Facility Opening · Sep 22, 2025

Henkel opens €60 million adhesives research complex in Shanghai

A new Adhesive Technologies facility expands customer application development in Asia-Pacific following investment of more than €60 million.

Henkel company media
Company media · Henkel
  • The 33,000-square-metre site is located in Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park.
  • More than 500 scientists and technical specialists work across product development, application technology and technical services.
  • Digital tools connect the site with Henkel's global research network, while a customer experience centre supports industry and academic collaboration.

Henkel supplies adhesives, thermal-management compounds, protective materials and additive-manufacturing resins used in robots and factory-automation equipment. Robotics is served through its Adhesive Technologies business and brands including LOCTITE.