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LANXESS and HINCOL Partner to Enhance Asphalt Technology in India<\/strong><\/p>\n LANXESS, a well-known specialty chemicals company, has recently joined forces with Hindustan Colas Private Limited (HINCOL) by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration aims to explore innovative bitumen and asphalt modification technologies, which are critical for improving India\u2019s infrastructure.<\/p>\n The agreement outlines plans for both companies to work together on technical evaluations, commercial trials, and market development projects. The goal is to enhance the quality of roads, boost efficiency in production, and promote sustainable construction practices throughout the country.<\/p>\n As part of the partnership, the companies will assess LANXESS\u2019 Addipave\u00ae CR 36, a cutting-edge cross-linking technology for Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB). This evaluation will involve laboratory tests and large-scale trials to see how this technology can improve production efficiency, product consistency, and overall quality in modified bitumen formulations.<\/p>\n In this collaboration, LANXESS will bring its expertise, technology, and trial support, while HINCOL will provide the necessary testing facilities and practical evaluations that are specific to India’s conditions. The primary aim is to determine how well this technology meets local needs and to find ways to implement it more widely in road construction.<\/p>\n The MoU also includes the promotion of Addipave\u00ae WM 23, which is LANXESS’s technology for Warm Mix Asphalt. Through joint trials, both companies will evaluate how to lower production and paving temperatures for asphalt while still ensuring that road performance standards are met. The advantages of this approach may include reduced energy use, lower emissions, and improved working conditions, contributing to environmental sustainability throughout the paving process.<\/p>\n With India’s transportation infrastructure rapidly expanding, there is a pressing need for road construction solutions that are durable, efficient, and environmentally responsible. By combining LANXESS\u2019s specialty additives knowledge with HINCOL\u2019s experience in bitumen and road construction, this partnership seeks to support the adoption of advanced paving technologies that cater to India\u2019s infrastructure requirements.<\/p>\n Vince Patram, the Global Head of Marketing for LANXESS’s Lubricant Additives Business Unit, expressed optimism about the partnership, noting that it will help LANXESS grow its presence in India’s asphalt market by developing solutions that meet local needs. Neelanjan Banerjee, another executive at LANXESS, emphasized the increasing demand for technologies that enhance road performance while aligning with sustainability goals. He believes this collaboration will showcase the effectiveness of Addipave\u00ae technologies in improving quality and efficiency.<\/p>\n Debashis Chakraverty, CEO of HINCOL, stated that this partnership brings together complementary skills to evaluate technologies that can enhance pavement performance and sustainability. He noted the long-term value this collaboration can bring to India\u2019s road construction sector.<\/p>\n Overall, this partnership is a significant move towards creating and promoting advanced asphalt solutions that adhere to the changing technical and environmental standards of India\u2019s infrastructure. LANXESS is recognized as a leader in the specialty chemicals field, having achieved impressive sales figures and maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability across its global operations. HINCOL, on the other hand, stands out as a premier provider of bitumen and road construction solutions, dedicated to supporting the development of high-quality road networks throughout India.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" LANXESS and HINCOL Partner to Enhance Asphalt Technology in India LANXESS, a well-known specialty chemicals company, has recently joined forces with Hindustan Colas Private Limited (HINCOL) by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration aims to explore innovative bitumen and asphalt modification technologies, which are critical for improving India\u2019s infrastructure. 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