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BASA Bulletin 113: October 2026

Stay updated with the latest insights, industry news, and updates from the Adhesives & Sealants Association for the UK & Ireland (BASA).

In this issue:

  • BASA Showcase 2026: 20th November – Book now.
  • Standards Don't Write Themselves – Why participation in standards development is critical for manufacturers, the future of UK influence, and developing the next generation of industry experts.
  • Regulatory Update – The latest on UK REACH deadline extensions, ATRm, new UK SVHC additions, EU CLP developments, biocides consultations, drug precursor proposals and HSE's isocyanates campaign.
  • Working Group Highlights – Key updates from BASA's technical committees covering packaging legislation, construction products reform, chemicals regulation, sustainability and the new BASA Product Packaging Task Force.
  • UK REACH ATRm – BASA examines the unanswered questions surrounding duplicate registration requirements and the industry's case for a more proportionate approach.
  • Sustainability Snapshot – Digital Waste Tracking, CBAM and the growing importance of environmental data, transparency and supply chain readiness.
  • WAC 2026 – BASA takes a leading role at the World Adhesive & Sealant Conference and Expo in London.
  • AI & Cyber Security – How AI is reshaping cyber threats, fraud risks, governance requirements and business resilience.
  • BASA's Future – Council's vision for preserving the BASA identity while modernising the Association for the future.
  • Member Benefits & New Members – Making the most of FEICA member benefits and welcoming the latest companies to join BASA.
  • BASA Sports Day 2026 – A look back at another successful day of competition, networking and camaraderie.
  • Member News –
    • Polymarine celebrates 50 years of innovation and inflatable expertise
    • Anglo Adhesives appoints Alan Gilding as Technical Director
    • Power Adhesives launches the new Tec 306-12 applicator
  • Industry Support – Understanding the new British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) and what it could mean for manufacturers.

Download the full Bulletin Issue 113: October 2026 here.