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As we move further into the year, the chemical industry continues to navigate a landscape defined by both complexity and significant opportunity.  A recent industry outlook from Deloitte highlights a pivotal moment for our sector, noting that while demand is beginning to stabilise, the pressure to maintain lean, agile operations has never been higher.  The…

At Actikem, we’ve always believed that being a leader in the chemical industry means more than just providing great service - it means taking responsibility for the footprint we leave behind. We’re constantly looking for ways to do better by the planet, and today, we’re excited to share a big step forward in that journey.…

At Actikem, we have always believed that the chemistry of the future must be as responsible as it is effective. We are now proud to share that Actikem has officially been named a bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER. In an industry where 'sustainability' can sometimes feel like a broad or undefined term, the bluesign® standard stands apart…

Our Directors’ recently attended a dinner, hosted by Warrington Chamber of Commerce, where Fhaheen Khan , senior economist of Make UK, gave a very interesting and informative talk on the recent results of the Make UK state of manufacturing sector survey. The survey was based on a questionnaire, sent out to UK manufacturers to ask…

As sometimes a senior R&D leader within a chemical manufacturing organisation, I have long regarded refractive index (RI) measurements as one of the quiet workhorses of our analytical toolkit. While often overshadowed by more complex spectroscopic or chromatographic techniques, RI analysis remains indispensable across our production, quality control, and product development environments. Its simplicity, precision,…

We have made a major investment in a new, high-specification automatic drum filling system. This strategic acquisition is set to revolutionise the company’s repacking operations, significantly enhancing safety, efficiency, and productivity for its diverse client base across the UK and Europe. The newly installed equipment is a precision-engineered drum filler designed to handle a wide…

We have recently upgraded our label software, allowing for the printing from customers’ design templates. This will offer customers greater flexibility in branding and enhance crucial digital traceability in the chemical supply chain. The new upgrade positions Actikem to provide a more comprehensive and high-quality service, aligning with modern market demands for sophisticated product presentation…

During this first quarter of 2026, we are replacing our existing MRP (Material Requirements Planning Software) to the advanced CIM 50 manufacturing system. This strategic upgrade is set to streamline our entire business workflow, making improvements across stock management, production scheduling, and financial reporting, enhancing service quality for our UK and European customer base. Material…

We recently hosted a high-profile delegation from Hidex, our long-standing partners based in Turku, Finland. The visit to Actikem’s Warrington Head Office marks a significant step forward in the collaborative relationship between the two companies, with a renewed focus on innovation and New Product Development (NPD). The visiting party included three senior members of the…

The European chemical industry - the continent's fourth-largest sector and the backbone of countless supply chains is facing an existential crisis. That is the stark warning issued recently by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, founder and CEO of global chemical giant Ineos. Sir Jim’s message is loud and clear: Europe’s chemical manufacturing base is at a ‘tipping…

During December, some of our team members were out with Santa around the Delamere Park Estate and Acton Bridge Village in the CW8 region collecting for Hope House Children’s hospices as part of the charity’s 36 hour fundraising marathon, ‘Quality Moments Matter’. The aim of the campaign is to raise £500,000 to give children much…

It's been a pleasure working with you, our valued clients over 2025 and we look forward to providing you with our winning services as we enter 2026. Our offices will be closing at 2.00 on Wednesday 24th December and reopen at 8am on Monday 5th January 2026. 2026 Stock Count During the first week back we will…

Actikem have again demonstrated that it operates a quality management system that is well documented, robust and consistent. We are pleased to report that we have received re-certification from SOCOTEC certification UK Ltd, a UKAS certified accreditation body which assessed our quality management system as conforming to ISO 9001:2015, for the scope of activities: Production,…

In a significant milestone for UK-based sustainable chemical manufacturing, Actikem Ltd has proudly secured the prestigious Ecovadis Gold Medal. Discover why Actikem stands out as a leader in sustainable chemical solutions and a top choice for businesses seeking environmentally conscious chemical manufacturers in the UK. Actikem's unwavering commitment to sustainability and sustainable chemical manufacturing has…

With the UK government’s commitment to reach net zero and reduce the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions by 100% from 1990 levels by 2050, Actikem have placed sustainability and carbon reduction at the top of their business priorities. Actikem have a management programme to drive sustainability in their business and have been working in the background…

For several years Actikem has been giving students from schools in the local community an opportunity to gain work experience in the chemical manufacturing industry. Positions have been offered to local students in their laboratories and offices to help students gain an understanding of what jobs and skills are available in the speciality or industrial…

Actikem recognised over 8 years ago that sustainable business practices were an essential business requirement for future organisations. In 2015 they established a carbon reduction program and started to benchmark their progresses ever since. Andrew Mooney, the Company’s Managing Director said, “we recognised back then that the business landscape for chemical manufacturers was changing. The…

Actikem have again demonstrated that it operates a quality management system that is well documented, robust and consistent, following their recent audit in August 2022. We are pleased to report that we have received re-certification from SOCOTEC certification UK Ltd, a UKAS certified accreditation body which assessed our quality management system as conforming to ISO…

In August 2021 we extended a warm welcome to Demi Greig who is undertaking a period of work experience in the Sales Office at Actikem. After receiving a great set of exam grades recently, Demi will be starting a Level 3 Business Diploma 2-year course at Warrington & Vale Royal College in September 2021. Well done Demi…

Acquisition International Magazine has announced the winners of the 2021 Global Excellence awards and Actikem were delighted to pick up an Award in the category: Best Outsourced Chemical Manufacturing Firm 2021 – UK Acquisition International’s Global Excellence Awards are an annual programme in which recipients are determined via a thorough process of research, analysis, shortlisting…