Henkel Adhesive Technologies Shanghai Innovation and Interaction Center Opens in China

On September 22, 2025, Henkel announced the official opening of its new Adhesive Technology Innovation Experience Center in Shanghai. With a total investment of approximately 500 million RMB, the center aims to accelerate the development of impactful sustainable solutions and promote deep collaboration with customers, thereby driving Henkel's long-term growth in the Asia-Pacific region.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies Shanghai Innovation and Interaction Center officially opens.

The new center is located in the Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, covering an area of 33,000 square meters. It brings together over 500 scientists and technical experts from fields such as product development, application technology, and technical services, providing leading adhesive, sealant, and functional coating solutions to customers from a wide range of industries.

"The newly launched Shanghai Innovation Experience Center seizes regional trends and insights into market demands, further strengthening Henkel's commitment to driving innovation in the Asia-Pacific region," said Mark Dorn, Executive Vice President of Henkel Adhesive Technologies. "This center continues the global innovation center concept that we introduced in 2022 at our headquarters in Düsseldorf, Germany, aiming to transform technical expertise into impactful sustainable innovations. The Shanghai Innovation Experience Center fully showcases our product portfolio to customers and promotes close collaboration both internally and externally, thereby accelerating innovation and laying a solid foundation for Henkel's future growth in the Asia-Pacific region."

Leveraging a technology platform-based architecture, the Shanghai Innovation Experience Center will promote cross-industry collaboration and knowledge exchange. Utilizing advanced digital tools, Henkel experts can connect with a broader global innovation network, driving agile and efficient workflows as well as data-driven decision-making. Additionally, the facility includes a state-of-the-art customer experience center, providing immersive interactive experiences for partners from various industries and academia, inspiring creativity and exploring growth opportunities.

The Henkel Adhesive Technology Innovation Experience Center is located in the Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park in Shanghai, covering an area of 33,000 square meters and bringing together over 500 Henkel scientists and technology experts.

"The new center creates a work environment that stimulates creativity and fosters the cultivation of an innovation culture," said Nigel Fay, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of Henkel Adhesive Technologies. "Here, we transform local insights into replicable solutions through collaboration and co-creation, creating tangible value for our customers and contributing to our global research network."

The Asia-Pacific region is one of the most dynamic and diverse areas in the world, playing an important role in Henkel's innovation and growth strategy. China, as one of the key markets in the Asia-Pacific region, is at the forefront of emerging trends, rapidly evolving customer demands, and sustainable development. The new center will help Henkel deepen its understanding of industry transformations, respond to the unique needs of the local market, and create greater value for Asia-Pacific customers.

"The Asia-Pacific market has immense potential, and China is a crucial engine for driving innovation and growth," said Carmen Chua, President of Henkel Asia-Pacific. "The Shanghai Innovation Experience Center allows us to get closer to our customers and meet their needs more quickly and efficiently. The opening of the new center also marks another important milestone in Henkel's continued investment in China, further enhancing local innovation and achieving win-win outcomes with our partners."

The Shanghai Innovation Experience Center fully showcases Henkel's extensive range of adhesive, sealant, and functional coating solutions.

About Henkel

Henkel, with its brands, innovation, and technology, holds a leading market position in the global industrial and consumer goods sectors. The Adhesive Technologies division of Henkel is a leader in the global markets for adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. Henkel's consumer brands hold leading positions in various markets and categories, particularly in the fields of detergents, home care, and hair care. Loctite, Persil, and Schwarzkopf are the company's three core brands. In the fiscal year 2024, Henkel achieved sales of over 21.6 billion euros, with an adjusted operating profit of approximately 3.1 billion euros. Henkel's preferred shares are listed on the German DAX index. Sustainability has a long tradition at Henkel, and the company has established a clear sustainability strategy and specific goals. Founded in 1876, Henkel now has approximately 47,000 employees worldwide, united under a strong corporate culture, shared values, and the corporate purpose "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations," forming a diverse team.