and merchandise directly to students and parents through the platform. The U.S. Taekwondo merchandise market is estimated at around $400 million, and MAS9’s upcoming feature is designed to help school operators capture this demand more effectively..

“MAS9 provides both operational efficiency and financial upside for school owners, which explains the strong adoption we’ve seen in such a short time,” said Dongho Ryoo, CEO of MAS9 USA. He added that the company has been able to accelerate adoption by rapidly incorporating feedback from U.S. school operators, leveraging more than two decades of local market experience.

Looking forward, MAS9 plans to integrate artificial intelligence into its system, with features such as student retention analytics, personalized training content, and financial forecasting tools.

Sang-Youb Lee, CEO of MAS9 said the company’s long-term ambition is to build a global Taekwondo business platform. “With 700,000 schools, 1.5 million instructors, and 80 million practitioners worldwide, Taekwondo represents a massive opportunity. Our early success in the U.S. validates our strategy and lays the groundwork for international expansion.”

EmeTerm Wearable Device Under Clinical Study at Ohio State Wexner Medical Center Shows Promise for Chronic Nausea Patients

VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — WAT Medical Enterprise Ltd. is proud to announce that its innovative anti-nausea wristband, EmeTerm, has made significant progress in alleviating nausea and vomiting among patients suffering from chronic gastric disorders. A clinical study currently underway at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is evaluating the device’s impact on individuals with moderate to severe chronic nausea, a condition that affects millions worldwide.

A Growing Unmet Medical Need
Chronic nausea and vomiting remain challenging to treat. According to the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), up to 12% of the U.S. population may suffer from functional dyspepsia and related chronic gastric disorders, with nausea being one of the most debilitating symptoms (ACG Clinical Guideline, 2022). Standard antiemetic medications often carry side effects such as fatigue, dizziness, and constipation, limiting long-term use.

Globally, the antiemetic drug market was valued at USD 4.8 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% through 2030 (Grand View Research, 2023). The demand for safe, non-invasive, drug-free alternatives is steadily rising.


How EmeTerm Works
EmeTerm employs transcutaneous electrical acustimulation (TEAS) technology. The device delivers gentle electrical pulses to the median nerve on the wrist, modulating neural signals between the gut and the brain. This mechanism helps reduce nausea and prevent vomiting—without the side effects typically associated with pharmacological treatments.

Clinical evidence supports EmeTerm efficacy of reduce nausea and prevent vomiting. A multicenter randomized controlled trial demonstrated that EmeTerm significantly reduced the incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) in patients undergoing hysteroscopic surgery (Wang, 2022).

Unlike medications that must be taken regularly, EmeTerm can be worn on-demand, making it a practical tool for individuals managing unpredictable or chronic episodes of nausea. EmeTerm is already FDA-cleared as an over-the-counter device for nausea relief, including motion sickness and pregnancy-related nausea.

Promising Strides at Ohio State University

Ohio State University hopes to conduct research on using modern medical technologies to control chronic gastrointestinal diseases. Since 2023, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has been conducting a clinical study to evaluate the potential of EmeTerm as a supportive therapy for chronic gastrointestinal disorders. 

This trial marks a critical step in evaluating its potential as a therapeutic adjunct for chronic gastrointestinal conditions. Final study results are anticipated in the coming months. Recent results show that nearly 50% of patients with moderate to severe nausea experienced meaningful relief, while approximately 30% of participants suffering from vomiting also reported improvement.

The study, launched in 2023 and expected to conclude in 2026, is closely monitoring patients with conditions such as gastroparesis, chronic gastritis, and other gastrointestinal disorders. Researchers are tracking the device’s effectiveness across a wide spectrum of gastric diseases to confirm its benefits for a broad patient population.

