Indian chemical industry news

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.
2 April 2026

Coolbrook partners with Doncasters to manufacture RDH aerofoil castings

Supports first commercial heater demo at Adani Cement (India), advancing electrified high-temp process heating to cut heavy-industry CO2 by up to 30%; UK casting output to scale.
30 March 2026

UPM opens Adhesive Materials terminal near New Delhi

New slitting and distribution terminal near New Delhi to boost service in Northern and Eastern India with tailored inventory and short lead times; complements Mumbai terminal; operations start Q3 2026.
27 March 2026

Eastman raises ester prices effective April 1, 2026

isobutyl acetate +$0.15/lb (NA, LatAm), +$0.28/lb (APAC); n-butyl (excl Eastapure) +$0.15/lb (NA, LatAm); n-propyl +$0.15/lb (NA, LatAm). Cited higher raw-material and energy costs.
27 March 2026

Fondazione MAIRE presents Climate Goals study in Berlin

Fourth edition of Climate Goals study shows Germany as highly aware, pragmatic on energy transition; emphasizes technical focus, workforce upskilling, and shift of momentum toward emerging economies.
23 March 2026

WACKER expands silicone emulsion production in India

New Panagarh GMP-certified silicone emulsion plant boosts local capacity, adds 60 jobs, serves cosmetics/personal-care customers, lets Amtala shift toward R&D and innovation.

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