BASF and OQEMA have entered a new distribution partnership covering polymer dispersions for construction and architectural coatings as well as additives for paint and coatings in selected Central and Eastern European countries: Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic, Greece, Hungary, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia and Slovenia.

The collaboration is effective January 1, 2026. BASF said the partnership combines its product portfolio with OQEMA’s regional distribution network, technical expertise and delivery capabilities to support customers in the region.

“We are proud that BASF has chosen OQEMA as its distribution partner in Central and Eastern Europe. The BASF portfolio is an excellent fit with our setup and perfectly complements our existing offering, enabling us to serve our customers with outstanding solutions, technical expertise and strong local presence,” said Philipp Junge, COO of the OQEMA Group.

“Our partnership with OQEMA strengthens BASF’s ability to meet the evolving needs of our customers, making them a partner for growth,” said Robert Heger, vice president for polymer dispersions for architectural coatings and construction EMEA at BASF. “OQEMA shares our commitment to quality, reliability and sustainability, making them an ideal partner for us to focus on the potential in these markets and win together with our customers.”

Distribution partnerships like this one continue to shape how additives and dispersions reach regional paint and coatings markets. Learn more about related supply chain moves in distribution.