Omya Performance Polymer Distribution Broadens Partnership with EMS-GRIVORY to include UK and Ireland

Omya Performance Polymer Distribution has expanded its strategically important, long-standing partnership with EMS-GRIVORY to include the United Kingdom and Ireland, effective 1 July 2026.

Building on an established collaboration across Italy, France, and Central and Eastern Europe, including the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Bulgaria, this development establishes a mutually exclusive mandate for EMS-GRIVORY’s portfolio of specialist high-performance polyamide (PA) solutions in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Under this expanded geographic scope, Omya Performance Polymer Distribution will provide access to EMS-GRIVORY’s portfolio of specialist high-performance and speciality polyamide solutions, including the Grivory®, Grilamid®, Grilon®, Grinova® and GreenLine® brands.

These materials are widely used in demanding applications across the automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial and consumer markets, with a strong focus on metal replacement, lightweighting, and functional integration.

The expansion into the UK and Ireland builds on Omya Performance Polymer Distribution’s deep expertise and long-standing track record in polyamides, reinforcing local capabilities through commercial presence, technical support and application development, supported by Distrupol, Omya Performance Polymer Distribution’s UK and Ireland business.

Carsten Harms, CEO of Omya Performance Polymer Distribution, commented:

“This development represents a natural next step in strengthening our long-standing partnership with EMS-GRIVORY across Europe. Building on our established collaboration, we are expanding into the UK and Ireland with a clear focus on delivering growth through specialised high-performance polyamide solutions for metal replacement, lightweighting and functional integration.”

EMS-GRIVORY commented:

“The expansion of our partnership with Omya Performance Polymer Distribution into the United Kingdom and Ireland strengthens our presence in these important markets and enhances our ability to support customers locally. Together, we provide direct access to our broad portfolio of high-performance polymers, backed by deep expertise in materials, applications and engineering support.”

EMS-GRIVORY is part of the EMS Group and specialises in the development and production of specialist high-performance polyamide materials for advanced engineering applications worldwide. With this development, Omya Performance Polymer Distribution further strengthens its role as a trusted distribution partner, supporting principals and customers across Europe with specialist high-performance polyamide solutions and application expertise.

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