South Korean chemical industry news (page 3)

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  22 August 2025

  Air Liquide to Acquire South Korea's DIG Airgas

  The acquisition strengthens market position in South Korea, enhancing growth in electronics, clean energy, and mobility sectors, with expected completion in 2026.
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  21 August 2025

  Lotte Chemical Unveils Aria Collection of Premium Artificial Marble

  The Aria Collection offers nine new marble designs for high-end interiors, targeting domestic and global markets, with plans for antibacterial models and expansion into the U.S. and Europe.
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  21 August 2025

  Covestro Names Annie Chen as Taiwan Managing Director

  Annie Chen, current Head of Supply Chain, will succeed Dr. Carsten Wildebrand as Managing Director in Taiwan, continuing to lead supply chain operations in Asia-Pacific.
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  21 July 2025

  Air Liquide Opens Molybdenum Plant in South Korea for Semiconductors

  The new plant supplies ultra-high purity molybdenum for semiconductors, supporting a shift from tungsten and enhancing advanced chip production for AI applications.
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  10 July 2025

  Ørsted Secures Financing for Greater Changhua 2 Project

  Ørsted advances its strategic goals with project financing for Greater Changhua 2, supported by international banks and export credit agencies.
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  12 March 2025

  Perpetual Next Opens New Biomethanol Site in Delfzijl

  Groningen Seaports allocates a site for biomethanol production, supporting maritime fuel transition and boosting European raw materials strategy.

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  7 January 2025

  Perpetual Next Issues Tender for 660,000 Tons of Bio Methanol Sales

  Perpetual Next seeks partners for bio methanol offtake, aiming for market leadership amid rising demand, with facilities in Europe and Asia, focusing on long-term global distribution.
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  24 August 2012

  Samsung Opens European R&D Center at Industriepark Höchst

  The new center will develop materials for monitors, heat-resistant polymers, and water filtration components. It aims to enhance R&D capabilities and leverage Industriepark Höchst's infrastructure.