Innovation and Product Development news (page 16)

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  14 April 2026

  Honeywell to supply ETJ technology for Petrobras’ first large-scale SAF plant in Latin America

  ETJ process to be built at REPLAN (São Paulo) to produce up to 10,000 bpd SAF from ethanol — the first large-scale ETJ project in Latin America.
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  14 April 2026

  Petrobras to invest $450M in world's largest seabed seismic monitoring project

  Permanent seabed seismic sensor network in Mero (Santos Basin) will map reservoir behavior to improve recovery and monitor FPSO production. 460 km cables in place; first data Q2 2026; AI used.
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  14 April 2026

  Evonik and Uniper commission high‑temperature heat pump in Herne

  High-temperature heat pump uses 25–30°C industrial waste heat to supply ~1,000 households (up to 1.5 MW) via district heating, cutting ~1,750 t CO₂/yr; pilot with scaling potential.
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  14 April 2026

  WACKER and Amyris partner on bio-based personal-care ingredients

  Develop bio-based functional ingredients for cosmetics; expand silicone range with renewable raw materials; test novel molecules and production integration.
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  14 April 2026

  Novo Nordisk partners with OpenAI to speed drug discovery and delivery

  Integrate advanced AI across drug discovery, manufacturing, supply chain and commercial ops to speed development, upskill staff; pilots now, full integration by end-2026; strict governance.
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  13 April 2026

  RAB Lighting adopts Röhm’s PLEXIGLAS® proTerra 8N for C‑Wall covers

  Bio‑circular PMMA lowers cradle‑to‑gate CO2e by 25%, fits existing processes, offers 92% light transmission, UV/weather resistance and light‑guiding properties.

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  13 April 2026

  Clariant launches Hostapon CT solid, a salt-free mild taurate surfactant

  New surfactant offers 90% actives, long-lasting silky foam, strong oil stability, low-salt formulation flexibility, mildness for dry/sensitive skin, 80% RCI and ready biodegradability.
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  13 April 2026

  Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant unveils AlgaSurge, Lysofix Liquid and LightYears at in-cosmetics 2026

  Introduces a microalgae skin longevity active that boosts hydration, collagen and renewal, and reduces inflammation and spots. Emulsifier data: soothes, repairs barrier and improves hair combing.
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  13 April 2026

  Honeywell to supply liquefaction technology for Rio Grande LNG Trains 4–5

  NextDecade will use CWHE and C3MR via Bechtel to boost reliability, cut OPEX and increase LNG output from 18 to 30 MTPA; all five trains expected online by mid-2031.
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  13 April 2026

  Genmab: Rina‑S plus bevacizumab tolerable in advanced ovarian cancer

  RAINFOL‑01 D2 (n=40): common TEAEs—nausea 80%, fatigue 67.5%, anemia 55%, neutropenia 45%; serious TEAEs 15%; dose reductions 27.5%; no fatal TEAEs. Phase 3 RAINFOL‑04 ongoing.
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  13 April 2026

  Daiichi Sankyo and Merck: FDA Priority Review for Ifinatamab Deruxtecan in ES‑SCLC

  BLA for ifinatamab deruxtecan accepted and granted FDA Priority Review for adult ES‑SCLC post‑platinum therapy; PDUFA Oct 10, 2026. Based on IDeate‑Lung01 Phase 2 (B7‑H3 DXd ADC).
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  13 April 2026

  Johnson & Johnson reports positive 12‑month VARIPULSE results at EHRA 2026

  12‑month post‑market study: 84.2% freedom from atrial arrhythmia (90.5% paroxysmal; 75.3% persistent); 0.8% primary adverse events; CE‑mark allows ablation beyond pulmonary veins
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  13 April 2026

  Lilly: Jaypirca plus venetoclax‑rituximab extends PFS in previously treated CLL/SLL

  Phase 3 BRUIN CLL-322 (n=639) in relapsed/refractory CLL/SLL: time-limited (2-yr) pirtobrutinib with venetoclax+rituximab showed consistent benefit across subgroups; safety similar; OS immature.
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  13 April 2026

  Boehringer Ingelheim launches LENZELTA mastitis vaccine

  LENZELTA reduces incidence and severity of clinical mastitis in cows and heifers. Two dry‑off doses deliver early immunity and up to six months' protection vs S. aureus and E. coli.
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  13 April 2026

  Roche's Elecsys NfL CE‑marked to monitor neuroinflammation in RRMS

  New blood test detects neuroaxonal damage, enabling minimally invasive, more accessible monitoring of neuroinflammation, complementing MRI and supporting earlier clinical intervention
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  12 April 2026

