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Children’s Science Day at 2M House 2025
Children’s Science Day at 2M House 2025 The 2M Group of Companies was proud to host its 2025 Kids’ Science Day at our UK Head Office, bringing together the children […]
2M Group of Companies shortlisted for the 2025 Chemmie Awards
The 2M Group of Companies has been shortlisted for the 2025 Chemical Business Association’s Chemmie Awards – one of the UK chemical industry’s most respected recognitions. The awards celebrate excellence […]
2M Group of Companies Awarded EcoVadis Gold Standard
2M Group of Companies is proud to announce that it has achieved the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Standard for 2025, placing the company in the 97th percentile of businesses worldwide. This recognition highlights 2M’s […]
Molecule 2Market™ Work Experience Programme
Molecule 2Market™ Work Experience Programme From 21st July, the 2M Group of Companies proudly hosted the Molecule 2Market™ work experience programme at 2M House. This week-long initiative reflects one of […]
2M Active Day 2025
Our 2M Active Day 2025, hosted once again at the scenic Mottram Hall, was another great success — combining activities and fundraising. This year’s event included a range of activities, designed […]
2M Group of Companies Shortlisted for Chemicals Northwest Awards!
The 2M Group of Companies have been shortlisted for two prestigious Chemical Northwest Awards for 2025! We are finalists in both the Corporate Social Responsibility Award and the Sustainability Award. […]
2M Group of Companies Exhibit at School Careers Fair
On Wednesday 22nd January 2025, Emily and Sofia, HR Coordinators at the 2M Group of Companies, exhibited at Woodkirk Academy’s ‘Destinations Day’.
2M Group of Companies at SCS Formulate 2024
On the 12th and 13th of November, the 2M Group of Companies exhibited at SCS Formulate, the UK’s largest personal care and cosmetics exhibition. Our teams from Surfachem and Crafted […]
2M King’s Award presentation by His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Cheshire, Lady Redmond
On Wednesday 16th October 2024, the 2M Group of Companies proudly welcomed the Lord-Lieutenant of Cheshire, Lady Redmond, to our Runcorn Headquarters for a very special celebration.
2M Sustainable Packaging Technologies wins Innovate UK Smart Grant
2M Sustainable Packaging Technologies, a leading supplier of bio-based solutions, has been awarded an Innovate UK SMART Grant to develop FlexSea’s material – a novelbiomaterial derived from red seaweed. Aimed […]
Dr Maggie Kessler OBE Attends King’s Award Reception
The 2M Group of Companies has been crowned with a King’s Award for Enterprise for our excellence in international trade, marking the second time we have been honoured with this […]
2M Group of Companies Launch Sustainable Packaging Business
We are thrilled to announce that the 2M Group of Companies have recently launched a new packaging focused business unit, Sustainable Packaging Technologies, to promote our growing portfolio of biomaterial […]
2M Active Day a Success!
Our 2M Active Day 2024 at Mottram Hall was a resounding success. Blessed with perfect weather, our guests and team members enjoyed clear skies and warm sunshine, creating an ideal […]
2M Group of Companies signs first commercial agreement to supply Morro™ plastic-free coating to Huhtamaki
We are thrilled to announce a multi-year supply agreement between Huhtamaki and the 2M Group of Companies, marking a significant step forward in sustainable packaging. This deal will see the deployment of Xampla’s innovative plastic-free Morro™ Coating polymer in a range of takeaway boxes, revolutionising our approach to eco-friendly packaging solutions.
2M Group of Companies trial HVO fuel with Suttons Tankers as part of our commitment to sustainability.
