Yes, we know the global chemical industry continues to face unprecedented challenges.
But where there is risk and uncertainty, there is also opportunity for growth and positive change.
This is why MegaChem (UK) Ltd remains the trusted, reliable partner of choice for all your end-to-end supply chain solutions.
Now in its 25th year, the company – based in Monmouthshire – is a leading provider of specialty chemicals, ingredients and supply chain services to manufacturers across the UK and Europe.
Managing director Gary Foster set up the company back in 2001 as the UK arm of MegaChem Singapore.
“We have diversified massively since the early days,” he explains.
“Today we offer a huge range of customer solutions including performance coatings, food and beverage, adhesives and construction, paint and ink, industrial cleaning and cosmetics, to name just a few.”
MegaChem’s global network of suppliers provides seamless links to an extensive portfolio of products and services.
The range of customised, fully accredited solutions include:
- streamlined logistics
- inventory management
- efficient, secure storage and timely distribution
- access to high-quality materials
- regulatory, compliance and technical support
Gary adds, “There’s no doubt the industry is experiencing high levels of uncertainty at the minute.
“UK and European markets face increasing levels of competition from overseas markets, there are complex layers of legislation and supply chain issues to deal with, and current geopolitics have unfortunately added to the mix.
“But we are very confident that we can help our customers ride this latest storm, just as we guided them through other economic glitches.
“It’s a matter of keeping calm, understanding the risks and finding new solutions. There are always opportunities out there.
“Our USP is our flexibility. MegaChem holds a unique position in offering global reach combined with unrivalled local market knowledge.
“We also obviously have the full backing of our Singapore head office – being listed on the Singapore stock exchange – while enjoying a great deal of autonomy, meaning we can react quickly and agilely to new challenges.”
Gary cites REACH and ESG as prime examples. “We are getting a lot of enquiries about evolving sustainability obligations, which is where the united efforts of our global entities and the support of our Singapore office is particularly helpful. This is only going to ramp up in terms of tracking the UK-bound supply chain and its carbon footprint.”
Gary’s down-to-earth approach, combined with in-depth knowledge of products and services, is symptomatic of the company ethos.
“We pride ourselves on our professionalism and ability to react quickly to any given situation,” he continues.
“Quality customer service has always been our number one priority, and we aim for open, honest dialogue at all times.
“We are seen as extremely trustworthy because we aren’t looking for short-term gain, but long-term relationships.
“The chemical industry continues to encounter various challenges to its growth and efficiency. Extreme climate conditions are causing widespread impact, including affecting energy supply and supply chain logistics. Issues such as geopolitical conflicts, volatile raw material prices, supply chain disruptions, growing complexity of the regulatory compliance, growing cost of manufacturing all contribute to the intricate nature of the supply chain that we as distributors need to make easy for our customers.
“Flexibility and mutual trust once again are key. We prefer to be open and transparent with our customers- for instance, if the market price changes, then we work with the customers to reflect the price movements.
“Communication is also very important – picking up the phone, keeping customers up to date about stock and supply, efficient paperwork processes. It really matters.
“I would hope 99% of our customers think we do a good job for them.”
