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1 August 2025
Borealis Partners with IMCD for Bormed™ Distribution in Americas
Effective August 1, 2025, the agreement expands access to healthcare polyolefins in the Americas, enhancing service and compliance for medical and pharmaceutical applications.
31 July 2025
WACKER Q2 Earnings Meet Expectations
Sales and EBITDA fell due to weak demand and trade uncertainties. Net income was negative. Full-year outlook revised down. Focus on growth, cash, and cost management.
31 July 2025
Arkema Q2 2025 Results
Despite weak demand and economic uncertainties, EBITDA margin held at 15.2%. Sales fell 2.3%, with cost-cutting efforts doubled to €100M. EBITDA guidance adjusted to €1.3-1.4B for 2025.
31 July 2025
Clariant Q2 2025: Strong Profitability, Flat Sales
EBITDA margin rose to 17.5% despite flat sales. Savings program underway. 2025 sales growth forecast lowered to 1-3%.
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.
31 July 2025
Bayer Adjusts 2025 Sales Forecast and Increases US Litigation Provisions
Raises 2025 sales and earnings guidance; expects currency impacts; reports Q2 sales of €10.7B; sets €1.2B for Roundup litigation; settles 131,000 claims; awaits court rulings.
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29 July 2025
Arkema Achieves Global ISCC PLUS Certification for Acrylic Monomers
ISCC PLUS certification enables efficient, low-carbon projects in coatings, adhesives, and more, using bio-attributed monomers and a Mass Balance approach for renewable materials.
24 July 2025
Kemira Invests in Tarragona for New ACH Production Line
A €20M investment in Tarragona will enhance ACH production for efficient, sustainable water treatment, targeting urban climate challenges and expanding market reach in Europe and Africa.
22 July 2025
TotalEnergies Invests in U.S. Sustainable Forestry
Agreement with NativState to conserve 100,000 hectares, offering sustainable income, improving forest health, and generating carbon credits for offsetting emissions from 2030.
21 July 2025
Linde Invests in U.S. Space Sector Expansion
New agreements boost industrial gas supply for rocket launches in Florida and Texas, enhancing capacity and infrastructure for space exploration.
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.
15 July 2025
Air Liquide Invests $50M in U.S. Semiconductor Gas Plant
A new plant will supply ultra-pure gases for chip manufacturing, supporting the semiconductor industry's growth, with operations starting by 2027.
14 July 2025
Bayer Expands Global Distribution of M2i's Pheromone Crop Solutions
The partnership extends to Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the US, enhancing biological crop protection with innovative pheromone gel technology.
10 July 2025
Bayer's Lynkuet™ Approved in UK for Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms
Lynkuet™ gains UK approval for treating menopausal symptoms, showing positive results in Phase III trials. Further approvals are sought in the US, EU, and globally.
10 July 2025
Bayer Seeks EU Approval for Gadoquatrane
Gadoquatrane, a low-dose MRI contrast agent, shows positive Phase III results. EU approval could reduce gadolinium exposure by 60% compared to current standards.
2 July 2025
ORLEN and Naftogaz Sign New Gas Supply Deal
140 million cubic metres of U.S. LNG will be supplied to Ukraine, enhancing energy security and supporting EU goals.
1 July 2025
Evonik Introduces Eco-Friendly Paper Bags for MetAMINO®
New paper bags cut plastic use, align with EU recycling rules, and reduce CO2 footprint by 20%. Quality and shelf life remain unchanged. Transition starts in Antwerp, with more sites to follow.
29 June 2025
INEOS Faces £23M Penalty Despite 75% Emission Cuts
A UK site risks reclassification, losing carbon credits, despite cutting emissions. This may push industry offshore, challenging UK's clean investment credibility.
23 June 2025
Linde to Supply Gases for Low-Carbon Ammonia Plant in Louisiana
A new air separation unit will supply oxygen and nitrogen to a major low-carbon ammonia project, enhancing existing infrastructure in the U.S. Gulf Coast. Completion is expected by 2029.
27 March 2025
IFF and Kemira Launch Joint Venture for Biobased Materials Production
Alpha Bio will invest €130M to produce 44,000 MT of biopolymers by 2027, using IFF's DEB technology in Finland, creating 30 jobs and offering sustainable alternatives to fossil-based products.
12 March 2025
Northvolt Declares Bankruptcy in Sweden
Facing financial challenges, the company filed for bankruptcy in Sweden. A trustee will oversee asset sales and operations, while subsidiaries in Germany and North America remain unaffected.
29 January 2025
Volvo Acquires Full Ownership of NOVO Energy
A share purchase and framework agreement aim to explore future collaboration in North America, pending regulatory approvals. No impact on planned investments or cash flow is expected.
1 May 2021
2020 Tronox Pigment Operations Report
The report details TiO2 production facilities, capacities, and processes across various global locations, highlighting adequate provision for plant and equipment maintenance.
22 January 2015
BASF to Expand Global PVP Production
Investing €56M, BASF will boost PVP production by 6,000 metric tons across plants in Germany, USA, and China, targeting pharmaceutical, cosmetic, detergent, and food sectors.
30 May 2013
Myriant and ThyssenKrupp Uhde Scale Bio-Succinic Acid Production
The alliance has successfully scaled bio-succinic acid production in Leuna, meeting commercial yield and quality targets, and securing process guarantees for future plants.
21 March 2013
Huntsman Invests $135M in US and European MDI Plants
$135M investment to boost MDI capacity in Geismar, USA by 50ktes and upgrade Rotterdam, Netherlands site. New facilities to enhance production and flexibility, leveraging US shale gas benefits.
22 March 2012
FRX Polymers to Build First Commercial Plant at Bayer Antwerp Site
FRX will break ground in August 2012 and commission the plant by Q4 2013. The site offers key raw materials, skilled workforce, and logistics. FRX holds 20 patents and operates pilot plants in MA and Switzerland.
