Ineos highlights use of its Luran S 778T SPF30 material in the new VOYAH brand FREE SUV model by Dongfeng Motor; material is an acrylonitrile styrene acrylate copolymer offering long-term durability, high-quality surface appearance

SHANGHAI, China , February 28, 2022 (press release) –

VOYAH FREE SUV using INEOS Styrolution’s Luran® S 778T SPF30 (image courtesy of VOYAH, 2021)

• Luran®S 778T SPF30 has been selected exclusively for use on VOYAH’s newly launched FREE SUV model
• A combination of excellent UV resistance, lasting premium paint-free, high gloss appearance with good dimensional stability, making it an ideal polymer for front grill and fog lamp cover applications

INEOS Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics, has announced that its Luran S 778T SPF30 grade has been selected by Dongfeng VOYAH, for the new VOYAH FREE, launched in June 2021. Dongfeng Motor Corporation, the second-largest Chinese state-owned automobile manufacturer in China, markets its premium electric vehicle (EV) segment under the brand name “VOYAH”.

Luran® S is INEOS Styrolution’s acrylonitrile styrene acrylate copolymer (ASA) brand. It is the material of choice for unpainted exterior applications. Luran S offers outstanding properties for long-term use and for a high-quality surface appearance. It is an ideal material for hot stamping technology that allows for aesthetic effects. In particular, it offers weathering stability for outdoor applications even when unpainted, making it a trusted and established material of choice across various industries, including automotive, construction and household.

Ms. Jiayu Chen, Material Director, VOYAH says, “The performance of Luran S 778T SPF30 fits exactly our needs. Its combination of weatherability, paint-free, high gloss and deep dark color provide a premium appearance for the front grill and fog lamp cover applications of our new VOYAH FREE.”   

“We are excited to work with VOYAH, providing the best solution for the new FREE SUV model,” comments SungBeom Park, Asia Pacific Lead, Automotive, INEOS Styrolution. “We are eager to provide them with the best and most innovative materials for their existing and future automobile range."

ABOUT INEOS STYROLUTION
INEOS Styrolution is the leading global styrenics supplier, with a focus on styrene monomer, polystyrene, ABS Standard and styrenic specialties. With world-class production facilities and more than 90 years of experience, INEOS Styrolution helps its customers succeed by offering solutions, designed to give them a competitive edge in their markets. At the same time, these innovative and sustainable best-in-class solutions help make the circular economy for styrenics a reality. The company provides styrenic applications for many everyday products across a broad range of industries, including automotive, electronics, household, construction, healthcare, packaging and toys/sports/leisure. In 2020, sales were at 4 billion euros. INEOS Styrolution employs approximately 3,600 people and operates 20 production sites in ten countries.

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