The 2M Group of Companies, in collaboration with Suttons Tankers as one of our major selected logistics partners, have embarked on a six-month trial using Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as […]
Double Honour: King’s Award 2024 & Queen’s Award 2019 for Enterprise – International Trade Excellence
Double Honour: King’s Award 2024 & Queen’s Award 2019 for Enterprise – International Trade Excellence TThe 2M Group of Companies has once again been recognised for its global impact, receiving […]
2M House Host Bring Your Child to Work Day 2024
2M House recently hosted Bring Your Child to Work Day 2024! Led by Dr Maggie Kessler OBE, Co-Owner & Banner Chemical’s Export Director, we welcomed young scientists and children of […]
2M Group of Companies to manufacture plant-based packaging in milestone partnership with Xampla
2M Group of Companies announces European partnership with natural material company Xampla. The collaboration will enable Morro materials to be manufactured at scale whilst leveraging the 2M Group of Companies’ […]
2M Group Owners Support Catalyst Museum’s STEM Education Initiatives
Dr Maggie Kessler OBE, Mottie Kessler OBE, and Liran Maller of the 2M Group of Companies, recently visited the Catalyst Museum, UK. They were invited to visit after 2M sponsored […]
2M Group of Companies acquires Warwick Equest Limited from The Lubrizol Corporation
The 2M Group of Companies has acquired Warwick Equest, an industry leading provider of “natural” stained fabrics for detergent testing, from The Lubrizol Corporation. Based in Consett, Durham UK, Warwick […]
The 2M Group of Companies Shortlisted for Three CBA Awards
The Chemical Business Association (CBA) Awards is an annual event to celebrate the efforts by companies within the chemical supply chain, and will be taking place on Thursday 23rd November in Manchester, […]
2M Group of Companies Exhibit at Careers Fairs!
The 2M Group of Companies recently attended two careers fairs in Leeds and Liverpool. Both events were a great success and generated a myriad of networking opportunities and great conversations […]
Year in Industry Placement Student Interview
Give us a short introduction to you and your degree My name is Nick and since September 2022, I have been on a Year in Industry placement at Banner Chemicals, […]
2M Group of Companies Acquires Laboratorios Prady Normapiel
The 2M Group of Companies is delighted to announce the acquisition of Laboratorios Prady Normapiel (Prady), a Spanish manufacturer of perfumes and cosmetics for the personal care industry. “We are […]
SampleRite, a 2M Company, Opens a New Sample Management Facility in Mainland Europe
SampleRite, an industry-leading sample management expert for the chemical industry, is pleased to announce the launch of a new sample management facility in Germany. This new facility, based in Wendelstein […]
2M Group of Companies Expands Into the USA with 2M Laurichem
The 2M Group of Companies is delighted to announce its expansion to the USA with the creation of 2M Laurichem, a Delaware company wholly owned by 2M Holdings Group [“2M”].
2M Group of Companies Wins Chemicals North West CSR Award
2M Group of Companies is proud to announce that we have won the Chemicals North West CSR Award for our outstanding commitment to corporate social responsibility. This award is a […]
2M Group of companies at CHEMUK 2023
We are thrilled to announce that the 2M Group of Companies will be attending CHEMUK 2023, one of the largest chemical industry events in the UK. This event will take […]
2M Group of Companies co-owners, Maggie and Mottie Kessler, receive OBE’s from HRH William, Prince of Wales at Buckingham Palace
We are delighted to share the fantastic news that our co-owners Mottie Kessler and Dr Maggie Kessler received their OBEs at Buckingham Palace from HRH Prince of Wales, at an […]
2M Celebrates Our Values with the 2023 2M Values Awards
As a company, the 2M Group of Companies encourages our staff to embody a certain set of Values. These values encourage each and every person to go above and beyond, […]
2M Group of Companies expands Pan-European presence with Chemir (Spain)
Chemir (Barcelona, Spain) joined the 2M Group of Companies (“2M”) on 22nd December 2022, becoming 2M’s ninth European company.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (1926 – 2022)
The 2M Group of Companies mourns the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
2M Holdings Ltd acquires Bregaglio S.r.l. (Italy)
2M Holdings Ltd (“2M”) is delighted to announce the agreement with Zschimmer & Schwarz Group to acquire Bregaglio S.r.l. (Italy).
