Chinese chemical industry news

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  15 January 2026

  Siemens' Nanjing Factory Joins WEF Global Lighthouse Network

  The Nanjing site excels in cost, quality, and sustainability using AI and digital twins, cutting lead times by 78% and emissions by 28%.
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  15 January 2026

  Covestro Named Top Employer in China for Eight Years

  Covestro's HR practices excel in work environment, diversity, and digital HR, earning recognition from the Top Employers Institute for the eighth year.
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  15 January 2026

  Arkema Earns Top Employer 2026 in 10 Countries

  Recognized for HR excellence, Arkema excels in quality of life, diversity, skills development, and digital HR, covering 82% of its workforce across 10 countries.
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  14 January 2026

  Sinopec Capital Invests in Faurecia Hydrogen Energy

  Sinopec Capital's investment marks its first project in China's hydrogen energy sector, aiming to enhance the hydrogen industry chain and foster a collaborative ecosystem.
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  14 January 2026

  Nanjing Engineering Acquires East China Pipeline Design Institute

  The acquisition strengthens industry chain, enhances core competitiveness, and expands capabilities in pipeline and storage engineering, targeting emerging markets like hydrogen and aviation fuel.
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  13 January 2026

  Mitsubishi Chemical's DURABIO Plastic Used in Dongfeng Nissan Teana AI Speaker

  DURABIO, a plant-based plastic, enhances the Teana's AI speaker with superior transparency, optical properties, and durability, creating a dynamic car interior.

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  13 January 2026

  NEXTCHEM Secures Two Contracts in China for NX STAMI™ Technologies

  NEXTCHEM will provide licenses and PDPs for a new nitric acid plant and revamp a urea plant in China, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing emissions in fertilizer production.
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  12 January 2026

  Boehringer Ingelheim and Jazz Pharmaceuticals Collaborate on HER2-Targeted Breast Cancer Therapy

  Phase 1b study to test zongertinib and zanidatamab combo in HER2-positive breast cancer, aiming to improve outcomes with dual HER2-targeted therapy.
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  8 January 2026

  Fluor Completes BASF's Zhanjiang Verbund Site in South China

  Fluor achieved mechanical completion with over 75 million safe work hours. The site will be BASF's third largest, focusing on sustainable production for the Chinese market.
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  7 January 2026

  BASF Launches Steam Cracker at Zhanjiang Verbund Site

  The steam cracker at Zhanjiang uses 100% renewable energy, producing key chemicals for BASF's value chains, enhancing sustainable production and serving China's growing market.
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  5 January 2026

  WuXi Biologics Earns ISO 20400 for Sustainable Procurement

  Achieving ISO 20400, the company integrates sustainability in procurement, enhances supply chain resilience, and commits to net-zero goals with recognized ESG efforts.
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  31 December 2025

  Novo Nordisk Wins Semaglutide Patent Case in China

  China's Supreme Court upholds the semaglutide patent, boosting confidence in foreign medical innovation and supporting sustainable development in China.
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  29 December 2025

  DOMO Chemicals Germany Files for Insolvency, Restructuring Under Review

  Operations continue as the insolvency administrator explores restructuring, with wages secured for three months. High energy costs and imports have impacted the business.
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  20 December 2025

  Fluor Sells Zhuhai Fabrication Yard to COOEC

  Fluor will receive $122M from the sale. COOEC will fully own the yard, supporting future Fluor projects. Transaction completion expected in the coming months.
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  19 December 2025

  NEXTCHEM (MAIRE) Secures Urea Technology Contract in China

  A new urea plant in China will use Ultra-Low Energy technology, cutting steam use by 35% and cooling water by 16%, marking its tenth global application.
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  19 December 2025

  Idemitsu Kosan and Mitsui Chemicals to Consolidate Chiba Ethylene Complexes

  The companies will consolidate ethylene production at Mitsui's site by July 2027 to enhance competitiveness amid declining domestic demand and increased global competition.
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  18 December 2025

  INEOS' Jim Ratcliffe Urges EU Action to Save Chemical Industry

  Ratcliffe warns of Europe's chemical industry decline due to Chinese imports and high energy costs, urging immediate tariff protection and carbon tax action to prevent further facility closures.
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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

  WITTMANN Expands Production in China

  WITTMANN's Kunshan plant now produces injection molding machines locally, doubling capacity and enhancing efficiency. The site will also serve as a development hub for tailored solutions.
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  16 December 2025

  Avantium Appoints Interim COO for FDCA Plant Launch

  Hero de Jager becomes interim COO, focusing on the FDCA Flagship Plant start-up, succeeding Bram Hoffer. De Jager brings extensive experience in chemical plant operations.
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  16 December 2025

  AkzoNobel and Winning Shipping Partner for Sustainable Marine Coatings in China

  The partnership focuses on using biocide-free coatings to improve vessel efficiency and reduce emissions, aligning with China's carbon reduction goals in the maritime sector.
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  8 December 2025

  Boehringer Ingelheim's JASCAYD® Approved in China for Progressive Pulmonary Fibrosis

  JASCAYD® (nerandomilast) gains approval in China for progressive pulmonary fibrosis, offering a new treatment option after five years, based on successful Phase III trials.
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  5 December 2025

  Air Liquide to Electrify and Expand Oxygen Facility in Shaanxi, Supporting China's Decarbonization Goals

  Air Liquide invests €25M to convert its Yulin ASU to electricity, cutting CO2 emissions by 550,000 tons annually and boosting oxygen capacity by 10%, operational by end of 2027.
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  5 December 2025

  Veolia and Science City Guangzhou Launch Decarbonization Project in China

  The project captures industrial flue gas, converting waste heat into energy, reducing 200,000 tons of carbon annually, and aligns with China's green development goals.
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  4 December 2025

  Takeda Finalizes Partnership with Innovent

  Takeda acquires rights to IBI363 and IBI343 for global development and commercialization, excluding Greater China, with a $1.2 billion upfront payment to Innovent.
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  4 December 2025

  Arkema Partners with Semcorp on Battery Separator Innovation

  The partnership aims to enhance battery separator technology, supporting innovation and global market expansion, focusing on safety, efficiency, and next-gen solutions.
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  4 December 2025

  UPM and Sappi Plan Graphic Paper Joint Venture

  The joint venture aims to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and resilience in the graphic paper industry, with expected synergies of €100 million and a combined value of €1,420 million.
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  2 December 2025

  Trinseo Launches New SBR Binder for Lithium-Ion Batteries

  The new SBR Binder Platform enhances energy density, durability, and production efficiency for EV and ESS applications, supporting faster charging and long-term operation.
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  2 December 2025

  Clariant Wins 2025 Schneider Electric Supplier Award

  Recognized for halogen-free flame retardants, Clariant's partnership with Schneider Electric highlights sustainable innovation and a new model for upstream value chain collaboration.
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  1 December 2025

  WACKER Expands Silicone Business in China with New Technology Center

  A new 2,300 sqm center in Jining focuses on developing high-performance additives for plastics, coatings, and adhesives, enhancing product launches and customer support.