Chemical industry in Lebanon

Latest Lebanese chemical industry news

31 July 2026
Holcim: H1 recurring EBIT +11.5% organically, guidance upgraded

Net sales +5.2% organic H1; recurring EBIT margin 18.1%; closed Xella and Cementos Pacasmayo; FY2026 guidance raised to ~5% sales and ~10% recurring EBIT growth.

18 May 2026
Seven MDBs Pledge Support for Middle East Conflict Impacts

Offer financing, policy, private‑sector tools and technical assistance to manage shocks to energy, food and trade — providing relief, budget support, liquidity, trade finance, firm support and resilience investments

9 January 2026
TotalEnergies Secures Block 8 Offshore Lebanon Exploration Permit

The consortium will conduct a 1,200 km² 3D seismic survey on Block 8 to evaluate exploration potential, following an unsuccessful well in Block 9.