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With our global footprint, you can expect to see us at many events worldwide.

Check back often to see our updated events calendar for early 2025.

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Share the Warmth Coat Drive

Bakelite’s Atlanta and Decatur sites have kicked off their “Share the Warmth” Coat Drive.

Bakelite Site Leadership Meeting

Bakelite Site Leaders from across the globe met in North Carolina for an immersive, four-day workshop

Lantarón Site Supports Flood Recovery Efforts

Bakelite’s Lantarón site recently helped to support recovery efforts following devastating flash flooding in Valencia, Spain.  

Acme Holds Winter Gear Donation

As the weather gets colder in the Northern Hemisphere, Bakelite’s Acme site is giving back to the local community.  Associates at the site are collecting and donating winter gear to families in need in western North Carolina.

Conway Site Helps NC Community

Our Bakelite Conway team donated supplies to the Conway Volunteer Fire Department to help those in need after Hurricane Helene.

Bakelite Women’s Network Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary

The Bakelite Women's Network celebrated its one-year anniversary on October 31 with a global virtual event. 

European Supply Team Gathers in London

The European Supply Chain Team recently gathered in London for its first in-person meeting since uniting under OneBakelite. 

Bakelite Synthetics to Highlight Counterparty Risk Management at AFP Conference

ICD, an independent provider of institutional investment technology, will join treasury leaders from Indivior, a global pharmaceutical company, and Bakelite Synthetics , a global leader in chemical manufacturing

Iserlohn Team Participates in “Karriere im MK”, Highlights STEM Education

Bakelite is committed to learning and development within our communities, including through building connections among students who are exploring careers in STEM

My Bakelite Story: Seth Evans Shares Scientific Expertise

At Bakelite, we’re proud of the diverse experiences, talents and backgrounds of our global associates. We each have our own Bakelite story, and in this series – My Bakelite Story – we highlight associates in different locations, departments and career stages,

Innovation and Collaboration Featured in PDX Airport

The Mass Plywood Panels, or Mass Ply, are a sustainable, veneer-based form of cross-laminated timber that can be used in place of steel and concrete; the panels are constructed of density graded wood veneers that are glued, then hot-pressed together then laminated

Taylorsville Kindergarten Class Learns About Bakelite

In September, Ashley visited the school’s kindergarten class to share about Bakelite and its role in the community. She also explained how Bakelite is part of the children’s everyday lives, and how she helps contribute to the organization’s mission and vision.

My Bakelite Story: Bakelite’s Diverse Teams Inspire Deepa Ramjiawan

At Bakelite, we’re proud of the diverse experiences, talents and backgrounds of our global associates. We each have our own Bakelite story, and in this series – My Bakelite Story – we highlight associates in different locations, departments and career stages,

Bakelite Named 2024 Supplier of the Year by Engineered Wood Technology Association

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 1, 2024 - Bakelite Synthetics was named “2024 EWTA Supplier of the Year” in the Materials and Supplies category by the Engineered Wood Technology Association (EWTA).

Acme Site Celebrates 9 Years Without Recordable

Bakelite is committed to safety 24/7 and as a core value. Our Acme site team has demonstrated this commitment daily for nearly a decade, and just achieved a commendable 9 years without a recordable injury.

Botlek Site Celebrates 10 Years Without Recordable Incident

At Bakelite, safety is a core value we take very seriously. Our Botlek team lives out this core value and just recently achieved an important safety milestone, celebrating 10 years without a recordable incident.

Bakelite Showcases Science at School STEM Event

Bakelite Product Stewardship and Sustainability Specialist, Justyne Willman, had the opportunity to showcase some fun and impressive science to a group of grade school students at a STEM event.

2024 Women In Chemicals Conference

Bakelite is proud to sponsor and participate in the inaugural Women in Chemicals Conference, which takes place September 9-11 in Houston.

Bakelite Supports Inaugural Farmers Market

As part of our Taylorsville site’s community engagement project, Bakelite helped support Taylorsville’s inaugural farmers market, which promotes sustainability.

Bakelite Synthetics Releases 2023 Sustainability Report

ATLANTA, GA - August 14, 2024 - The 2023 Bakelite Sustainability Report Details 2023 Achievements, Outlines 2024 Initiatives and Long-term Future Goals and Strategies

Bakelite Sponsors Tournaments to Benefit Local Communities

At Bakelite, we’re proud of our associates’ commitment to their local communities. Initiatives focused on making a positive social impact are a key component of our values, including sustainability.

Conway Supports Local Fire Department

CONWAY, AR – May 16, 2024 – The Conway team donated Emergency Services Equipment to the Conway Fire Department, which is run by volunteers and relies on donations to maintain equipment and supplies needed for their jobs.

Crossett Community Events

Bakelite’s Crossett site recently participated in several community-focused events within their surrounding areas.

Bakelite Recognized as ENERGY STAR® Partner

ATLANTA, GA – January 29, 2024 – Bakelite is proud to announce that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized our company as a partner in its ENERGY STAR program.