Maggie and Mottie Kessler (2M Group) made OBE’s in Queen’s Birthday Honours
We are delighted to share the fantastic news that both Mottie Kessler MBE and Dr Maggie Kessler have been nominated in the Queen’s Birthday 2022 Honours List for the Honour […]
2M Group of Companies awarded EcoVadis Certification
The 2M Group of Companies have been awarded a silver medal by EcoVadis in recognition of our sustainability achievements. The silver award places the 2M Group of Companies in the top 25% […]
2M Shortlisted for Northern Power Women Awards
The 2M Group of Companies are pleased to share that they have been shortlisted for various awards as part of this year’s Northern Power Women Awards. 2M has been shortlisted […]
Banner Chemicals Expands Celanese Distribution Partnership
Banner Chemicals, a 2M Group Company, are pleased to announce it has expanded its longstanding distribution partnership with Celanese. Banner Chemicals and Celanese have worked together in the UK for […]
New Technical Development Laboratory – Surfachem
Since 2014, Surfachem, a 2M Group company, has provided help to the wider group and external customers with the help of a technical development laboratory. Technical Development Laboratory From starting […]
2M Supports Local Primary Schools in Latest STEM Project
In 2020, the 2M Group of Companies added Sustainability to its values. Since then, we’ve aligned our STEM efforts with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. One of our core focus areas within this […]
2M Group Company, Surfachem, celebrates its 40th anniversary
1981, the first London Marathon was held with 7,000 runners, NASA launched the very first Space Shuttle mission, Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer got married and MTV started broadcasting […]
Science Explained – Emulsions
Defining ‘Emulsion’ An emulsion is a dispersion of two or more immiscible liquids held in suspension by substances called emulsifiers.
2M Delivers Chemistry-Based Solutions for a Better World – Top 100 Global Chemical Distributor
The 2M Group of Companies have been ranked within the top 100 Global Chemical Distributors, compiled by the Independent Commodity Intelligence Services’ (ICIS) for the 12th consecutive year. The Group has ranked 56th in […]
2M Latest STEM Initiative | Promoting Science in Local Primary Schools
The 2M Group of Companies has a long-term commitment to Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) education. Each year, we are proud to help over 550 young people to have […]
Keeping our culture during a global pandemic
How the 2M Group of Companies embraced change to keep its team engaged *This article was originally published in Elements Magazine (Spring 2021) With a portfolio of Material & Life […]
Science Explained – Surfactants
Why are certain ingredients used over others? How can we enhance our formulations? Our ‘Science Explained’ series aims to explain the science behind commonly used ingredients, highlighting their properties and […]
Personal Care Trends | 2021
Personal Care & Cosmetics is a dynamic and emotive market that is firmly driven by consumers. Surfachem’s personal care experts have been scanning the market to identify and share the […]
2M Group Wins Chemicals Northwest Operational Excellence Award 2021 and Manufacturing Company of the Year
Chemicals Northwest has chosen the 2M Group of Companies as its Operational Excellence winner 2021 and Manufacturing Company of the Year. When the pandemic struck, the 2M Group of Companies wanted to […]
Colleague Recognition Awards 2020
On Thursday 4th February, the 2M Group of Companies hosted its first Group recognition awards. About the Awards First introduced five years ago at Surfachem, a 2M Group Company, we […]
2M Manufacturing – Latest Site Photos
Like our new look? Following the 2M Group of Companies acquisition of the Evonik Goldschmidt UK Limited site, we are proud to share our very new manufacturing facility. As 2M’s first […]
Banner Chemicals Exclusive Distributor for INOLUB™ PTFE Micro Powders, Produced by Gujarat Fluorochemicals GmbH
Banner Chemicals, a 2M Group Company, is proud to be the exclusive distributor for INOLUB™ PTFE micro powders, which are produced by Gujarat Fluorochemicals GmbH. Banner Chemicals will be the […]
Our Team – Self-Improvement September
Last month, the 2M team took on ‘Self-Improvement September’, a month to try something new and foster a mindset for personal development. From shed conversion, to fitness challenges, here are […]
2M Group Limited Acquisition Makes it Germany’s Nationwide Dry Ice Supplier
CE-O2 Trockeneis GmbH, a 2M Group Company, has acquired the dry ice business of Air Liquide Deutschland GmbH, making CE-O2 Trockeneis GmbH a nationwide dry ice supplier across Germany.
