Australian chemical industry news

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  16 March 2026

  Neste Advocates Strong Anti-Fraud Measures in Biofuels Supply Chains

  Neste emphasizes rigorous supplier audits, traceability, and collaboration to combat fraud in renewable raw materials, ensuring compliance and authenticity in its supply chains.
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  12 March 2026

  Aptar Pharma and COVIRIX Medical Develop Inhalable Antivirals

  The collaboration explores using Aptar's DPI platform for COVIRIX's antiviral delivery, targeting respiratory viruses with high local efficacy and minimal side effects.
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  12 March 2026

  RWE Reports Strong 2025 Financials, Plans Growth to 2031

  RWE plans €35B investments by 2031, boosting capacity to 65 GW. Focus on US and Germany, with 10% annual dividend growth. Earnings per share to rise from €2.48 to €4.40.
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  11 March 2026

  Sandra Dettmer Joins RWE Renewables Europe & Australia as COO

  Sandra Dettmer becomes COO, overseeing engineering, construction, and operation of wind, solar, and battery projects, plus HSE. She joins CEO Sopna Sury and CFO Simon Bockmühl on the board.
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  6 March 2026

  Iberdrola Acquires First Wind Farm in Victoria, Australia

  Iberdrola acquires Ararat Wind Farm, expanding its presence in five Australian states and reinforcing its renewable energy strategy with a 242 MW capacity.
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  4 March 2026

  thyssenkrupp Uhde Installs EnviNOx® for Emission Cuts at CSBP Nitric Acid Plants

  EnviNOx® tech cuts N₂O emissions by 98% at CSBP's NAAN3 plant, aiding WesCEF's 2030 emission goals and supporting decarbonization in agriculture and mining.

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  4 March 2026

  Axens Joins FACET for Australian eFuel Plant Study

  The project aims to produce low-carbon eFuels for maritime and aviation sectors, enhancing regional fuel security and utilizing Australia's renewable resources. Completion is expected by April 2026.
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  4 March 2026

  thyssenkrupp Uhde's EnviNOx® Cuts Nitrous Oxide Emissions at CSBP

  EnviNOx® tech reduces N₂O emissions by 98% at CSBP's nitric acid plants, aiding WesCEF's 2030 emissions goals and supporting decarbonization in agriculture and mining.
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  4 March 2026

  Teijin Aramid Wins 2026 Innovation Award at Tire Technology Expo

  Twaron Next® enabled solar car tires to win the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, showcasing circular fiber innovation and strong industry collaboration.
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  25 February 2026

  BASF SE Nominates Mark Garrett for Supervisory Board Election 2026

  Mark Garrett, former CEO and board member, is nominated to succeed Liming Chen on BASF's Supervisory Board, with the election set for April 2026.
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  17 February 2026

  Roche Appoints Mark Dawson to Executive Committee

  Mark Dawson becomes Head of Pharma Research and Early Development, joining from Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, effective May 2026.
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  10 February 2026

  Worley Partners with Samsung C&T for CO₂ Sequestration in Qatar

  Worley to provide engineering for Qatar's LNG CO₂ sequestration, storing 4.3 million metric tonnes annually, supporting sustainable development and energy transition.
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  7 February 2026

  Johnson & Johnson Shares OMNY-AF Pilot Study Results at AF Symposium 2026

  OMNY-AF study shows 100% procedural success, 90% effectiveness at 12 months. VARIPULSE data highlights low neurovascular events and consistent safety across clinical settings.
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  5 February 2026

  Heidelberg Materials Acquires Maas Group's Construction Materials Business in Australia

  The acquisition includes 40 quarries, 22 concrete plants, and 2 asphalt sites, enhancing product offerings in Eastern Australia. Completion expected in the second half of 2026.
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  3 February 2026

  AkzoNobel Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Profit Margin Growth

  Organic sales dipped, but efficiency boosted margins. Operating income rose, cash flow improved, and a merger with Axalta is proposed. No major market recovery expected in 2026.
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  22 January 2026

  Iberdrola Sells Hungarian Wind Assets for €171 Million

  Iberdrola sold 158 MW of wind capacity in Hungary, aligning with its strategy to focus on core businesses and key markets like the US and UK.
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  15 January 2026

  Iberdrola Achieves Top Employer Enterprise Seal Again

  Recognized for excellence in people management, Iberdrola surpasses industry standards, securing the Top Employer Enterprise seal for the second year, with certifications in ten countries.
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  15 January 2026

  Avantium and Packamama Partner for Sustainable Wine Packaging

  The partnership secures plant-based PEF for wine bottles, reducing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability with government support.
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  13 January 2026

  BASF Acquires AgBiTech for Biological Insect Control

  BASF to fully acquire AgBiTech by 2026, enhancing insect control solutions in Brazil with NPV technology, supporting sustainable agriculture and integrated pest management.
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  5 January 2026

  Terumo Asia Pacific Earns Second Consecutive Great Place to Work Certification

  All eight Terumo Asia Pacific entities are certified as a Great Place to Work, highlighting their commitment to a supportive workplace culture and enhancing talent attraction and retention.
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  17 December 2025

  BP Leadership Change Announced

  Meg O’Neill named CEO, effective April 2026. Murray Auchincloss steps down; Carol Howle interim CEO. Transition aims to enhance strategic growth and shareholder value.
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  17 December 2025

  Brenntag's Exclusive Nitric Acid Distribution Deal with Henan Yongchang in Australia and New Zealand

  The agreement boosts supply security, expands product offerings, and strengthens partnerships in agriculture, mining, and industrial sectors in Australia and New Zealand.
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  17 December 2025

  Worley Sells Power Services to SPIE Global Services Energy

  Worley sells its Power Services in Australia to simplify operations. SPIE aims to enhance its presence in operations, maintenance, and asset integrity in the green energy sector.
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  16 December 2025

  Iberdrola and Microsoft Sign 150 MW PPAs and Expand AI Collaboration

  The alliance enhances digital capabilities, AI use, and renewable energy projects, including new PPAs in Spain and existing ones in the US, totaling 500 MW.
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  11 December 2025

  TechnipFMC Secures Contract for Chevron's Gorgon Stage 3 Subsea Systems

  TechnipFMC to supply Subsea 2.0® systems and flexible jumpers for Gorgon Stage 3, introducing 7-inch subsea trees to enhance production and flow assurance.
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  9 December 2025

  RWE Subsidiary Board Changes

  Katja Wünschel leaves for Vonovia; Sopna Sury to lead RWE Renewables Europe & Australia. Nikolaus Valerius assumes hydrogen business duties.
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  9 December 2025

  OCI Global and Orascom Construction Merge to Form Global Infrastructure Platform

  The merger creates a scalable infrastructure platform with three strategic pillars, enhancing growth and diversification, led by Nassef Sawiris as Non-Executive Chair.
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  8 December 2025

  Genmab Reports Promising Epcoritamab Data for Richter Transformation Treatment

  Epcoritamab shows high response rates and potential as monotherapy and in combination for treating Richter Transformation, with manageable side effects.
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  8 December 2025

  TechnipFMC Delivers 100th Subsea 2.0 Tree to Shell

  The 100th Subsea 2.0 tree, made in Malaysia, will be used in the Gulf of America. The platform's modular design reduces lead time and enhances efficiency in subsea operations.
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  6 December 2025

  Genmab Reports Epcoritamab Trials Show Remission in DLBCL and FL

  Epcoritamab shows high response rates in DLBCL and FL trials, with promising results in elderly patients and manageable side effects.