References
1. American College of Gastroenterology. (2022). ACG clinical guideline: Gastroparesis, functional dyspepsia, and chronic nausea and vomiting disorders. The American Journal of Gastroenterology, 117(7), 1197–1220. https://doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000001835

2. Grand View Research. (2023). Antiemetic drugs market size, share & trends analysis report by drug type, by distribution channel, by region, and segment forecasts, 2023–2030. Retrieved from https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/antiemetic-drugs-market

3. Wang, N., et al. (2022). Wearable transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation bracelet for prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing hysteroscopic surgery: a randomised controlled trial. British Journal of Anaesthesia, 129(4), e85-e87.

4. www.watmedical.com 

5. www.emeterm.com 

BioCatch Receives Frost & Sullivan’s 2025 Global Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition for Excellence in Fraud Detection and Prevention

This recognition underscores BioCatch’s strategic focus on fraud detection and prevention for the BFSI industry leveraging behavioral biometrics and customer collaboration

SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that BioCatch, which prevents financial crime by recognizing patterns in human behavior, has earned the 2025 Global Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition in the BFSI fraud detection and prevention (FDP) industry for its outstanding achievements in strategy execution, innovation, and customer impact. This recognition highlights BioCatch’s consistent leadership in combating fraud, strengthening its market position, and delivering customer-centric innovation in an evolving threat landscape.

Frost & Sullivan’s evaluation focused on key areas of strategic effectiveness and execution. BioCatch demonstrates excellence by aligning its strategic initiatives with market demands, and by executing these strategies efficiently, consistently, and at scale—resulting in a distinct competitive advantage. “BioCatch’s behavioral biometric assets, targeted market approach, and customer collaboration are strategic advantages. Its deployment at more than 30 of the top 100 global banks shows the success of its strategy,” said Deepali Sathe, Senior Industry Analyst at Frost & Sullivan.

BioCatch’s long-term strategy is centered on fraud detection and prevention in the financial services sector. The company’s continuous investment in research and development, supported by customer feedback, has helped it address new security challenges and expand its presence in global markets.

Innovation is fundamental to BioCatch’s strategy, which is evident in the more than 90 patents it owns. The company’s fraud detection and prevention platform utilizes behavioral intelligence to effectively mitigate advanced forms of fraud such as social engineering scams, account takeover (ATO), mule accounts, and automated bot attacks.

“This recognition is a testament to our customers, who inspire us to continually push the boundaries of fraud prevention,” BioCatch Chief Strategy Officer Amelia Ahlgren said. “We are laser-focused on the financial services industry, where we deeply understand our customers’ challenges and partner with them to deliver innovation that makes banking safer every day. By aligning our strategy with their needs, we ensure our solutions drive measurable impact and lasting consumer trust.”

BioCatch demonstrates a strong dedication to customer success, which reinforces its leadership in the market. The company facilitates efficient implementation through a modular platform, offers flexible deployment solutions, and upholds exceptional service availability. Through direct engagement with leading global banks and a partner-led delivery model for the mid-market sector and direct engagement with leading global banks, BioCatch ensures scalable and effective value delivery across a broad range of market segments.

Frost & Sullivan commends BioCatch for setting a high standard in competitive strategy, execution, and market responsiveness. The company’s vision, innovation pipeline, and customer-first culture are shaping the future of fraud detection and prevention in the BFSI industry and driving tangible results at scale.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition to a company that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. The recognition highlights forward-thinking organizations that are reshaping their industries through innovation and growth excellence.

Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Recognition
Frost & Sullivan’s Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards.

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About BioCatch
BioCatch prevents financial crime by recognizing patterns in human behavior, continuously collecting more than 3,000 anonymized data points – keystroke and mouse activity, touch screen behavior, physical device attributes, and more – as people interact with their digital banking platforms. With these inputs, BioCatch’s machine-learning models reveal patterns in user behavior and provide device intelligence that, together, distinguish the criminal from the legitimate. The company’s Customer Innovation Board – an industry-led initiative in partnership with American Express, Barclays, Citi Ventures, HSBC, National Australia Bank, and others – collaborates to pioneer innovative ways of leveraging customer relationships for improved fraud detection. Today, more than 30 of the world’s largest 100 banks and 287 total financial institutions deploy BioCatch solutions, analyzing 16 billion user sessions per month and protecting more than 532 million people on more than 1.6 billion devices around the world from fraud and financial crime.

