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20 February 2026
Uniper and GSPC Sign LNG Supply Deal
Starting 2028, up to 0.5 MTPA LNG will be delivered to India's west coast, enhancing energy ties and addressing supply-demand gaps.
15 February 2026
Westlake Epoxy Expands Partnership in India
The partnership extends to South and West India, enhancing access to epoxy solutions for CASE and construction markets with local expertise and reliable supply.
11 February 2026
BASF Enhances Global Business Services with New Hubs
BASF consolidates Finance and HR in India, Supply Chain in Malaysia, to boost cost efficiency and service delivery, while maintaining regional operations for proximity.
10 February 2026
Brenntag Opens Nutrition Innovation Center in India
The new center enhances technical capabilities, speeds up product development, and strengthens collaboration in food and beverage sectors across the region.
10 February 2026
Arkema Reports Year 9 Results for Pragati Sustainable Castor Program
Pragati certifies 10,000+ farmers, boosts yields by 32%, cuts water use by 30%, and empowers women in sustainable castor farming over 12,000 hectares.
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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5 February 2026
BASF Highlights Light Stabilizers for Plastic Durability at Plastindia 2026
BASF showcases additives enhancing plastic durability in agriculture, power cables, pontoons, and storage tanks at Plastindia 2026.
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.
30 January 2026
Praj and Axens Demonstrate Ethanol-to-Jet Pathway for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Praj's demo plant validates ethanol as feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel, ready for commercial use, supporting low-carbon aviation transition.
29 January 2026
Dow Q4 2025 Financial Results
Net sales fell 9% YoY. GAAP net loss was $1.5B. Op. EBIT dropped $421M. Cost savings partly offset declines. Dividends totaled $251M. CEO highlights cost actions and future productivity goals.
28 January 2026
BASF to Launch Digital Hub in Hyderabad
BASF's Hyderabad Digital Hub will enhance global digital services, streamline operations, and reduce workforce by 2030, focusing on value-driven digital solutions.
27 January 2026
LanzaTech to Build Ethanol Facility in India with SED
The facility will convert sugarcane bagasse into ethanol, supporting rural growth and sustainable energy in India under the SED Smart Village initiative.
22 January 2026
LanzaTech Closes $20M Private Placement
LanzaTech secures $20M from investors to advance carbon recycling projects in Asia and Europe, enhancing energy resilience and sustainable fuel production.
22 January 2026
Air Liquide Expands Low-Carbon Electricity Sourcing with 3 TWh PPAs by 2025
The program targets carbon-heavy regions, reducing 3.5 million tonnes of CO2 annually by 2027, and supports customer decarbonization.
19 January 2026
Coolbrook Adds Robin von Plettenberg to Board
Robin von Plettenberg joins the board to guide strategy, financing, and governance, leveraging his expertise in clean technologies and industrial projects.
12 January 2026
Essar Future Energy and Gujarat Government Sign MoU for ₹5,100 Crore Bio-Fuel Project
Essar to build a bio-fuel complex in Gujarat, creating 350 jobs by 2029, focusing on decarbonizing aviation, shipping, and transport sectors.
12 January 2026
Uniper and AM Green Sign Agreement for 500,000 Tons of Renewable Ammonia Annually
The agreement marks India's first renewable ammonia offtake, supporting its National Hydrogen Mission and aiding Uniper's low-carbon portfolio for European industries. First shipment expected by 2028.
9 January 2026
INEOS Electrolysers Enhance Efficiency and Cut Energy Costs in India
A new electrolyser at Chemfab Alkalis boosts operational efficiency, reliability, and reduces energy costs, supporting modernisation and sustainability goals.
7 January 2026
Technip Energies Secures Contracts for BPCL's Bina and Mumbai Refineries
Technip Energies to build polypropylene and Butene-1 units at Bina and manage construction of India's first PRFCC unit at Mumbai, enhancing BPCL's refinery and petrochemical capabilities.
24 December 2025
bp sells 65% of Castrol to Stonepeak for $10 billion
bp will use $6 billion proceeds to cut debt, strengthen its balance sheet, and focus on downstream strategy. The deal includes a new joint venture with Stonepeak. Completion expected by 2026.
23 December 2025
Arkema to Divest Plastic Additives to Praana
Arkema plans to sell its impact modifiers and processing aids businesses, including a Dutch facility, to refocus on strategic activities. Completion expected Q1 2026, pending consultations.
18 December 2025
BASF | Nunhems Acquires Noble Seeds to Boost India's Vegetable Seed Market
The acquisition adds cauliflower and radish to the portfolio, expands market coverage in North India, and is expected to close by Q1 2026, pending statutory approval.
10 December 2025
AkzoNobel Sells Akzo Nobel India to JSW Group
AkzoNobel completes sale of its liquid paints and coatings business in India to JSW Group, retaining its powder coatings and research center. Transaction valued at €1.4 billion.
9 December 2025
CABB Group Sells Jayhawk Fine Chemicals to Anupam Rasayan
CABB shifts focus to Pharma and Life Science, selling Jayhawk for $150M. Anupam Rasayan aims to expand in the US and enhance its performance materials business. Transaction closes in January.
9 December 2025
thyssenkrupp Reports Positive Cash Flow and Strategic Progress in 2024/2025
Order intake rose 15%, sales fell 6%. Adjusted EBIT up 13%. Free cash flow positive for third year. Strategic transformation and efficiency improvements underway.
1 December 2025
Clariant Announces Leadership Change in Care Chemicals
Marcelo Lu to succeed Christian Vang as President of Care Chemicals in 2026. Vang will advise for six months post-transition.
28 November 2025
Boehringer Ingelheim Appoints Harsha Deshmukh to Board
Harsha Deshmukh will lead IT and Global Business Services from February 2026, focusing on digital transformation and business service development.
12 November 2025
Adani Cement and Coolbrook Launch First Commercial RotoDynamic Heater for Cement Decarbonisation
The RotoDynamic Heater will cut cement emissions by 60,000 tonnes annually, using renewable energy to decarbonise production and enhance alternative fuel use.
6 November 2025
Air Products Fiscal 2025 Results Summary
Fiscal 2025 saw adjusted EPS of $12.03, with a $2.9B operating income. Q4 adjusted EPS was $3.39. Fiscal 2026 EPS guidance is $12.85-$13.15, with $4B in capital expenditures expected.
6 November 2025
TA’ZIZ and Sanmar Sign Major Chemical Export Deal
TA’ZIZ will export 350,000 tonnes of UAE-made chemicals annually to Egypt and India, supporting PVC production and strengthening UAE-India industrial ties.
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