Vision, Values and Strategic Goals
Following a strategic review, the 2M Group are proud to launch its co-ordinated vision, values and strategic goals. Maintaining a portfolio of Material & Life Science companies, 2M strives to […]
2M Manufacturing: 2M Group Acquires Evonik Goldschmidt UK
28th August (Milton Keynes, UK) The 2M Group of Companies (www.2m-holdings.com) has acquired Evonik Goldschmidt UK Limited in Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) from Evonik UK Holdings Limited, a UK subsidiary […]
2M Group Supports Children’s Wellbeing
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2M Group has supported frontline workers, including nurses and teachers, by using our in-house expertise to manufacture and donate alcohol hand sanitiser. As lockdown is eased, we want to encourage a national […]
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
2M stand together with our colleagues, customers and suppliers against racism and discrimination in any form and at any time. Diversity and inclusion must always be at the heart of […]
BASF and 2M Group donate sanitiser in the North East of England
Working with partner 2M Group, BASF in the UK has donated 5 tonnes of hand sanitizer for use in schools, care homes, local councils and the NHS in the North […]
2M taps expertise for demand boost – 84th Biggest Chemical Distributor in the world
The 2M Group are delighted to have accelerated in the ranking by the Independent Commodity Intelligent Services’ (ICIS) Top 100 Chemical Distributors list for 2020. The annual ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributors list (in association with the FECC) features […]
2M Group wins CBA Community Interaction Award
The Chemical Business Association (CBA) has chosen the 2M Group of Companies as its Community Interaction Award winner this year. The Community Interaction Award acknowledges major contributions to the community […]
2M Letter to Business partners, suppliers and customers
To our Business Community, In these unparalleled and difficult times, we appreciate, more than ever, the bonds of our personal and business community and the contact from each other, in […]
Supporting our frontline services
In these uncertain and unprecedented times, it’s difficult to predict what the future will look like. Despite this uncertainty the 2M Group, are supporting our communities by using our expertise to […]
Science Saves Lives – An Open Letter From Our Chairman & CEO Mottie Kessler MBE
Why we’re helping nurses, doctors and frontline staff to keep their hands clean Whether you are working from home, working on the frontlines, homeschooling, isolating, or working on one of the key sites to keep the UK […]
2M Group – Coronavirus Statement
At the 2M Group, we are continuously monitoring the global updates on Coronavirus (COVID 19) and will abide by all recommendations from the UK’s Department of Health; the World Health […]
SampleRite Ltd and Enorica GmbH announce Chemical Services cooperation
Industry leading sample management experts SampleRite (UK and China), part of 2M Services, owned by 2M Holdings (see www.2M-Holdings.com) and Enorica (Germany) will partner in a new service provision. This […]
2M Holdings Ltd expands in Cosmetics Ingredients in France with Ingretech SAS acquisition
The 2M Holdings group of companies is delighted to announce the addition of Ingretech SAS (Paris, France) to its family of personal care specialty ingredients companies. Ingretech (www.ingretech.fr) was established […]
2M Holdings company awarded with Gaselle 2019
Surfachem Nordic, a 2M Holdings company, has been awarded with the Gaselle certification 2019. Gaselle 2019 Sponsored by Grant Thornton, Azets and Bisnode, the Gaselle listing criteria includes factors such […]
2M Holdings gets Sunday Times Top Track 250 Award
2M Holdings received the The Sunday Times Grant Thornton Top Track 250 Award at a glittering ceremony in London on 20th November, 2019. The league table ranks Britain’s private mid-market growth […]
2M provide Free Therapy for All Employees as part of Wellbeing and Care
Mental health and wellbeing support At 2M Holdings, we want all of our employees to be both as happy and emotionally supported as they possibly can be. As part of […]
2M listed on Sunday Times Top Track 250 for 2019
We are delighted that 2M Holdings has been listed on the Sunday Times Grant Thornton Top Track 250 for 2019. The Sunday Times Grant Thornton Top Track 250 league table […]
2M Holdings crowned with Queen’s Award at 2M House by Queen’s Representative
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Representative, The Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire and the Worshipful Mayor of Halton, attended the 2M Headquarters in Runcorn, UK this week to present Mottie Kessler […]
2M makes space for Employee wellbeing
2M has furthered its commitment to employee wellbeing with the recent introduction of Relaxation sessions and a dedicated Relaxation zone for employees. By redesigning the loft space at 2M House, […]
2M’s Future Leaders Programme formulates for success!