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Mac King E: Mac.King@BioCatch.com

 

The Pinkfong Company Partners with Mattel to Distribute Legacy Pingu Content to New Audiences in Korea

–  A powerhouse partnership in family entertainment to reintroduce a timeless stop-motion classic to new audiences in Korea

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SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Pinkfong Company, the global entertainment company behind Baby Shark, announced an exclusive distribution partnership with Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, to reintroduce the beloved stop-motion classic Pingu to audiences in Korea. The Pinkfong Company will exclusively distribute Pingu episodes from the 90s and 2000s in the domestic market, including the Pingu Classic Series, the Pingu at the Wedding Party special, and Pingu in the City. The episodes will premiere on September 19, with new episodes released weekly on leading pay-TV and digital platforms.

The Pinkfong Company Partners with Mattel to Distribute Legacy Pingu Content to New Audiences in Korea
The Pinkfong Company Partners with Mattel to Distribute Legacy Pingu Content to New Audiences in Korea

With original family IPs such as Baby Shark and Bebefinn, The Pinkfong Company has built a diverse portfolio that resonates with audiences of all ages. Mattel, renowned for iconic global brands including Barbie and Hot Wheels, continues to expand its storytelling across content and media. Through this partnership, the two companies are creating meaningful synergies — combining Mattel’s IP with The Pinkfong Company’s growing role as a trusted local partner in distributing internationally renowned properties.

Since its debut in the 1980s, Pingu has won the hearts of audiences in more than 150 countries with its whimsical stop-motion charm and universal humor. Featuring the mischievous young penguin and his signature “Noot Noot!,” the series blends family themes with timeless comedy, cementing its status as a beloved pop culture icon across generations.

Pingu is one of the most iconic stop-motion properties of all time, and we are thrilled to bring this timeless classic back to Korean audiences through our partnership with Mattel,” said Gemma Joo, Chief Business Officer at The Pinkfong Company. “This marks an exciting new chapter in sharing Pingu‘s universal charm and playful spirit, reinforcing our dedication to family entertainment that transcends generations.”

“Mattel is excited to partner with The Pinkfong Company to reintroduce Pingu’s adventures to a new generation of fans in Korea,” said Alex Godfrey, Vice President, Global Content Distribution at Mattel. “We are committed to sharing our iconic brands with audiences worldwide and look forward to building upon Pingu’s impact and enduring global appeal.”

This partnership reflects The Pinkfong Company’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality family entertainment through its original IPs and key collaborations with leading global brands like Mattel. It also underscores the company’s mission to bring joyful content that connects audiences across generations and regions.

About The Pinkfong Company

The Pinkfong Company is a global entertainment company that delivers content and entertaining experiences around the world. Driven by award-winning brands and IPs, the company has created and distributed a range of content across genres and formats including original animated series, world live tours, interactive games, and more. Believing in the power of entertaining and engaging content, The Pinkfong Company is committed to connecting people around the world and bringing joy and inspiration to worldwide audiences of all ages. For more information, please visit the website or follow the company on LinkedIn.

About Mattel

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, Polly Pocket®, and Barney®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com

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The Pinkfong Company
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Arkieva announces Anand Iyer as CEO

Supply chain planning veteran brings technical expertise, experience scaling go-to-market functions to lead company through next phase of growth

WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Arkieva, a provider of industry-leading supply chain planning solutions, announces Anand Iyer as its new CEO. Iyer brings 30 years of experience to Arkieva, with a proven track record of leading organizations through transformational periods. His supply chain and technology background includes leadership roles at i2 Technologies, now Blue Yonder, and Serus Corporation, now e2Open.

