Syensqo develops sustainable high performance composite materials 

Advanced composite technologies speed up manufacturing, ensure reliable performance, and promote sustainability in automotive applications.

Syensqo is a market leader in the incorporation of rapidly curing pre-impregnated fiber materials, advanced material modeling, high-speed manufacturing support, renewable resin systems, and robust recycling networks. The company says it consistently helps clients reduce environmental impact without compromising on outstanding mechanical performance or industrial efficiency.

Automotive Industries (AI) met with Syensqo executives at JEC World 2026, where the company unveiled a number of new materials, including two new grades of the ReGen portfolio of renewable composite materials, MTM® 58 ReGen and SolvaLite® 714 ReGen.

Automotive Industries (AI) asked Gaurav Unni, Global Sales Leader – Automotive Composites at Syensqo, what benefits the two new grades introduced into the ReGen portfolio.

Unni: As the motorsport industry increasingly prioritizes sustainable materials, highlighted by initiatives such as the recent Formula 1’s commitment to the circular bioeconomy, we anticipated this shift and in 2025 we launched the ReGen portfolio, which has already been adopted by several customers. The value we add with our ReGen products is providing renewably sourced solutions while not compromising on performance.

To maximize impact, we focused on flagship products already widely used by automotive OEMs, where there is clear demand to introduce renewable content. This approach allows us to bring more sustainable options to existing applications while creating immediate value for our customers.

In line with this strategy, we expanded the ReGen portfolio in 2026 with two new grades, MTM® 58 ReGen and SolvaLite® 714 ReGen. MTM® 58 is a leading material in the high-performance automotive sector, and is widely used in sports cars and supercars, making it a natural choice.

It is also based on well-established autoclave technology, ensuring existing processing know-how across the industry. These grades reduce dependency on fossil-based feedstocks while maintaining identical performance and processing conditions.

AI: How does MTM® 49-3 ReGen resin contribute to the performance of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team’s W16 race car?

Unni: MTM 49-3 is a product with a very long legacy in the market. It has been used in the motorsport industry for the past 25 years, possibly making it the most used toughened epoxy prepreg technology.

Developed with 30% bio-sourced monomers, MTM® 49-3 ReGen resin maintains the same mechanical strength, glass-transition temperature (190 °C) and processability as its conventional counterpart, while lowering the carbon footprint of the final product. 

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team recently announced its use on the rear wheel shield of the W16 race car at the 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with the component subsequently completing over 7,000 km of racing following its debut in Baku.

This achievement demonstrates the ability to integrate more sustainable material solutions into demanding motorsport applications without compromising performance.

AI: What recognition did Syensqo receive for its innovation involving MTM® 49-3 ReGen resin?

Unni: This innovation was recognized with the Green Tech Award at the RACE TECH World Motorsport Symposium in November 2025.

“This award highlights that true innovation lies in delivering sustainability without compromising on performance. The new MTM® 49-3 product variant incorporates bio-based content yet performs to the exacting standards of the motorsport industry, demonstrating that advanced materials can help the racing world move toward lower fossil use while keeping its competitive edge.”

AI: What is MissionH24 and how is Syensqo involved in its hydrogen-powered endurance racing program?

Unni: It is an initiative to develop hydrogen-powered endurance racing, with the ambition of introducing a dedicated category at the 24 Hours of Le Mans by 2028. Syensqo supports this program by providing advanced epoxy prepregs, including MTM® 49-3 ReGen CYCOM® and LTM® technologies, which enable improved lightweight performance and crash protection.

These materials help optimize vehicle efficiency and performance while meeting the highest safety standards, particularly for critical components such as the monocoque and hydrogen storage systems.

By combining lightweighting and robustness, Syensqo’s solutions contribute to making hydrogen-powered racing both competitive and safe, supporting the broader transition toward lower-emission mobility.

AI: Which Syensqo materials are used in the McLaren 750S active rear airbrake, and what advantages do they provide?

Unni: The component showcased at JEC 2026 at Syensqo booth is manufactured using MTM® 58B and MTM® 57VQ carbon fiber prepregs, demonstrating best-in-class visual quality and lightweight construction for high-performance road vehicles.

AI: What is next for Syensqo?

Unni: On paper, we are a three-year-old company, having been spun out of Solvay in December 2023, but, in reality, we build on a 160 years legacy of innovation in specialty polymers and composite materials, with a continued focus on delivering high-performance solutions for demanding applications.

Looking ahead, we will further support our partners in motorsport and beyond in adapting to evolving requirements, while advancing material technologies that combine performance with sustainability.

A key priority is accelerating the adoption of more sustainable composite solutions and supporting their industrialization at scale. At the same time, we are focused on enabling more efficient manufacturing processes and optimizing overall cost of ownership for our customers.