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8 December 2025
HydroThane Revamps Leadership to Boost Growth
New leadership aims to enhance partnerships, expand markets, and focus on sustainable projects, leveraging Axens' support and global reach.
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.
4 December 2025
Ørsted's Borkum Riffgrund 3 Offshore Wind Farm in Germany Begins Power Production
Borkum Riffgrund 3 delivers first power to Germany's grid, aiding decarbonization via CPPAs. Full commissioning expected Q1 2026.
3 December 2025
UPM Halts Label Production in Nancy, France
The Nancy site will shift to a slitting and distribution terminal. 79 employees are affected. UPM aims to boost profitability and efficiency by centralizing production.
2 December 2025
Genmab Names Séverine Lemoine as France GM
Séverine Lemoine will lead operations in France, focusing on product launches and expanding the local presence in oncology.
2 December 2025
Holcim Expands Circular Construction with Acquisitions in UK, Germany, France
Acquisitions boost recycling capacity to 1.3Mt annually, supporting a target of 20Mt by 2030 and expanding circular construction services across Europe.
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28 November 2025
Borealis Earns Stellantis CSR Supplier Award
Borealis was the only advanced plastics firm shortlisted, highlighting its leadership in sustainable mobility solutions and strong collaboration with Stellantis.
25 November 2025
TotalEnergies Withdraws LNG Terminal in Le Havre
With stabilized gas supply in Europe, the floating LNG terminal in Le Havre is deemed unnecessary and will be demobilized.
25 November 2025
Arkema and Poolp Launch Bio-Based 3D-Printed Coffee Table Nomura
Nomura, inspired by jellyfish, uses bio-based Rilsan® Clear. It showcases innovation in sustainable, large-format 3D printing with reduced waste and complex design capabilities.
21 November 2025
BASF Introduces xarvio FIELD MANAGER for Wine Grapes
New digital tool aids wine grape growers in France, Spain, and Türkiye, enhancing crop health, resource use, and sustainability with data-driven agronomic recommendations.
21 November 2025
Orano's Uranium Enrichment Expansion: EIB Site Visit
EIB delegation visits Tricastin to review progress on the €1.7B Georges Besse 2 expansion, enhancing EU energy sovereignty with new enrichment modules operational by 2030.
20 November 2025
Brenntag Specialties to Distribute Calyxia Microcapsules
Brenntag will distribute Calyxia's microencapsulation tech for advanced materials in the Americas, China, and EMEA, enhancing performance and sustainability in CASE and composites markets.
20 November 2025
ORLEN Group Reports Record Q3 2025 Profit and Investment
ORLEN's Q3 2025 saw high investment in energy security, record dividends, and growth in renewable capacity, with strong performance across all segments despite challenging conditions.
19 November 2025
UPM Introduces WISA-LNG Spruce Plywood for LNG Transport
UPM's new spruce plywood, developed with GTT, enhances LNG transport with improved insulation, sustainability, and increased production capacity.
19 November 2025
INEOS Invests €250m in Lavera with French Government Support
The investment aims to modernize Lavera, cut emissions, and secure jobs, with French State backing. High energy costs threaten European industry competitiveness.
18 November 2025
Repsol Foundation Acquires 14% of Coleo's Textile Recycling Division
The investment supports sustainable textile recycling, promoting social inclusion, environmental protection, and economic growth through new waste management and recovery plants.
18 November 2025
Lhyfe Secures Renewable Hydrogen Supply Deal for Heavy Mobility
Lhyfe will supply over 200 tonnes of RFNBO-certified hydrogen, enabling trucks to travel 2.5 million km and cut 1,700 tonnes of CO₂ emissions. Contract effective from 1 November 2025.
18 November 2025
Plenitude Acquires 760 MW Renewable Assets from Neoen in France
The acquisition boosts Plenitude's growth strategy, enhancing its renewable capacity and market presence in France, pending regulatory approval.
18 November 2025
TotalEnergies Responds to French Competition Authority's Decision on Corsica
TotalEnergies disputes a fine over Corsica fuel supply, citing lack of evidence and plans to appeal, while reviewing its operations on the island.
18 November 2025
Veolia Introduces Electricity Flexibility at French Waste Recovery Site
A waste recovery site in France adjusts electricity output in seconds to stabilize the grid, using a digital solution. Veolia plans to expand this technology to 25 sites.
17 November 2025
Verso Energy Awards FEED Contract to Rely for DEZiR Project
DEZiR eSAF project in France advances to FEED stage, aiming to decarbonize aviation with scalable Methanol-to-Jet production, supported by EU and France 2030 programs.
17 November 2025
TotalEnergies Acquires 50% of EPH's European Power Assets
The €5.1B deal creates a joint venture, boosting flexible power generation and enhancing TotalEnergies' position in European electricity markets. Completion expected mid-2026.
14 November 2025
OGDC 2025 Report: Progress in Oil & Gas Decarbonization
OGDC expands reporting, sets 2030 emissions goals, and invests $32B in low-carbon solutions, with 98% production data covered and increased CEO engagement.
13 November 2025
INEOS Styrolution Closes Wingles Polystyrene Production
Production shifts to Antwerp to enhance competitiveness. Workforce changes comply with local laws. ABS production at Wingles remains unaffected.
12 November 2025
Solvay Secures US Rare Earth Supply with Permag and LCM Deal
The partnership ensures a stable Samarium supply for high-performance magnets, supporting sustainable and secure supply chains for critical materials in various industries.
10 November 2025
RWE Wins Two Onshore Wind Projects in France
RWE secures two wind projects in France, totaling 21.6 MW, contributing to its regional growth and energy transition efforts.
6 November 2025
Arkema in Top 100 of Financial Times' 2026 Diversity Leaders
Arkema improved its diversity ranking, moving from 288th to 94th overall, 15th among French firms, and 3rd in its sector, based on employee surveys and diversity metrics.
6 November 2025
BASF Beauty Care Solutions Joins UEBT for Ethical Sourcing
Recognized for eco-conscious supply chains, BASF's Responsibly Active program emphasizes sustainable sourcing, biodiversity, and community empowerment in cosmetic bioactives.
6 November 2025
Heidelberg Materials Reports Q3 Growth, Confirms 2025 Outlook
Q3 results up 5%, operating margin at 25.9%. Transformation Accelerator boosts savings. CCS projects advance, with evoZero cement deliveries starting. 2025 outlook remains positive.
5 November 2025
DuPont Awards Highlight Top PPE Innovations with Nomex® and Kevlar®
The awards recognize advancements in PPE for sustainability, multi-hazard protection, and firefighter safety using Nomex® and Kevlar® fabrics.
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