German chemical industry news

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  18 September 2025

  BASF Expands xarvio FIELD MANAGER to Argentina and Brazil

  xarvio FIELD MANAGER enhances farm management with data-driven insights, precision tools, and customizable features for agribusinesses in Argentina and Brazil.
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  17 September 2025

  Borealis and Partners' Circular Cup Initiative at K 2025

  Reusable cups at K 2025 reduce waste through chemical recycling and advanced molding, offering insights for future events.
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  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.
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  16 September 2025

  BASF to Produce Amines with 100% Renewable Electricity at Geismar Site

  BASF's Geismar site will use renewable electricity for amine production, reducing Scope 3 emissions and cutting CO2 by 25,000 tons annually, supporting net-zero goals by 2050.
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  16 September 2025

  Siemens and TRUMPF Partner to Enhance Digital Manufacturing

  The partnership aims to integrate IT and OT systems, enhancing AI readiness and operational efficiency with open interfaces for faster innovation in manufacturing.
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  15 September 2025

  ORLEN Neptun Expands Świnoujście Terminal with Smulders Contract

  The Świnoujście Terminal will store and assemble components for the Baltica 2 wind farm, enhancing its role as a key hub for offshore wind projects in the Baltic region.

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  15 September 2025

  BASF's European Performance Materials Sites Achieve REDcert² Certification

  BASF's certified sites offer sustainable plastics via mass balance, reducing fossil feedstock with renewable and recycled materials.
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  15 September 2025

  Evonik Introduces BoruCare® Capsin for Ruminants

  BoruCare® Capsin, a plant-based product, aids dairy cows with nutrient efficiency and heat stress, using a solvent-free process with chili peppers, debuting at SPACE 2025.
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  11 September 2025

  Aurubis Secures €200M EIB Loan for Recycling and Copper Expansion

  EIB funds will boost copper refining in Bulgaria and recycling in Hamburg, supporting EU's critical raw materials strategy and enhancing Europe's supply chain resilience.
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  11 September 2025

  Palatinose™ Enhances Gut Hormones for Metabolic Health: Study by BENEO

  Palatinose™ boosts GLP-1 and PYY, improving glycaemic response and metabolic stability in adults with metabolic syndrome, especially with timed intake.
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  11 September 2025

  Stargate Hydrogen Uses BASF's Ultrason® for Lightweight Electrolyzer Frames

  Ultrason® S enhances electrolyzer frames with chemical resistance, durability, and design flexibility, boosting green hydrogen production efficiency and reducing costs.
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  10 September 2025

  Mevaldi Secures Funding to Scale Green Chemistry Technology

  Funding will help scale bio-based 3MPD production, advancing sustainable polymers and polyurethanes, supporting EU's circular economy goals.
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  10 September 2025

  Evonik Advances Automated Life Cycle Assessments

  Evonik's TÜV-certified software automates LCAs, speeding up assessments and enhancing sustainability efforts across products, with full implementation by 2027.
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  9 September 2025

  UPM and EvoPak Develop Recyclable Paper Wrapper for Walkers Chocolates

  Walkers Chocolates shifts to recyclable paper packaging, maintaining quality and efficiency, supporting sustainability and circular economy goals.
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  9 September 2025

  BENEO's Faba Bean Protein: A Cost-Effective Alternative to Animal Blood Plasma in Wet Pet Food

  Faba bean protein offers a sustainable, cost-effective alternative to animal blood plasma in wet pet food, with better binding properties and no texture changes.
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  9 September 2025

  PureCycle and Brückner Complete BOPP Film Trials

  PureFive™ resin, with 50% PCR content, matched virgin PP in BOPP film trials, producing films for food packaging and labels, now shared with potential customers.
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  9 September 2025

  BASF Introduces First High-Permeability Thermoplastic Polyamide

  Ultramid H33 L enables smoked sausages in thin, strong polyamide casings, enhancing smoke flavor and drying efficiency. Debuted at Düsseldorf's plastics trade fair in October.
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  9 September 2025

  Continental Adopts LANXESS's Sustainable Rubber Additive

  Vulkanox HS Scopeblue reduces CO2 footprint by over 30% using bio-circular materials and renewable energy, enhancing rubber durability without altering production processes.
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  9 September 2025

  RWE Launches Drone-Based Environmental Monitoring at Kaskasi Wind Farm

  Drones and AI enhance eco-friendly monitoring of marine life at offshore wind farms, reducing emissions and improving data accuracy.
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  9 September 2025

  Clariant to Provide Catalyst for SYPOX's Largest e-SMR

  The e-SMR will use 10 MW of renewable energy to produce 150 tons of syngas daily, reducing emissions by up to 40% and starting operations in 2026.
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  8 September 2025

  Delta Rhine Corridor Project Procedure Begins, Advancing EU Energy Infrastructure

  The public project procedure for DRC West has started, allowing stakeholders to contribute to the hydrogen and CO2 transport project between the Netherlands and Germany.
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  8 September 2025

  Toray's Ultrasuede™ nu Featured in CUPRA Tindaya Showcar at IAA Mobility 2025

  Ultrasuede™ nu debuts in automotive interiors and lifestyle products, enhancing design and sustainability with plant-based materials.
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  8 September 2025

  Braskem Showcases Sustainable Innovations at K 2025

  Braskem highlights advancements in bio-based and recycled materials at K 2025, focusing on sustainability, circularity, and expanding its diverse product portfolio.
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  8 September 2025

  RWE Agrivoltaics Plant Combines Solar Power and Agriculture

  RWE tests agrivoltaics, combining solar power with crop cultivation. Initial results show promising yields and soil protection across three different system designs.
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  8 September 2025

  RWE and Apollo Partner to Fund Amprion's Grid Expansion

  The joint venture will invest €3.2 billion in Amprion's grid expansion, with RWE retaining operational control. Completion is expected in Q4 2025, pending regulatory approval.
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  6 September 2025

  Uniper Demolishes Scholven Power Plant Cooling Tower F

  Cooling tower F at Scholven was demolished, with concrete recycled on-site. Future plans include an H₂-ready gas plant, focusing on decarbonization and energy security.
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  5 September 2025

  Yara Clean Ammonia Launches First Ammonia-Powered Container Ship

  The Yara Eyde, an ammonia-powered ship, begins construction, marking a step in maritime decarbonization and sustainable logistics on the Oslo–Porsgrunn–Bremerhaven–Rotterdam route.
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  4 September 2025

  BASF Unveils Enhanced QDYESTM for Eco-Friendly Displays

  The upgraded QDYESTM offers improved efficiency and sustainability for wide color gamut displays, eliminating heavy metals and enhancing design flexibility.
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  3 September 2025

  WACKER Launches Serial Production of Flexible Sensor Electronics at K 2025

  WACKER unveils automated production of NEXIPAL® Sense laminates, offering flexible, durable sensor solutions for robotics, automotive, and medical tech, with sustainable manufacturing practices.
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  3 September 2025

  Asahi Kasei Introduces PFAS-Free Polyamides and CFRP Recycling at K-Show 2025

  Showcasing innovations in carbon fiber recycling, bio-based materials, and lightweight automotive solutions at K 2025, focusing on sustainability and streamlined production.