“Arkieva has a strong foundation, and I’m confident that Anand is the right leader to take the company forward,” says Harpal Singh, Founder, Arkieva. “Throughout his career, he’s earned praise as an inspiring leader, with a record of helping clients with innovative strategies. As global supply chains continue to evolve, his expertise and vision are the right fit to drive this next phase of growth for Arkieva.”

Iyer joins Arkieva at a pivotal stage of the company’s history, following Banneker Partners’ strategic investment in the company earlier this year. The partnership aims to equip Arkieva for a new phase of growth, enabling the company to sustain its leading position and address evolving market demand.

“Arkieva has built a strong reputation for delivering measurable results for clients facing complex supply chain challenges,” says Iyer. “In this next phase, I look forward to expanding on that track record as our customers strive to build agile and resilient supply chains amid shifting trade rules and increasing global pressures.”

Arkieva was recently positioned as a Challenger in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning Solutions. The company’s modern SaaS suite, which offers unrivaled digital twin and autonomous control tower capabilities, is trusted by global manufacturers and distributors to manage over $110 billion in revenue planning.

“As Anand worked with the leadership team to develop the best path ahead for Arkieva, it became clear that he is not only a trusted advisor, but the right person to guide Arkieva into its next phase of growth as CEO,” says Chirag Shah, Operating Partner at Banneker Partners. “Anand’s deep expertise in supply chain strategy, planning and execution, combined with his experience driving operational excellence, make him the right leader to strengthen Arkieva’s position as a trusted partner.”

Iyer holds a doctorate in Systems and Industrial Engineering from the University of Arizona. Outside of the supply chain industry, he has served in upper management positions at Quantum Spatial, a geospatial analytics firm, and Riverside Insights, a specialist in research-backed educational and clinical assessments.

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About Arkieva
For more than 30 years, Arkieva has helped global enterprises drive business transformation through improved supply chain processes. The company’s demand, inventory, supply and integrated business planning solutions increase growth and profits, and provide the agility and efficiency needed to respond to an ever-changing supply chain environment. Our approach combines strategic consultation, powerful software technologies and iterative implementation to deliver scalable solutions tailored to the complexities of each customer’s operations. Arkieva’s culture of innovation keeps customers like Linde, Messer and INEOS at the forefront of supply chain planning.

Arkieva is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware USA with offices in Antwerp, Belgium and Mangalore, India. For more information, visit www.arkieva.com.

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Locksley Resources Announces Significant Expansion of its Exploration Program for both Rare Earths and Antimony After Increasing its Landholding to More than 40 Square Kilometers in California’s Mojave Region

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Locksley Resources Ltd. (ASX: LKY; OTCQB: LKYRF) announced it will significantly expand its exploration program at its significantly increased landholding in the Mojave Desert. Earlier this month the company announced the addition of 249 additional claims at the site, which abuts areas currently controlled by MP Materials, the only Rare Earths producing mine in North America. These new claims bring the company’s total landholding to 491 claims encompassing more than 40 sq km of highly prospective critical minerals. Additional details can be found here: https://cdn-api.markitdigital.com/apiman-gateway/ASX/asx-research/1.0/file/2924-02993242-6A1283793&v=c2533a54e2514fb77a8f93f84db686e1125273e9

“The substantial expansion of our landholding within the Mojave Critical Minerals Corner marks a pivotal step in Locksley’s growth,” said Pat Burke, Chairman of Locksley Resources. He reported that last week brokers and analysts visited the site, affording Locksley an excellent opportunity to highlight both the scale of the tenure, as well as the strategic importance of its position in this area.

“With the U.S. Government increasingly focused on securing domestic supply chains for critical minerals, Locksley is well positioned to deliver a mine-to-market solution for antimony and rare earths,” Burke said.

The expanded program will be focused on exploration of both the existing antimony and rare earths elements prospects as well as targeting additional commodities that have been identified on Locksley’s larger land holding. A substantial historical shaft has been discovered during a surface geological and structural mapping campaign recently undertaken by Locksley at Mojave. The shaft depth and the extent of the underground workings are being further evaluated and is estimated at more than 15m. Locksley is determining the composition of the commodities that were historically mined.

