Henkel Inaugurates New Inspiration Center in Jundiaí

Henkel, a global leader in adhesives, sealants, and coatings, has inaugurated its Inspiration Center in Jundiaí. With an investment of approximately €38 million (around BRL 232.5 million), the 5,000-square-meter facility will serve as the new Research & Development (R&D) hub for Adhesive Technologies in Latin America. The center follows Henkel’s global innovation center model, previously implemented at its headquarters in Düsseldorf and in Shanghai, which is designed to transform technological expertise into impactful and sustainable innovations.

The new hub in Brazil was designed as an ecosystem for technological co‑creation. “The Inspiration Center Jundiaí reinforces our commitment to advancing innovation in the Latin America region by capturing the trends and needs of the region,” says Mark Dorn, Executive Vice President of Adhesive Technologies at Henkel. “The facility will bring our portfolio to life for our customers and enables close collaboration internally and externally. Based on an ecosystem of experts, cutting‑edge technologies, and integrated infrastructure, we are accelerating the development of solutions that enhance the region’s competitiveness and set new standards for the global industry.”

Sustainable Design and Advanced Technical Capabilities

The Inspiration Center in Jundiaí stands out for its use of engineered wood in the administrative building, making it the largest commercial structure of its kind in the region. The complex is divided into a management area that can accommodate more than 100 employees daily and a dedicated technical facility featuring over 20 state-of-the-art laboratories. The infrastructure is designed to accelerate innovation, with a strong focus on developing high-performance and sustainable solutions across multiple industry segments, such as construction, automotive, and consumer goods.

“With cutting‑edge laboratories, we are elevating our technical capability to a new level. By bringing together customers, suppliers, universities, and strategic partners, we are creating a collaborative hub capable of transforming challenges into opportunities and driving the sustainable economic growth the future demands,” explains Nigel Fay, Corporate Vice President for Innovation and Chief Technology Officer at Henkel Adhesive Technologies.

Strategic Access to the Latin American Market

The selection of Jundiaí highlights the strategic importance of the Brazilian market for Henkel Adhesive Technologies in Latin America.

André Baron, President of Henkel in Latin America, the investment is evidence of the company’s long‑term commitment to the region: “Latin America holds unique conditions to play an increasingly influential role in the global economy, driven by abundant renewable energy, strong production capabilities, and deep technical talent. Located in one of Brazil’s most dynamic industrial and academic hubs, home to more than 800 industries and recognized excellence in engineering and science, the Inspiration Center Jundiaí now acts as a catalyst within this ecosystem. By combining agility with strategic vision, and strengthening advanced technical expertise through education and development, it accelerates innovation and amplifies the region’s capacity to shape the future,” he concludes.

Source: Henkel