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6 March 2026
Gasunie 2025 Report: Advancing Resilient and Sustainable Energy Systems
Invested €1.2B in energy security and transition. Hydrogen, CO2 projects near completion. Net profit rose to €85M. Gas transport up, especially to power stations.
5 March 2026
Dow Celebrates 25 Years of Contractor Collaboration in Terneuzen
Dow's Contractor Awards 2025 recognized partners for safety, quality, innovation, and collaboration, introducing a new Productivity Award.
5 March 2026
Neste Releases 2025 Green Finance Report
Neste allocated EUR 610M to Rotterdam's refinery expansion, boosting renewables capacity. EUR 510M remains unallocated. The 2025 report highlights strong investor support for green projects.
4 March 2026
Nobian and VERVAEKE Launch Europe's First ADR-Certified Hydrogen Truck for Chemical Transport
A hydrogen truck pilot in the Netherlands aims to reduce CO₂ emissions in chemical logistics, offering a sustainable alternative to diesel for ADR-classified products.
3 March 2026
RIFT Secures €114M to Scale Iron Fuel Technology
€113.8M funding will develop a commercial iron fuel facility, aiming to decarbonize industrial heat and avoid over 1M tonnes of CO₂ emissions. Operational by 2029.
26 February 2026
Uniper's CCO Carsten Poppinga to Depart
Poppinga to join EnBW as Head of Trading post-cooling period. CEO Michael Lewis to cover CCO duties until a successor is named.
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25 February 2026
Regulation Essential for OCCS Investment in Maritime Decarbonization
A DNV report highlights the need for clear regulations to advance OCCS technology, crucial for maritime decarbonization, with pilot projects showing technical feasibility and economic potential.
25 February 2026
Vopak Announces Record 2025 Results and EUR 1.7 Billion Shareholder Program
Net profit rose 61% to EUR 604M. Operating cash flow hit EUR 823M. EUR 4B investment by 2030 planned. EUR 1.1B in growth projects underway. Energy transition projects worth EUR 200M in progress.
24 February 2026
Nobian and Macquarie Sell HyCC to Power2X
Power2X will enhance HyCC's green hydrogen projects, aligning with its decarbonization strategy. Nobian continues its focus on chlorine electrolysis and green hydrogen in Europe.
21 February 2026
Geography Over Technology: Equinor’s H2M Eemshaven Hydrogen Project Collapsed
The project failed due to geographic isolation, high transport costs, and lack of local demand, highlighting the need for infrastructure and proximity to industrial clusters.
20 February 2026
MGC Halts Construction at Dutch Facility
Construction of the MXDA facility in the Netherlands is discontinued due to cost, delays, and market conditions. Equipment removal is planned by 2029. Financial impacts are under review.
19 February 2026
Technip Energies Appoints Jesse Stanley as President of Technologies & Products
Jesse Stanley joins as President, Technologies & Products, enhancing innovation and growth. The Executive Committee's new composition is announced.
19 February 2026
BASF Launches AdBlue GE Using 100% Green Electricity
AdBlue GE is made with renewable electricity, reducing CO2 emissions. It matches conventional AdBlue in quality and performance. Initial launch in Switzerland, with plans for wider European rollout.
17 February 2026
Neste and World Fuel Services Expand SAF Availability at 100+ European Airports
The five-year agreement supports regulatory compliance and boosts SAF supply, leveraging World Fuel's network and Neste's production capabilities.
13 February 2026
Blue Circle Olefins and Chane Partner for Rotterdam Facility
They signed a co-siting agreement for a 200 kton olefins facility in Rotterdam, leveraging logistics and storage for renewable methanol feedstocks.
13 February 2026
SkyNRG Begins Construction of First SAF Plant in the Netherlands
The plant will produce 100,000 tonnes of SAF annually, cutting GHG emissions by up to 90%. KLM is the main off-taker. Construction follows a seven-year development phase. Completion is due in 2028.
13 February 2026
Reju Selects Lacq for French Textile Regeneration Hub
The facility will recycle textiles into polyester, creating jobs and supporting France's circular economy and decarbonization efforts.
12 February 2026
Technip Energies Secures Contract for SkyNRG's SAF Project in Netherlands
Technip Energies will handle EPCC for Europe's first standalone SAF facility in the Netherlands, producing 100,000 tons annually using HEFA technology.
12 February 2026
SkyNRG Begins Construction of Delfzijl SAF Plant
The plant will produce 100,000 tonnes of SAF annually, cutting GHG emissions by up to 90%. KLM is the main off-taker. Construction starts after securing non-recourse project financing.
12 February 2026
Kemira 2025 Financial Results: Strong Profitability Amid Weak Market
Revenue and EBITDA declined due to market softness. Strategic acquisitions and cost efficiency measures were implemented. Dividend increase and share buyback program proposed.
11 February 2026
Port of Antwerp-Bruges Urges Action at European Industry Summit
Europe's industry faces challenges from high costs and slow permits. Urgent action is needed to boost competitiveness and prevent further decline.
11 February 2026
Kemira Acquires SIDRA Wasserchemie to Boost Water Solutions
The acquisition, pending German approval, is valued at EUR 75 million. SIDRA's 60+ employees will join Kemira, enhancing its presence in Western and Central Europe.
11 February 2026
Avantium and Will & Co Partner to Promote FDCA in CASE Applications
The collaboration aims to boost FDCA use in CASE sectors, leveraging bio-based technology for sustainable material solutions.
10 February 2026
bp 2025 Q4 and Full Year Results
Strong 2025 performance: $7.5bn profit, $24.5bn cash flow. Strategic divestments over $11bn. Share buyback suspended to strengthen balance sheet and invest in oil & gas opportunities.
9 February 2026
dsm-firmenich Releases Preliminary Figures Post-ANH Divestment
Financials reclassified post-ANH divestment; new reporting structure and KPI adjustments outlined; further details to follow in 2026.
6 February 2026
Porthos Project: CO₂ Injection Wells Ready
Four North Sea wells converted for CO₂ injection, ensuring safe storage. Work completed with no incidents. First injection planned for autumn 2026.
6 February 2026
SkyNRG and MOB Finalize Environmental Permit for DSL-01
Agreements on emission values led to design changes, reducing wastewater discharge and enhancing sustainability without court involvement.
5 February 2026
Bio-LNG Bunkering in Rotterdam Increases Sixfold in 2025
In 2025, Rotterdam saw a rise in LNG and biomethanol bunkering, while bioblended fuels initially dropped but later recovered. The port also conducted its first ammonia bunkering test.
5 February 2026
Duiker's CO2-Free Hydrogen Pilot at Plant One
A new pilot plant at Plant One will convert ammonia to hydrogen, supporting sustainable energy chains and boosting the Rotterdam port's role in the energy transition.
5 February 2026
Neste 2025 Financial Results Release
Strong 2025 results with improved EBITDA and cash flow. Renewable and oil product sales rose. Dividend proposed at EUR 0.20 per share. 2026 guidance: stable renewables, lower oil sales.
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