2M’s Future Leaders have been spending time at Surfachem’s Innovation Lab in the 3M Innovation Centre, Huddersfield University, as part of the 2M Future Leaders programme. The Future Leaders programme […]
Dr Richard Smith shortlisted for 2019 Regional Director of the Year Awards by the Insitute of Directors (IoD)
Dr Richard Smith, 2M Board Member, Group COO and Managing Director of the Surfachem Group, has been named by the Insitute of Directors (IoD) as one of the business leaders […]
2M Holdings win 2019 Queen’s Award for International Trade
2M Holdings have won the prestigious Queen’s Award for : Enterprise in the International Trade – in recognition of significant export growth. Recently crowned Export Champions 2019 by UK Government’s […]
Royal Visit! HRH the Duke of Gloucester visits to 2M House for the formal opening of Export Champion Headquarters and STEM Education Centre
His Royal Highness the Duke of Gloucester visited UK Export Champions, the 2M Group, on 1st April, to officially open 2M House, a new dedicated Headquarters for the 2M Group […]
2M Holdings named Export Champions 2019
2M Holdings are delighted to be named one of the 2019 Export Champions for the UK by the Department of Trade and Industry (DIT). The title recognises 2M’s export achievements […]
Brexit Update – February 2019
With approximately 5 weeks to go until March 29th and the United Kingdom’s intended withdrawal from the European Union, there is still seemingly little certainty as to what terms this […]
2M Helps the Chemical Industry prepare for Brexit
2M’s Gal Maller, Group Head of Strategy & Corporate Development (including M&A) and Commercial Director of Banner Chemicals, has been helping companies in the Chemical Industry future-proof their businesses. Whatever […]
2M and young people solve the plastic problem through Chemistry!
The 2M STEM programme reaches circa 550 school children and young people in the North of the UK every year. The programme aims to increase their access to a career […]
2M responds to Fire Crews’ request for help
When Manchester’s fire crews battled fierce fires across the region, including Stalybridge, for over three weeks, 2M Holdings responded to their appeal. The fire had spread rapidly in the continuing […]
Fully confidential outsourcing of your whole supply chain: One stop shop launched by 2M Services
In response to customer demand, 2M Holdings has launched a One Stop Shop of services for new and existing customers. The change provides customers with flexible solutions to their outsourcing […]
Mottie Kessler MBE, Chairman of the Chemical Business Association, summarises a year of progress and looks forward to another year as Chairman.
As published in the CBA magazine May 2018. Please click on the image to read full article.
