Czech chemical industry news

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  22 May 2026

  EU awards €400m to 65 projects to decarbonise industrial heat

  Across 10 EEA countries, projects deploy heat pumps, resistance, solar thermal and hybrids in sectors like pulp, steel, glass and food - avoiding 6.6M tCO2 over 10 years. Grant deals expected H2 2026.
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  24 April 2026

  EMA recommends Redemplo for adults with familial chylomicronaemia syndrome (FCS)

  siRNA blocking APOC3 cut triglycerides 80% vs 17% in trial; lowered acute pancreatitis rates; given subcutaneously every 3 months; common AEs: hyperglycaemia, headache, nausea.
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  22 April 2026

  Rompetrol Rafinare’s Vega Ploieşti starts 60%‑purity hexane production

  Unit optimizations enable higher‑purity hexane suited for oil extraction, adhesives, paints and degreasing; ~150 t/day capacity, boosts extraction yields and shortens processing time.
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  16 April 2026

  Lilly ACHIEVE‑4 confirms Foundayo cardiovascular safety and cardiometabolic benefits

  ACHIEVE-4: Foundayo non-inferior vs insulin glargine for MACE-4 (HR 0.84); improved A1C (-1.6 vs -1.0) and weight (-8.8% vs +1.7%) at 52 wks; 57% lower all-cause death; GI AEs; FDA filing planned.
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  15 April 2026

  EnviTec Biogas Completes Second Gas-Upgrading Plant in Slovakia

  417 Nm³/h gas-upgrading unit in Ožďany enables upgrade of 750 Nm³/h biogas to biomethane; operation continues electricity generation, plans to scale to 1,300 Nm³/h and switch to waste feedstock.
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  2 April 2026

  FDA approves Lilly's Foundayo (orforglipron), oral GLP‑1 for anytime dosing

  Oral GLP‑1 produced ~12% mean weight loss (~27 lb) at 72 weeks in Phase 3. Available via direct home delivery with low‑cost copays; carries thyroid tumor and GI side‑effect warnings.

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  2 April 2026

  SPIE to acquire Czech cleanroom specialist BLOCK group

  Acquisition adds turnkey cleanroom design, engineering and automation for pharma, biotech and microelectronics. Target posted €50M (FY2025) and ~160 staff. Closing expected Q2 2026.
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  31 March 2026

  OCI Global sells OCI Ammonia Holding to AGROFERT

  100% stake in ammonia holding sold for EUR 290m (subject to closing adjustments). Sale includes Europoort terminal and distribution; Geleen production retains terminal access via throughput agreement.
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  23 March 2026

  Veolia to exit coal at Karviná by 2029 with multi‑energy plant

  Transforms local heating to RDF/biomass/gas cogeneration (53% RDF), serving ~50,000 households, cutting CO2 by ~200,000 t, improving air quality and energy autonomy.
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  12 February 2026

  ORLEN Aviation Expands to Prague Market

  ORLEN Aviation secures a license to refuel aircraft at Prague Airport, marking its first international operational contract, starting Q2 2026.
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  20 January 2026

  Synthos and Ekovoltis Innovate in Polish Energy Market

  Private capital enhances Poland's energy stability, marking a shift from centralized assets to diverse, cooperative models in the system services market.
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  16 January 2026

  Altris Advances Sodium-Ion Batteries with New Partnerships

  Altris secures key partnerships and recognition, advancing sodium-ion battery industrialization in Europe with strategic investments and collaborations.
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  15 January 2026

  Altris and Draslovka to Scale Europe’s First Sodium‑Ion Cathode Supply Chain

  Converting a Kolín line to produce up to 350 t/year of sodium‑ion cathode material (~175 MWh). €19.3M in‑kind investment; production due late Q3–early Q4 2026.
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  19 December 2025

  ORLEN Acquires Full Ownership of Butadiene Unit from Synthos

  The deal secures control over a butadiene unit, integrates it into ORLEN's value chain, and revises agreements for future cooperation and operational flexibility.
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  15 December 2025

  Uniper to Sell 20% Stake in OPAL Gas Pipeline

  Uniper is selling its OPAL stake per EU decision. Expressions of interest are due by Jan 29, 2026. The process will be open and transparent.
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  15 December 2025

  BASF and OQEMA Partner for Distribution in Central and Eastern Europe

  The partnership covers polymer dispersions and additives, leveraging OQEMA's network for fast delivery and technical support, focusing on quality, reliability, and sustainability.
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  21 November 2025

  Equinor Secures 10-Year Gas Supply Deal with Czech Republic

  Gas deliveries to the Czech Republic have begun, enhancing energy security and supply stability for households and businesses until 2035.
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  6 November 2025

  Brenntag Announces Exclusive Distribution Deal with ADM

  The agreement focuses on soy-based ingredients for Eastern Europe, Saudi Arabia, and UAE, enhancing Brenntag's regional reach and ADM's market growth.
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  29 September 2025

  ORLEN VC Invests in Synthetic Aviation Fuel Technology

  Investment in technology to convert hydrogen and CO₂ into e-SAF supports decarbonization goals, enhancing competitive edge in sustainable aviation fuel market.
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  23 September 2025

  EIB Funds €25M for Tecnocap's Sustainable Initiatives

  EIB supports energy efficiency and renewable projects in Italy and Czech Republic, enhancing competitiveness and fostering green transition in cohesion regions.
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  19 September 2025

  Synthos Merger Announcement

  The merger aims to streamline operations and cut costs. Effective December 1, 2025, all assets and commitments will transfer, with no impact on existing business relations.
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  15 September 2025

  ORLEN Expands SAF Fuel Availability in Baltic Markets

  SAF is now available in Vilnius, Riga, and Tallinn, reducing emissions and supporting EU regulations. ORLEN plans further expansion and domestic production to enhance sustainability.
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  11 September 2025

  Momentive Expands European Distribution with Safic-Alcan Partnership

  Safic-Alcan will distribute Momentive's silicone elastomers in France and Eastern Europe, enhancing market reach and supporting innovation, performance, and sustainability.
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  29 August 2025

  ORLEN and Equinor Sign Long-Term Oil Supply Deal

  ORLEN secures 6M tonnes of crude from Norway's Johan Sverdrup field, covering 15% of annual demand, enhancing energy security and reducing CO₂ emissions.
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  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.
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  23 July 2025

  Czech Republic Approves Biomethane and Geothermal Energy Strategy

  The Czech plan boosts biomethane and geothermal energy to enhance energy security, cut fossil fuel reliance, and support climate goals, with targets for production and infrastructure by 2030.
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  2 July 2025

  ORLEN and Naftogaz Sign New Gas Supply Deal

  140 million cubic metres of U.S. LNG will be supplied to Ukraine, enhancing energy security and supporting EU goals.
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  30 June 2025

  ORLEN Secures Energy Independence, Ends Russian Oil Imports

  Since March 2025, refineries process non-Russian oil, enhancing regional energy security through global sourcing and infrastructure upgrades.
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  6 March 2025

  Draslovka Partners with Natron Energy on Sodium-Ion Batteries

  The partnership focuses on developing Prussian blue materials for sodium-ion batteries, enhancing production capabilities in the EU and U.S., and promoting sustainable energy solutions.
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  13 January 2025

  Spolana Restructures for Future Transformation

  Production shifts focus to industrial decarbonisation, closing PVC and caprolactam lines, cutting 500 jobs, offering severance and retraining, while modernizing sulphuric acid production.