New Year's address by Ulrich Cramer
Dear partners,
At the start of 2026, our main objective is straightforward: to help you turn ideas into real results, all with a focus on creating value. We provide expertise in applications, regulatory guidance, sustainable solutions, and data-driven insights to enhance your competitiveness. “Knowledge in action” isn't just a slogan—it's our commitment to you.
I’m happy to share out latest news on new and expanded partnerships, product innovation, updates from our Life Sciences lab and many more.
Nordmann's Managing Director: Ulrich Cramer
Starting January 1, 2026, Nordmann will be Gelest's main distributor in the EMEA region, offering acrylates, silanes, silicones, and metalorganics for CASE, Electronics, and Life Sciences. Our partnership with AAK is expanding to distribute plant-based oils and fats to more European food markets. We are also broadening collaboration with Olin, increasing access to epoxy resins, hardeners, and LITESTONE® products in the UK and Ireland. If you’re looking to accelerate projects or evaluate alternatives, our teams are ready to support.
Regulations will continue to influence decisions such as the EU’s Deforestation Regulation. We examine the new REACH regulation on microplastics and its impact on companies in a recent interview, for example. Our HSEQ & Sustainability team is committed to offering practical advice and tools to help you comply without slowing down. Look out for straightforward updates and resources you can use.
Finally, we hope to meet you in person at selected spring events. Watch for invitations later in January and, as always, tell us what topics would help you most. Knowledge in action is a team sport.
Let’s make 2026 a year of practical progress together. I look forward to our continued partnership and wish you a successful start to the year.
Ulrich Cramer
Managing Director, Nordmann
