Syensqo, a global leader in high-performance specialty polymers, has received four recognitions from the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) at the 2025 SPE Automotive Awards. The distinctions celebrate Syensqo’s pioneering contributions to sustainable mobility and innovation in polymer engineering. The awards were presented during a ceremony in Bonn, Germany, following a rigorous evaluation by a jury of 35 industry experts.

“These awards represent a powerful recognition of Syensqo’s commitment to innovation and sustainable mobility,” said Matthias Braem, Vice President of Transportation at Syensqo. “By combining our materials expertise with the innovation of our partners, we are enabling vehicle solutions that are lighter, safer, and more sustainable.”

Syensqo, together with ZF Group, received first place in the “Chassis & Structural Components” category for a toothed belt pulley for rear axle steering manufactured using Ryton BR111 BL. The polymer-based pulley withstands demanding operating conditions up to 150°C in the presence of oils while maintaining dimensional accuracy and wear resistance. Compared to sintered metal designs, it achieves a 45 per cent weight reduction, a 30 per cent smaller carbon footprint, and significantly reduced noise, vibration, and harshness, contributing to a smoother driving experience.

A third-place recognition in the same category honored a miniaturized collimator mount used in Lucid Gravity EVs, produced by Jabil Optics and molded by Ningbo Sunrise using Ryton PPS BR111 BL. The use of Syensqo’s specialty polymer enabled a 79 per cent reduction in material carbon footprint compared with traditional aluminum components.

Two additional nominations highlighted Syensqo’s contributions to next-generation electric mobility. The first recognized a high-voltage connector for Bosch e-motors, molded by Furnel Inc., which combines Amodel PPA with an optimized design that delivers outstanding electrical performance, enhanced flame resistance, and a 50 per cent reduction in production cycle time.

The second nomination celebrated a power module housing developed with Semikron-Danfoss Elektronik GmbH, made from Amodel Bios HFFR R1-133. Featuring a surface tracking resistance of 900V and a relative thermal index of 140°C, this innovation enables significant miniaturization and long-term reliability. Its compatibility with laser welding simplifies assembly, while its sustainable formulation and the transition to recycled aluminum reduce the component’s carbon footprint by approximately 40 per cent.