Locksley Resources (https://www.locksleyresources.com.au) is an Australian-based explorer focused on critical minerals and base metals, with assets in both the U.S. and Australia. The company is actively advancing its U.S. asset, the Mojave Project, in California, targeting rare earth elements (REEs) and antimony. The company has also announced a strategic collaboration with Rice University to develop DeepSolv™, for domestic processing of North American antimony. The agreement is the first step in the initiation of Locksley’s U.S. Critical Minerals and Energy Resilience Strategy to accelerate “mine-to-market” deployment of antimony in the U.S.

Contact: Beverly Jedynak, Beverly.jedynak@viriathus.com, 312-943-1123; 773-350-5793 (cell)

Kolmar Korea Advances ‘Clean Beauty’ with Breakthroughs from Eco-Friendly Packaging to R&D

  • Sweeps global awards with eco-friendly packaging innovations, including paper tube, paper stick, and paper pack
  • Ranked No. 125 on TIME‘s “World’s Best Companies for Sustainable Growth 2025,” the only K-Beauty company on the list

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kolmar Korea, a global cosmetics ODM company, is strengthening its commitment to “clean beauty.” From eco-friendly packaging to raw material and formulation development, as well as sustainable production processes, the company is enhancing its ESG management to secure differentiated competitiveness in the global market.

Kolmar Korea’s eco-friendly packaging innovations—paper tube (left), paper stick, and one-hand pump paper pack
Kolmar Korea’s eco-friendly packaging innovations—paper tube (left), paper stick, and one-hand pump paper pack

The company’s eco-friendly packaging has garnered the most attention. In 2020, Kolmar Korea introduced the paper tube, the industry’s first eco-friendly container to successfully achieve commercialization. It reduced plastic usage by 80%, is designed for easy separation of paper and plastic, and is durable enough to withstand over 50 kg of weight. In 2023, it developed the paper stick with mineral paper, cutting plastic use by 86%. Designed to peel away layers of paper, the stick allows consumers to use the entire product without waste, balancing sustainability with practicality. This April, the company unveiled the one-hand pump paper pack, a milk-carton-inspired design that integrates a pump function. Made from 100% recyclable materials, it provides both user convenience and the eco-friendly attributes global consumers demand.

These innovations have earned international recognition. The paper tube and paper stick achieved a “grand slam” in design by winning the world’s top three design awards—IDEA, iF Design Award, and Red Dot Design Award. The one-hand pump paper pack also won a Red Dot Design Award this year, further validating the global competitiveness of Kolmar Korea’s eco-friendly packaging.

Beyond packaging, Kolmar Korea is strengthening clean beauty in raw materials and formulations. In 2022, the company developed an eco-friendly extraction method using sunflower, lingonberry, and starflower that reduced carbon emissions by 83% while boosting active ingredient efficacy by 870%. Applied in its 2023 clean beauty sunscreen, this innovation earned Korea’s Ministry of Environment “Green Technology Product” certification. That same year, Kolmar Korea replaced microplastics in color cosmetics with natural silica, a mineral known for pore care and sebum control, improving texture and stability while advancing both functionality and sustainability.

Kolmar Korea is also driving low-carbon and eco-friendly manufacturing. The company joined the K-RE100 initiative in 2022, pledging 100% renewable energy use by 2050. At its key Sejong plant, expanded solar facilities in 2023 cut approximately 143 tons of CO₂ emissions. The company also operates a dedicated division targeting “zero landfill waste,” reducing landfill rates and boosting recycling through systematic sustainability management.

These wide-ranging efforts have gained global recognition. In 2024, TIME magazine ranked Kolmar Korea No. 125 on its “World’s Best Companies for Sustainable Growth 2025” list, the only K-Beauty company included, affirming its leadership in eco-friendly practices in the global market.

