CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., July 11,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Quaker Houghton ("the
Company"; NYSE: KWR), a global leader in industrial process fluids,
today celebrated breaking ground on its new state-of-the-art
manufacturing facility in Zhangjiagang, China. The new
facility will expand the Company's production capabilities to
support the growth of its customers and the Company in the
Asia-Pacific region. The
Zhangjiagang, China facility,
which combines industry-leading technology with Quaker Houghton's
long history of manufacturing excellence and safety, is expected to
be operational by the second quarter of 2026.
"We are thrilled to break ground on our new manufacturing
facility in Zhangjiagang, China
and we really appreciate the support and partnership with the
Zhangjiagang Municipal Government," said Jeff Fleck, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Quaker
Houghton. "This facility will be a critical part of our
global supply chain, reinforcing our position as a market leader in
industrial process fluids."
Joseph Berquist, Chief Commercial
Officer at Quaker Houghton, adds: "We have built a strong presence
in China and across Asia Pacific in support of key industrial
sectors such as steel, aluminum, automotive, beverage can, mining,
and wind power. This strategic investment further underscores
our commitment to meet the growing demands of our customers in
China and throughout the
Asia-Pacific region. We are
excited about the positive contributions we are making to support
the strong economic growth and development in the region."
About Quaker Houghton
Quaker Houghton is the global
leader in industrial process fluids. With a presence around the
world, including operations in over 25 countries, our customers
include thousands of the world's most advanced and specialized
steel, aluminum, automotive, aerospace, offshore, container,
mining, and metalworking companies. Our high-performing, innovative
and sustainable solutions are backed by best-in-class technology,
deep process knowledge and customized services. With approximately
4,400 employees, including chemists, engineers and industry
experts, we partner with our customers to improve their operations
so they can run even more efficiently, even more effectively,
whatever comes next. Quaker Houghton is headquartered in
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania,
located near Philadelphia in
the United States. Visit
quakerhoughton.com to learn more.
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