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1 September 2025
dsm-firmenich Expands Executive Committee for Consumer-Focused Growth
Alessandre Keller and Maurizio Clementi join the Executive Committee, focusing on health, nutrition, and taste segments for strategic growth.
1 September 2025
Worley Appoints Former Incitec Pivot CEO to Board
Jeanne Johns joins as Non-Executive Director, bringing global expertise. Sharon Warburton retires after six years, noted for her leadership in strategy and risk management.
29 August 2025
BASF Delivers First CAM for Semi-Solid-State Batteries to WELION
BASF and WELION advance Solid-State battery tech, achieving mass production in a year with enhanced energy density and safety through new CAM technology.
19 August 2025
Trinseo Launches Recycling Project in Zhangjiagang
Trinseo invests $20M in a recycling project, enhancing Zhangjiagang's industrial growth and circular economy, supported by local government for high-quality development.
13 August 2025
Eastman and Huafon to Produce Cellulose Acetate Yarn in China
The partnership aims to boost local production and innovation of sustainable cellulose acetate yarn, enhancing supply chain agility and market presence in China.
7 August 2025
Clariant Expands Stabilizer Production and Applications
Increased production in China boosts stabilizer use in artificial turf and medical sectors, enhancing durability and color stability.
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5 August 2025
Commission Approves €11 Billion French Offshore Wind Aid
The EU approved a French scheme to support offshore wind farms, using a two-way CfD to ensure market stability and reduce import dependency, aiding the net-zero transition.
5 August 2025
MOL Group and KazMunayGas Ink Oil Trading Deal
MOL imports 85,000 tons of CPC crude to Croatia, enhancing supply security in Central and Eastern Europe. The deal builds on a strategic partnership for oil diversification and cooperation.
31 July 2025
WACKER Q2 Earnings Meet Expectations
Sales and EBITDA fell due to weak demand and trade uncertainties. Net income was negative. Full-year outlook revised down. Focus on growth, cash, and cost management.
31 July 2025
Clariant Q2 2025: Strong Profitability, Flat Sales
EBITDA margin rose to 17.5% despite flat sales. Savings program underway. 2025 sales growth forecast lowered to 1-3%.
29 July 2025
Arkema Achieves Global ISCC PLUS Certification for Acrylic Monomers
ISCC PLUS certification enables efficient, low-carbon projects in coatings, adhesives, and more, using bio-attributed monomers and a Mass Balance approach for renewable materials.
29 July 2025
Clariant and Shanghai Electric Partner for China's Energy Transition
The alliance aims to boost green methanol, ammonia, and sustainable aviation fuel production in China, leveraging catalyst expertise and process competence.
29 June 2025
INEOS Faces £23M Penalty Despite 75% Emission Cuts
A UK site risks reclassification, losing carbon credits, despite cutting emissions. This may push industry offshore, challenging UK's clean investment credibility.
23 June 2025
KMG and CNPC Enhance Cooperation
Leaders discussed gas supply terms, infrastructure development, and mature field technologies, confirming commitment to strategic collaboration.
21 April 2025
Aramco and BYD Partner on New Energy Vehicle Tech
The agreement aims to enhance vehicle efficiency and environmental performance through joint R&D, focusing on innovative technologies for energy transition and climate solutions.
9 April 2025
Aramco, Sinopec, Yasref Plan Petrochemical Expansion
The agreement aims to develop a fully-integrated petrochemical complex at Yasref, enhancing production and diversifying output, coinciding with Yasref's 10th anniversary.
8 October 2024
Covestro Invests €100M in R&D to Enhance Global Innovation Centers
Investments focus on digitalization, circular economy, and innovation in process technology, enhancing R&D capabilities in key global sites for sustainable solutions.
22 January 2015
BASF to Expand Global PVP Production
Investing €56M, BASF will boost PVP production by 6,000 metric tons across plants in Germany, USA, and China, targeting pharmaceutical, cosmetic, detergent, and food sectors.
21 March 2013
Huntsman Invests $135M in US and European MDI Plants
$135M investment to boost MDI capacity in Geismar, USA by 50ktes and upgrade Rotterdam, Netherlands site. New facilities to enhance production and flexibility, leveraging US shale gas benefits.
