Monument Chemical announced today that Sarves Peri has been appointed President of Monument Chemical, effective January 1, 2026. Sarves will succeed current President Paul Raymond, who will retire in July 2026 after leading the company through a period of significant growth, operational strength, and market expansion.

This fall, Monument once again joined forces with Meade County Schools in Kentucky to spark curiosity and open doors for the next generation of engineers, technicians, and innovators. Through two hands-on events – the Manufacturing Expo and Tech Connect – Monument team members helped local students see that exciting, rewarding careers in advanced manufacturing are not just possible, but happening right here in their own community.

Monument has begun the first US-based production of polyols from renewable carbon this month at its manufacturing facility in Brandenburg, KY. The new product line of polycarbonate ether (PCE) polyols is based on a process from Econic Technologies that replaces fossil-based feedstocks with captured CO2 and reduces global warming potential by 20-30%.

When sparks fly in the Meade County Skills Welding Program, they’re symbols of opportunity, growth, and craftsmanship. For nearly 50 years, this hands-on program has helped students turn classroom learning into real-world skills. Thanks to the support of Monument Chemical’s Community Partnership Initiative (CPI) grant at the Brandenburg, Kentucky site, that legacy is getting an exciting upgrade.

Over the past three decades, Adam has worn a lot of hats – in and outside of Monument. He’s served in the Navy, worked as an engineer, led teams at both our Houston, TX and Brandenburg, KY sites, and now serves as Vice President of Operations for Monument Chemical. But if you ask him, each experience – from painting a naval ship by flashlight to mentoring future engineers – taught him something new about leadership, people, and perspective.

We recently sat down with Adam to talk about his roots, his lessons learned, and what still fuels him today.

Fifty years is more than a milestone – it’s a legacy. Monument is proud to celebrate Indresh Mathur, Director of Innovation & Customer Solutions for Renewables & Fuels, as he marks five decades of innovation, leadership, and problem-solving.

At Monument Chemical’s Antwerp site, safety isn’t just a priority – it’s a way of working. And after more than 2,200 days without a lost-time injury (LTI), the team has a powerful reminder of what’s possible when everyone – from the plant floor to the leadership team – takes ownership of safety.

Monument Chemical is proud to announce a major milestone: our Renewables and Fuels business has been awarded a multi-year contract by the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), part of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), to supply JP-10 and PF-1: two of the most advanced, high-energy propellants in the world.

What do you get when you mix elephant toothpaste, balloon helicopters, and a team of chemical engineers? A classroom full of wide-eyed students and hands-on learning they’ll never forget!

For the second year in a row, Monument Chemical brought science to life during an immersive STEAM Lab takeover at Meade County’s College & Career Center. The event, which spanned two days and engaged Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) students across grade levels, showcased just how exciting and relevant science can be — both in the lab and in life.

May is Mental Health Month – a time to remember that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health. At Monument, we believe supporting your well-being means having the right resources available and creating spaces where connection and care are part of everyday life. This month, we’re excited to share two ways that belief is being put into action...