Lubrizol expands Singapore R&D hub to serve Southeast Asian market

Lubrizol, a specialty chemicals company owned by Berkshire Hathaway, has announced the expansion of its Southeast Asia Innovation Center located in Jurong, Singapore. The enhancement aims to accelerate product formulation and innovation to meet rising demand across the Southeast Asian market.

The expanded facility will provide advanced capabilities in synthesis, analytical and physical sciences, and formulation development. Specific research areas include hyperdispersants, consumer-care products, and bio-based polymers. These technical advancements are intended to support various sectors, including energy storage, electronics, coatings, packaging, life sciences, and healthcare.

Supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), the center serves as a regional platform for customer collaboration and technical training. Additionally, Lubrizol is launching Learning Labs Singapore, a local initiative under its global STEM education program designed to provide hands-on learning and mentoring for future scientists and engineers.