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28 November 2025
Heidelberg Materials Honors Biodiversity Innovation at Quarry Life Awards
Seven teams awarded for projects transforming quarries into biodiversity hubs, with a Polish team winning the Grand Prize for nature restoration and education efforts.
27 November 2025
Momentum Global Ventures Invests €200 Million in Perpetual Next
Investment funds facility expansion for biomethanol production in Europe and the US, including the world's largest torrefaction reactor, with support from ING Corporate Finance.
26 November 2025
Dangote Partners with Honeywell to Expand Refinery to 1.4M Barrels/Day
The partnership will enhance refinery capacity and product quality, expand polypropylene production, and triple urea output to meet growing demand.
26 November 2025
Toray Unveils New Bonding Material for Ultra-Thin Semiconductor Wafers
New bonding material enables thinner semiconductor wafers, enhancing AI, NAND, and power semiconductor performance while reducing environmental impact. Mass production set for 2028.
26 November 2025
Ercros Solar Plant in Flix Cuts CO2 by 800 Tons Annually
A 1.8 MW solar plant in Flix generates 3,000 MWh/year, reuses industrial land, and is part of a decarbonization plan reducing CO2 emissions by 39% from 2020 levels.
26 November 2025
Uniper and thyssenkrupp Uhde Partner on Ammonia Cracking for Hydrogen Import
Framework agreement signed for ammonia cracking plants to support hydrogen import infrastructure, aiming to decarbonize industry and enhance Europe's energy resilience.
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26 November 2025
UMP Launches ISCC PLUS-Certified Products
ISCC PLUS-certified EVA products, made from sustainable materials via mass balance, are now available, promoting environmental responsibility and offering eco-friendly options.
25 November 2025
Moeve and Honeywell Enhance Renewable LAB Partnership
The collaboration scales bio-based LAB production for sustainable detergents, leveraging advanced technologies and Honeywell's licensing platform to meet industry demand.
25 November 2025
Toray Licenses Drug Candidate for Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment
Sanodyne gains rights to develop TRK-750 for neuropathy. SNT-001 shows promise in trials, with Phase II planned. Collaboration aims to advance treatment options.
25 November 2025
Arkema and Poolp Launch Bio-Based 3D-Printed Coffee Table Nomura
Nomura, inspired by jellyfish, uses bio-based Rilsan® Clear. It showcases innovation in sustainable, large-format 3D printing with reduced waste and complex design capabilities.
25 November 2025
Novo Nordisk Reports Phase 2 Success with Amycretin in Type 2 Diabetes
Amycretin shows significant HbA1c reduction and weight loss in type 2 diabetes patients, with a safe profile. Phase 3 trials planned for 2026.
25 November 2025
BASF Coatings Innovates with Lean Lab in Wuerzburg
The Lean Lab enhances digitalization, safety, and sustainability in product development, optimizing material flow and reducing CO₂ emissions by 25.1 tons annually.
25 November 2025
BASF Opens Dispersant Production Line in Nanjing
The new line uses CFRP technology to enhance supply reliability and flexibility, supporting growth in industrial coatings and automotive sectors with sustainable, high-performance dispersants.
24 November 2025
Rhodia Announces Investment in Santo André Textile Platform
R$ 100M investment from 2025-2028 to modernize, boost energy efficiency, and innovate in polyamide production, enhancing Brazil's textile industry competitiveness and sustainability.
24 November 2025
Siemens Introduces AI-Driven Industrial Tech at CES 2026
Roland Busch to showcase AI, digital twin, and automation tech transforming manufacturing, infrastructure, and transportation at CES 2026.
24 November 2025
Novo Nordisk: Phase 3 Trials Show No Significant Impact on Alzheimer's Progression
Semaglutide showed no significant effect on Alzheimer's progression in phase 3 trials, despite improving biomarkers. Trials will not continue due to lack of efficacy.
24 November 2025
Aramco and Pasqal Launch Saudi Arabia's First Quantum Computer
The Middle East's first industrial quantum computer boosts regional expertise, enhances operations, and supports quantum talent development in Saudi Arabia.
24 November 2025
INEOS Inovyn's NEOVYN™ PVC Cuts Carbon Footprint by 37%
NEOVYN™ PVC demand surges due to its lower carbon footprint, aiding sectors like construction and automotive in reducing scope 3 emissions and meeting sustainability goals.
21 November 2025
BASF Introduces xarvio FIELD MANAGER for Wine Grapes
New digital tool aids wine grape growers in France, Spain, and Türkiye, enhancing crop health, resource use, and sustainability with data-driven agronomic recommendations.
21 November 2025
INEOS Wins Two IChemE Global Awards for Alkaline Water Electrolysers
Hydraeon electrolyser wins awards for chemical engineering and energy transition, recognized for its role in advancing low-carbon hydrogen production.
21 November 2025
Sinopec Technologies Featured in Green Innovation Cases
60 green technology cases were selected, highlighting sustainable bio-fuel, low-carbon cyclohexene processes, ethylene valorization, and dual-membrane desalination innovations.
21 November 2025
thyssenkrupp Uhde to License Urea Granulation Units for Dangote Fertiliser in Nigeria
Four new urea granulation units will boost production capacity in Nigeria, using efficient, low-emission technology to meet stringent environmental standards.
21 November 2025
ASPİLSAN Enerji Ranks 13th in Türkiye's OSB R&D Expenditures
ASPİLSAN Enerji excels in R&D, focusing on battery tech and strategic energy needs, enhancing its global competitiveness through EU projects and domestic production.
20 November 2025
Trinseo and RWDC Enhance PHA Dispersion for Barrier Coatings
PHA dispersion technology advances for compostable, recyclable packaging, achieving pilot-scale success and compatibility with standard paper-drying, enhancing film formation and durability.
20 November 2025
Boehringer Ingelheim's Avian Flu Vaccines Receive EU CVMP Approval
EU CVMP endorses VAXXITEK® and VAXXINACT® vaccines for H5 avian flu, enhancing outbreak preparedness and supporting safe trade with DIVA technology.
20 November 2025
Sinopec Enterprises Recognized for Energy and Water Efficiency
The China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation named 24 energy and 15 water efficiency leaders to promote sustainable practices in the industry.
20 November 2025
Brenntag Specialties to Distribute Calyxia Microcapsules
Brenntag will distribute Calyxia's microencapsulation tech for advanced materials in the Americas, China, and EMEA, enhancing performance and sustainability in CASE and composites markets.
20 November 2025
Norsk e-Fuel and Braskem Convert Captured Carbon into Plastics
The partnership explores using e-Naphtha to create plastics from captured carbon, aiming for circularity and reduced climate impact.
20 November 2025
Clariant Wins Two Awards at Gulf Energy Information Excellence 2025
Clariant's HySat and EDHOX technologies win awards for innovation and sustainability in catalyst and petrochemical processes at the 2025 Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards.
19 November 2025
Trinseo Launches Innovation Center in Exton
The new center in Exton focuses on R&D, sustainable solutions, and collaboration, featuring advanced labs and workspaces for polymer development and problem-solving.
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