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4 November 2025
Boehringer Ingelheim and CDR-Life Sign Licensing Deal for CDR111 in Autoimmune Diseases
The agreement expands a successful partnership, focusing on CDR111 to target B cells in autoimmune diseases, with potential payments up to USD 570 million.
30 October 2025
BASF and ETH Zurich: Recycling Automotive Waste into High-Value Feedstock
Recycling automotive shredder residue with biomass reduces emissions, offers new feedstocks, and requires supportive policies for mixed waste gasification.
30 October 2025
dsm-firmenich Q3 2025 Update
Solid growth in Q3 with 2% organic sales increase. Updated 2025 outlook: €2.3B Adjusted EBITDA. ANH exit ongoing. Share buyback 85% complete.
30 October 2025
Covestro Q3 2025: Results Meet Expectations, Effective Cost-Cutting
Despite challenges, cost-cutting and strategic investments drive progress. Full-year forecast narrowed; focus on sustainable growth and innovation continues.
23 October 2025
BASF Announces Leadership Change in Communications
Nina Schwab-Hautzinger to leave BASF in 2026 for a new role. Successor to be announced. She modernized communications and led during key transitions.
23 October 2025
Roche Announces New Head of Group Communications
Nina Schwab-Hautzinger rejoins Roche as Head of Group Communications, effective February 2026, bringing extensive experience from BASF and previous roles at Roche.
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21 October 2025
Borealis and Promix: Recyclable Packaging for PPWR Compliance
Developed recyclable packaging with Borcycle™ M and Promix Microcell Technology, meeting EU's 2030 PPWR targets for recyclability and recycled content in non-food applications.
8 October 2025
FUCHS Acquires Swiss Partner ASEOL SUISSE AG to Expand Market Presence
FUCHS merges ASEOL with its Swiss subsidiary to enhance market reach, streamline operations, and offer a comprehensive product portfolio across various industries.
3 October 2025
Roche Board Update: Claudia Süssmuth Dyckerhoff Steps Down
Dr. Claudia Süssmuth Dyckerhoff will not seek re-election to Roche's Board in 2026, opting for a board role at another healthcare company. She has been a board member since 2016.
22 September 2025
Roche's Giredestrant Boosts Progression-Free Survival in ER-Positive Breast Cancer
Phase III trial shows giredestrant plus everolimus improves progression-free survival in ER-positive breast cancer, with no new safety concerns.
3 September 2025
dsm-firmenich Achieves 100% Renewable Electricity Target
Achieving its 2025 goal early, the company advances towards net-zero emissions by 2045, focusing on renewable energy and sustainable practices across operations.
2 September 2025
dsm-firmenich Launches emotiOn™ for Enhanced Social Connection
emotiOn™ uses fragrance to boost social interactions, blending neuroscience and behavioral science to foster emotional closeness and wellbeing.
1 September 2025
dsm-firmenich Expands Executive Committee for Consumer-Focused Growth
Alessandre Keller and Maurizio Clementi join the Executive Committee, focusing on health, nutrition, and taste segments for strategic growth.
29 August 2025
Covestro Acquires Pontacol
Acquisition expands films business, adding specialized adhesive films for growth in medical, mobility, and textiles. Includes two production sites, enhancing manufacturing and regional availability.
31 July 2025
DSM-Firmenich H1 2025 Results
Strong H1 with organic growth, €1.5B sale of Feed Enzymes, €1B share buyback. Focus on innovation, synergies, and strategic exits supports €2.4B Adjusted EBITDA outlook.
31 July 2025
Covestro Q2 2025: Market Volatility Impacts Performance
Q2 sales and EBITDA fell due to price drops and tariffs. Forecasts adjusted. Acquisition of Pontacol AG to boost sustainable growth. New CCO appointed.
9 July 2025
Heidelberg Materials Unveils Industrial Carbonation Facility in Poland
The facility uses recycled concrete paste to lower CO₂ emissions, serving as a model for global projects, and is part of the Carbon4Minerals initiative.
24 June 2025
Covestro Acquires Pontacol to Boost Specialty Films
The acquisition enhances production capacity, expands the product portfolio, and strengthens global manufacturing, targeting growth in medical, mobility, and textile markets.
19 June 2025
Climeworks and Carbon Centric Sign Carbon Removal Agreement
Norway and Switzerland launch a pilot for cross-border carbon removal, featuring a BECCS project and international carbon credit trading under the Paris Agreement.
28 November 2024
FUCHS SE completes acquisition of STRUB & Co. AG
The acquisition secures Swiss market access, retains STRUB's brand and management, and adds a research and production plant. STRUB employs 40, with EUR 15M sales in 2023.
13 September 2024
FUCHS to Acquire Swiss Lubricant Firm STRUB & Co. AG
The acquisition will provide market access and a research plant in Switzerland. Both companies share a focus on innovation and customized solutions. Completion is expected by end of 2024.
25 June 2024
DePoly Begins Showcase Plant Construction in Switzerland
The plant will recycle 500 tons of PET annually, creating 30 jobs, and serve as a model for future global expansion, targeting industries like apparel, food, and automotive.
18 June 2024
Braskem and Georg Utz AG Collaborate on Recycled PP for Food Packaging
Chemically recycled PP from post-consumer waste is used for circular food transport packaging, supporting sustainability and reducing plastic waste.
21 May 2024
Hitachi and Asco to Supply CO2 Liquefaction Plant for Swiss Energy Project
A new plant will capture and liquefy CO2 from a Swiss biogas facility, reducing emissions and fossil CO2 reliance. The liquid CO2 will be used in various industrial and commercial applications.
13 October 2023
Lonza to Add New ADC Filling Line at Stein Facility
The new cGMP filling line will enhance bioconjugate handling and create 115 jobs by 2027, expanding end-to-end ADC manufacturing capabilities and supporting clinical and commercial supply.
27 June 2023
DePoly SA secures CHF 12.3m to scale unique plastic recycling technology in Switzerland
A new CHF 12.3m seed round will help scale a pilot plant in Valais, Switzerland, using a unique chemical recycling process to convert PET plastics and polyester textiles into raw materials.
29 March 2023
Lonza Expands Drug Product Manufacturing in Visp
The new cGMP line in Visp is operational, with first batches in April 2023. It supports clinical and commercial needs, enhancing end-to-end solutions and complementing recent site expansions.
16 February 2023
Lonza Expands Bioconjugation Facility in Visp
The expansion includes two new manufacturing suites, enhancing capabilities for clinical and commercial supply, and increasing process, analytical development, and quality control capacity.
1 July 2022
Lonza to Build Large-Scale Drug Product Facility in Stein
The CHF 500M facility, set for 2026 completion, will enhance end-to-end drug product manufacturing, leveraging existing infrastructure and focusing on sustainability with a photovoltaic roof.
9 June 2022
BASF Expands Optical Brightener Production in Monthey
Increased production capacity for Tinopal® CBS optical brighteners meets rising global demand, overcoming COVID-19 and supply chain challenges. Ideal for detergents, it supports EU Ecolabel standards.
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