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The latest news, events and reports from Nynas AB

  • Reflections: The decline of heavy grades

    The decline of traditional Group I production is tightening the availability of heavy grades, even as demand for their unique properties remains. Group II, naphthenics and synthetic base oils will play a growing role in meeting heavy-duty requirements. Three industry experts share their thoughts on the evolving and increasingly complex landscape.

  • Beyond conventional transformers – broadening the scope for bio-based insulating liquids

    Since its introduction, Nynas' bio-based insulating liquid NYTRO® BIO 300X has been successfully tested, approved and commercialised in a growing number of transformer applications. But could its unique combination of technical and sustainability benefits also create opportunities in other segments?

  • A small hero for tough jobs

    NYNAS® NS 3 is a highly refined naphthenic base oil designed for applications where reliable performance in demanding low-temperature conditions is essential.

  • Flexibility in a changing base oil landscape

    When markets are unsettled, flexibility matters. In today’s changing base oil landscape, naphthenics can give lubricant formulators more room to manoeuvre, notes Simon Day, Vice President at Nynas.

  • Women in Asphalt Europe launches: A stronger network for the road ahead

    Women in Asphalt Europe began with a simple question: how can the asphalt sector attract a broader range of people and help those already in the industry reach their potential? After years of discussion, a group of passionate volunteers from within the industry are now turning that question into a European community.

  • The brains of Nynas: Ingrid Gonzales

    Bringing nearly two decades of experience in sustainability, climate, risk and compliance, Ingrid Gonzales leads Nynas’ sustainability agenda and integrates sustainability into decision-making to support long-term value creation and resilience. Find out what's on her mind.

  • Nynas AB shortlisted for World Sustainability Award 2026

    Nynas has emerged as a finalist in the prestigious World Sustainability Awards 2026 for the 'External Collaboration' category. The nomination recognises a groundbreaking partnership with Skanska and Swedavia that successfully deployed a revolutionary, low-carbon infrastructure solution at Stockholm Arlanda Airport.

  • Nynas reports a strong Q2 2026 in a volatile market environment

    Nynas AB (publ), the specialty chemicals company serving electrification and essential infrastructure, delivered improved profitability in the second quarter of 2026, driven by strong demand and unit margins that benefited from a supportive macro environment.

  • A strong Nynas contribution at CIGRE 2026

    At this year's CIGRE Session, Nynas will have a particularly strong presence with six posters, committee involvement and customer engagement. It is an important opportunity to exchange knowledge with utilities, transformer manufacturers, researchers and asset owners from around the world.

  • How climate change is changing the conversation around PMB in Sweden

    As Sweden looks to build longer-lasting and more climate-resilient infrastructure, VTI researcher Jiqing Zhu believes polymer modified bitumen (PMB) could play an increasingly important role. But unlocking its full potential will require better knowledge, smarter recycling, and a broader lifecycle perspective.