  GSK Mo‑Rez (B7‑H4 ADC) achieves 62% ORR in platinum‑resistant ovarian and 67% in endometrial cancer

  BEHOLD-1 phase I: Mo-Rez (B7-H4 ADC) active across expression levels; manageable hematologic toxicity and nausea. 5.8 mg/kg recommended; five Phase III trials planned 2026
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  10 April 2026

  Perstorp appoints NiMAC as UK distributor for Synthetic-EF

  UK lubricant makers gain local access to saturated synthetic polyol ester base fluids and formulators get technical support via a new distribution tie-up.
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  10 April 2026

  Johnson & Johnson: TECNIS PureSee IOL Shows Strong Contrast Sensitivity and Extended Range of Vision

  Real-world and randomized trials show excellent distance/intermediate vision, some near gain, high satisfaction, low visual disturbances and strong tolerance to residual refractive error.
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  10 April 2026

  WPU (Vitol) to build 80,000 t/yr chemical plastics recycling plant in Rotterdam

  Uses batch pyrolysis to turn end-of-life plastics into pyrolysis oil as naphtha substitute; tech proven at a 20k t/yr Denmark plant; ties into VPR and Vopak storage.
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  10 April 2026

  Paques Biomaterials supplies Caleyda PHA for circular bitumen

  PHA biopolymer integrated into asphalt boosts bitumen performance and durability, enables circular supply, replaces fossil components, sequesters ~2 kg CO2/kg polymer, and aids 2030/2050 goals.
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  10 April 2026

  WACKER debuts Beauty Lab at in-cosmetics Paris

  Beauty Lab showcases testable formulations for hair, skin and tattoo care, plus bio-based BELNEXT emollients (EMO FH2, TAL 1840 M), high‑refractive BELSIL PF 23 and shampoo emulsion DM 6013 E
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  9 April 2026

  eFuels SEA launches Southeast Asia eFuel platform using Infinium tech

  New Singapore-based platform will develop eFuel plants across Southeast Asia, converting captured CO2 and renewable power into drop-in eSAF and low-carbon fuels; aims for 3–5 projects.
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  9 April 2026

  Evonik showcases high-performance polymers and additives at CHINAPLAS 2026

  Highlights materials for energy transition, EV battery cooling, eVTOL structures, hydrogen, smart manufacturing, 3D-printed medical implants, recycling additives and doubled PA12 capacity
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  9 April 2026

  Worley Rosenberg awarded FEED for RjukanLH2, Nordic’s first liquid hydrogen plant

  FEED (with EPC option) for 25 MW liquid hydrogen plant (10 t/day); modular design with pressurized alkaline electrolyzers and liquefaction; PPA-secured renewable power; production from 2028.
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  9 April 2026

  Boehringer Ingelheim and BioNTech partner on ES‑SCLC immunotherapy trial

  Phase Ib/II trial will test DLL3/CD3 T‑cell engager plus PD‑L1/VEGF‑A bispecific in extensive‑stage SCLC to boost durable antitumor immunity; dosing to start H2 2026
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  9 April 2026

  BASF launches NeoHelix peptide and SkinNexus bio‑identical Collagen III

  Two actives: a precision peptide reducing damaged collagen 41% and raising hyaluronic acid 65%; a recombinant bio‑identical Collagen III fragment that boosts Coll I/III/V and improves tone & wrinkles
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  9 April 2026

  Honeywell to boost fuel output and train operators at Dangote Refinery

  Deploys digital automation, real-time performance monitoring and operator simulators to raise high-octane fuel output, equipment reliability and workforce readiness at largest single-train refinery.
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  9 April 2026

  thyssenkrupp Uhde to build low‑emission 324 ktpa PET plant for KÖKSAN in Turkey

  New PET line will use MTR continuous polycondensation to cut fuel+electric CO2 up to 30%, eliminate SSP, lower CAPEX/OPEX, train local staff; commissioning planned for 2028.
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  9 April 2026

  Technip Energies wins Long Son Petrochemicals ethane-conversion contract

  Contract to convert a Vietnamese steam cracker from naphtha to ethane: EPC/EP services, site support and burners using USC and HRS tech to boost selectivity, efficiency and reduce carbon intensity.
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  8 April 2026

  UPM Adhesive Materials and Mark Andy renew Americas partnership for seventh year

  Leverages sustainable label materials and advanced printing tech to deliver label solutions optimized for performance, cost and sustainability across press types; shown in demo centers.