Niskayuna, New York – September 10, 2025 – Momentive Performance Materials (Momentive), a global high-performance silicones and specialty solutions company, will present its latest polyurethane innovations at UTECH MIDDLE EAST 2025. The company will spotlight the expanded GeoCell™ product family and Niax™ low-emission, low-odor additives, designed to enhance sustainability and performance across applications, from building and construction to consumer appliances and bedding and furniture foams.
Dr. Marcel Hartmann, Momentive’s Global Project Leader and Senior Technical Account Manager, will present “Future Transformation of PU Slabstock Foam Production”, exploring sustainability, foam recovery optimization, and regulatory adaptation.
“UTECH MIDDLE EAST is an important platform to connect with customers and share practical solutions for today’s challenges,” said Sabrina Lehmann, Global Segment Leader PU Rigid, Molded & Specialties. “We’re excited to show how Momentive’s latest technologies combine performance and sustainability, helping foamers reduce emissions, improve durability, and unlock new opportunities.”
Momentive’s GeoCell™ portfolio includes solutions for “mattress-in-a-box” foams, which deliver rapid recovery after compression and long-lasting comfort. The range also supports formulations with recycled polyols, advancing circularity without sacrificing performance.
Momentive also introduced high-purity silicones for rigid polyurethane foam that can improve thermal insulation and surface quality in insulation boards, metal panels, and appliances. In addition, the company’s new sustainable trimerization catalysts further strengthen energy efficiency and environmental performance.
“Our surfactants for rigid polyurethane foam enable the next generation of energy-efficient solutions by enhancing insulation performance, they improve efficiency and durability while reducing environmental impact.” Lehmann said.
Global Innovation Matched With Regional Commitment
To better serve customers across the Middle East and Africa, Momentive continues to expand its regional network. Recent capacity increases at its plants in Chennai, India, and Termoli, Italy, reinforce supply reliability. Trained local partners complement regional proximity to provide formulation support, testing, and customer service, ensuring rapid response and tailored expertise.
“By combining regional presence with world-class technology and a robust distribution network, we deliver advanced polyurethane solutions that foster value, reliability, and growth opportunities for our customers in the Middle East and Africa,” said Thuan Nguyen, Global Segment Leader, PU Slab.
Meet Us at UTECH
Visit Momentive at booth #U212 to discover the latest GeoCell™ and Niax™ innovations. For more information, please visit www.momentive.com.
About Momentive
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicone and specialty products. We deliver technologies, solutions, and processes designed to propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on everyday life from dawn to dusk, and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive aims to create a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicone solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive Performance Materials Inc., an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of KCC Corporation, is one of the world’s largest producers of silicones and silicone derivatives. Additional information about Momentive and its products is available at momentive.com.
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