A Kolmar Korea spokesperson said, “Developing eco-friendly technologies is not a short-term achievement but a core business strategy to enhance the sustainability of the entire industry. We will continue to demonstrate leadership as a company driving sustainable growth in the global beauty sector.”

About Kolmar Korea
Kolmar Korea is a global cosmetics ODM headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The company is recognized for innovation in formulation, packaging, and sustainable manufacturing, partnering with leading beauty brands worldwide. Through ESG-driven management and continuous R&D, Kolmar Korea advances clean beauty and eco-friendly solutions to shape a more sustainable future for the global beauty industry.

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Kolmar Holdings
Jang-Woo Lee
jay.lee@kolmar.co.kr

SI GROUP TO SHOWCASE SUSTAINABLE ADDITIVE INNOVATIONS AT K 2025

Industry Leader Presents Advanced Solutions for Plastics and Rubber

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SI Group, a leading global developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates, will showcase its portfolio of innovative additive technologies at the K 2025 exhibition in Düsseldorf, Germany, October 8-15, 2025. Meet SI Group during K 2025 at Hall 6, Booth B08.

Daily technical presentations will be hosted at the SI Group booth, highlighting the company’s latest solutions that enhance performance and sustainability across a variety of plastics applications. Technical experts will present their latest solutions in recycled polypropylene, PFAS-free additives, and Arvin-free technologies designed for automotive, packaging, and consumer applications. K 2025 visitors can register to attend the technical talks at Eventbrite.

Featured products at SI Group’s booth will highlight the company’s commitment to driving forward-thinking solutions that support sustainable practices within the plastic and rubber industries. Products include:

  • WESTON 705 – A next-generation, nonylphenol-free liquid phosphite antioxidant for plastics and elastomers. Approved for food contact in more than 50 countries, it is a best-in-class stabilizer for polyethylene blown films. 
  • LOWINOX 1790 – High-performance hindered phenolic antioxidant designed to be more effective at preventing spandex oxidation and degradation than commonly used HN-150/LOWINOX GP45 blend. With an enhanced safety and environmental profile, LOWINOX 1790 does not generate NDMA or any known carcinogens.
  • LOWINOX™ TBM6 – Hindered thiophenol antioxidant that is highly pure and clean, specifically designed for high voltage cable insulation.
  • NAUGARD BIO-XL – An accelerator with over 95% biocarbon-based content for sulfur curing of natural and synthetic rubbers. NAUGARD BIO-XL does not release harmful nitrosamines as listed in TRGS552.
  • NAUGATAC 1068-ULM – SI Group’s latest tackifier offers a reduced SVHC-content option, enhances tack retention in a wide range of elastomers, including tire compounds, treads, hoses, belts, and other rubber articles, and delivers performance equal to or better than conventional tackifiers.

These products will be showcased through an interactive booth display designed to demonstrate their technical benefits and applications.

“Sustainability and performance are at the center of everything we do,” said Robert Kaiser, VP Polymer Solutions and Managing Director at SI Group. “Our presence at K 2025 underscores our commitment to advancing circular and responsible solutions. We remain focused on meeting regulatory requirements while ensuring our additive platforms, like EVERCYCLE™ and NAUGARD BIO-XL, continue to deliver the reliable, high-performance results our customers expect.”

To explore SI Group’s full portfolio of performance additives and solutions for the plastics and rubber industries, visit www.siigroup.com.

About SI Group
SI Group is a global leader in the innovative technology of performance additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemical intermediates. SI Group solutions are essential to enhancing the quality and performance of countless industrial and consumer goods within plastics, rubber & adhesives, fuels & lubricants, oilfield, and pharmaceutical industries. SI Group’s global manufacturing footprint includes 19 facilities on three continents, serving customers in 80 countries with approximately 1,600 employees worldwide. In 2025, SI Group received a bronze award for corporate social responsibility by EcoVadis and is ranked among the top 35 percent of the more than 150,000 companies worldwide. SI Group innovates and drives change to create value with a passion for safety, chemistry, sustainability, and extraordinary results. Learn more at www.siigroup.com

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