2M Holdings Ltd, group of companies, expands its presence in Germany, acquiring Franken-Kosmetik-Chemiehandel GmbH & Co. KG (Nuremberg, Germany)
2M Holdings Ltd (“2M”) is delighted to announce that, following its recent acquisition of Dusseldorf based company CE-O2 GmBH, it has now acquired Franken-Kosmetik-Chemiehandel GmbH & […]
Dana: “My Year in Industry… and beyond” … at Surfachem, a 2M Holdings Company
As part of the 2M-STEM programme, we are proud to provide Year in Industry opportunities for young people wanting to access a career in the Chemical Industry. Following an Industrial […]
Top, Safety, Health and the Environment (SHE) Award for Banner Chemicals’ and 2M Holdings’ Compliance Director
David Dalton (right) receives the Gerald Soane Award from former SIA Chairman Geoff Stamper Photo courtesy of Andrew Norman Britain’s Solvent Industry Association (SIA) has awarded David Dalton, Group Compliance Director of Banner […]
2M STEM programme shows 100 students how Chemistry is used in Crime scene investigations
Encouraging young people to access a career in Chemistry is a key part of the 2M-STEM programme, set up in 2015 by 2M Holdings. At the end of July, Jim […]
The “2M STEM” programme wins top CSR award from Chemical Business Association for its work with 550 young people
The CSR programme of 2M Holdings, “2M STEM” saw a leap in the number of young people helped last year, with staff across the Group helping over 550 young people […]
2M Stands in Solidarity with victims of Manchester bombings to support Red Cross ‘We Love Manchester’ Emergency Fund
In solidarity with the victims and survivors of the Manchester bombings, 2M Holdings is raising funds for the ‘We Love Manchester Emergency Fund’. Donations will help the victims and survivors […]
Mottie Kessler MBE takes up post as Chair of Chemical Business Association, UK
Mottie Kessler is now Chair of the Chemical Business Association (CBA), a post he will hold until April 2019. The Association will be critical in liaising with the UK Government […]
Elevance Partners with 2M Holdings to Distribute Elevance Clean® Product Lines
Elevance Partners with 2M Holdings to Distribute Elevance Clean® Product Lines Woodridge, Illinois, USA (April 27, 2017) – Elevance Renewable Sciences, Inc., which creates novel, high-performing specialty chemicals from renewable […]
2M Holdings Ltd expands and builds presence in Germany, acquiring dry ice producer CE-O2 Trockeneis GmbH
Press Release: 2M Holdings Ltd expands and builds presence in Germany, acquiring dry ice producer CE-O2 Trockeneis GmbH (Düsseldorf, Germany) CE-O2 Distribution Truck 2M Holdings Ltd […]
HRH Prince Charles gives Mottie Kessler MBE at Buckingham Palace Ceremony for Services to Industry and Exporting in the North West of England
Mottie Kessler recently met HRH Prince Charles, at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace, to receive his MBE for Services to Industry and Exporting in the North West of England. The […]
2M Group Announces another year of ‘2M STEM’ – Supporting young people access careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM)
In 2016, the 2M Group helped over 550 young people access careers in STEM Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) subjects in the UK, as part of its ‘2M – […]
MBE for Mottie Kessler, Chairman and CEO of 2M Group, in the Queen’s New Years’ Honours List, for Services to Industry and Exporting in the North West of England
We are delighted to announce that Mottie Kessler, Chairman and CEO of 2M Group, has received an MBE in recognition of his Services to Industry and Exporting in the North […]
2M Holdings Ltd: Modern Slavery Policy Statement – October 2016
Modern slavery is a crime resulting in an abhorrent abuse of the human rights of vulnerable workers. It can take various forms, such as slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour […]
Mottie Kessler speaks to The Economist on optimism after Brexit, working through uncertainty and why Britain should embrace the Manufacturing and Chemical Sector
On November 8th 2016, Mottie Kessler, 2M’s Chairman and CEO was invited to be part of The Economists’ Panel on Exporting the UK middle market to the European Union and […]
2M’s Subsidiary, Surfachem, win International Business of the year 2016
On the 29th of September 2M’s subsidiary, Surfachem were crowned ‘International Business of the year’ by the Yorkshire Asian Business Association’s (YABA). International Business of the year acknowledges the strategy behind […]