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18 November 2025
Vega Ploieşti Refinery: 120 Years of Operation
Vega, a key player in Romania's industry, evolved from crude oil processing to niche production, supplying bitumen, hexane, and solvents, adapting to market changes over 120 years.
10 November 2025
Rompetrol Rafinare's Ecological Rehabilitation of Vega Refinery Lagoons
The project neutralizes emissions, protects water, and restores ecosystems, using efficient treatment to transform acidic tars into inert waste, ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
7 November 2025
MOL Group Revises 2025 EBITDA Guidance Amid Strong Q3 Results
Q3 profit stable at USD 503 mn. Upstream steady, downstream boosted by refining margins. Consumer Services grew, Circular Economy Services faced seasonal challenges. Guidance reviewed.
7 November 2025
MOL Group Q3 2025 Earnings Report
Profit before tax stable at USD 503 mn. Upstream steady, downstream improved, consumer services grew. Circular economy services faced challenges. Transformation strategy continues.
6 November 2025
Brenntag Announces Exclusive Distribution Deal with ADM
The agreement focuses on soy-based ingredients for Eastern Europe, Saudi Arabia, and UAE, enhancing Brenntag's regional reach and ADM's market growth.
6 November 2025
ENGIE 9M 2025 Financial Results
Strong earnings and cash flow; FY 2025 guidance at upper range. Growth in renewables, PPAs, and flexible assets. EBIT down 7.3% due to lower energy prices. Solid balance sheet maintained.
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4 November 2025
Holcim Secures EU Funding for Romania's First CCS Cement Project
The project will produce 2 million tons of near-zero cement annually from 2032, using CCS technology, boosting sustainable growth and creating jobs in Romania.
30 October 2025
KazMunayGas 2025 Nine-Month Trading Update
Oil and gas production rose by 10%, while oil transport fell by 1.1%. Hydrocarbon processing increased by 11.7%. Notable growth at Tengiz and Karachaganak; slight decline at Kashagan.
29 October 2025
OMV Boosts Q3 2025 Clean CCS Operating Result by 20% to EUR 1.3 Billion
Fuels and Chemicals drive growth; Energy segment declines. Cash flow up 7%, leverage at 16%. Progress on Borouge Group and Neptun Deep project.
27 October 2025
Rompetrol Rafinare Advances Storage Capacity Investment
Rompetrol Rafinare upgrades tank farms, boosting storage by 20% and enhancing safety and efficiency at Petromidia refinery.
6 October 2025
OMV Updates Dividend Policy, Focuses on Growth Investments by 2030
OMV targets sustainable growth, boosts cash flow, and enhances shareholder returns, while aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050.
16 September 2025
Keynote by President von der Leyen at 'One Year After the Draghi Report' Conference
Von der Leyen highlights Europe's progress in innovation, AI, energy independence, and clean tech, emphasizing the need for continued investment and reducing dependencies.
11 September 2025
Momentive Expands European Distribution with Safic-Alcan Partnership
Safic-Alcan will distribute Momentive's silicone elastomers in France and Eastern Europe, enhancing market reach and supporting innovation, performance, and sustainability.
1 September 2025
Petromidia Offshore Terminal Turnaround Completed by KMG International
Midia Marine Terminal completed a 10-day maintenance, replacing critical hoses and ensuring uninterrupted crude supply to Petromidia refinery, despite challenging weather conditions.
31 July 2025
OMV Reports EUR 5.79 bn Sales in Q2 2025
Q2 2025: Strong chemical results, low leverage, ongoing Borouge integration, and green hydrogen projects. Energy segment hit by lower oil prices; Fuels & Feedstock affected by shutdowns.
15 May 2025
Rompetrol Rafinare Q1 2025 Operational Growth
Turnover rose 21% to $1.3B, despite a 30% EBITDA drop. Fuel sales grew, exports hit $407M, and state contributions increased to $372M. LDPE plant restarted, boosting petrochemical output.
19 February 2025
OMV Petrom Begins Sustainable Fuels Unit at Petrobrazi
The new unit will produce SAF and HVO, cutting CO₂ emissions by 65%. A €750M investment includes green hydrogen facilities, supporting energy transition and sustainable mobility.
30 July 2024
ICIG Acquires Clariant's Bioethanol Plant in Romania
The site will be run by Corden BioChem, expanding its fermentation capacity. ICIG plans significant investments and will rehire many former employees.
11 June 2024
OMV Petrom Invests EUR 750 Million to Produce Sustainable Fuels in Southeast Europe
Investing EUR 750 million, a new plant will produce 250 kt/year of sustainable fuels by 2028, including SAF, HVO, and green hydrogen, reducing CO2 emissions by at least 70%.
10 June 2024
Inauguration of Tritium Removal Facility at Cernavoda Nuclear Plant
The new facility will enhance environmental protection and energy security, using advanced Romanian technology. It marks a significant step in nuclear tech and EU sustainability goals.
6 December 2023
Clariant Closes Bioethanol Plant in Romania
The plant closure follows operational shortfalls and continued losses. Restructuring costs and provisions will impact 2023 and 2024 financials, with significant EBITDA and EBIT adjustments.
4 October 2023
Coca-Cola Romania Launches In-House rPET Manufacturing
Coca-Cola's new Ploiesti unit produces recycled PET for beverage packaging, supporting a circular economy and reducing carbon emissions. The investment aligns with Romania's Guarantee-Return System.
22 May 2023
OMV Petrom Secures NPRR Funding for Green Hydrogen Production in Romania
The project will build a 20 MW hydrogen production capacity at the Petrobrazi refinery, powered by renewable energy, reducing CO2 emissions by 70%. Completion is expected in 2025.
14 April 2023
OMV Petrom Begins Turnaround at Petrobrazi Refinery
The six-week turnaround involves 6,000 workers, 25 contractors, and €80M for modernization and safety checks on equipment, ensuring continuous fuel supply.
12 October 2022
OMV Petrom Invests EUR 130 Million in New Aromatics Unit at Petrobrazi Refinery
The new unit will double aromatic product capacity to 100 kt/year by 2026, meeting modern BAT standards. It will produce gasoline with <1% benzene and more toluene for various industrial uses.
14 June 2022
Clariant Begins Commercial Production of Cellulosic Ethanol in Romania
The plant's entire output is contracted to Shell. It will produce 50,000 tons of biofuels from local agricultural residues, supporting sustainable fuel and chemical applications.
19 April 2022
Chimcomplex Invests in Green Technology for Eco-Friendly Polyols in Romania
The project, co-financed by Innovation Norway, aims to enhance competitiveness by producing eco-friendly polyols, reducing carbon footprint, and promoting circular economy principles over 22 months.
26 March 2022
Azomures May Resume Fertilizer Production in Romania with EU Support
The EU's support package could help cover energy costs, enabling fertilizer production to restart in April, with full operations by May, aiding Romanian farmers amid supply concerns.
20 January 2022
Clariant's Podari Plant Ready for Start-Up
The biofuel plant in Romania, built with Bilfinger Tebodin's support, is mechanically complete. The facility will process 250,000 tons of straw annually, producing 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol.
15 October 2021
Clariant Completes First Commercial Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Romania
The plant processes 250,000 tons of straw annually to produce 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol, reducing greenhouse gases and boosting local economy. Operational in Q4, it supports sustainable biofuels.
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