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23 December 2025
MAIRE Completes 7.9% NEXTCHEM Stake Transfer to Azzurra Next One
The transfer of a 7.9% NEXTCHEM stake to Azzurra Next One is finalized. Current shareholders: MAIRE 82.1%, Azzurra Next One 7.9%, Yousef Al Nowais 5%, MI 5%.
23 December 2025
Arkema to Divest Plastic Additives to Praana
Arkema plans to sell its impact modifiers and processing aids businesses, including a Dutch facility, to refocus on strategic activities. Completion expected Q1 2026, pending consultations.
22 December 2025
ORLEN Expands in Norway with New Field Acquisitions
ORLEN's Norwegian unit acquires stakes in Albuskjell and Vest Ekofisk, boosting gas production by 420 million cubic meters annually.
22 December 2025
INEOS Energy Announces Gulf of America Oil Discovery
The Nashville well confirms high-quality oil in the Gulf's deepwater. Further analysis will assess the find's size, potentially enhancing energy security and supply.
22 December 2025
Prysmian and Versalis Innovate Plastic Cable Recycling
The partnership uses chemical recycling to convert plastic cable scrap into reusable polymers, enabling sustainable cable production and advancing circular economy efforts.
22 December 2025
Covestro Appoints Dr. Rainer Seele as New Supervisory Board Chairman
Dr. Richard Pott steps down after guiding Covestro through key phases. Dr. Rainer Seele, with global expertise, takes over, focusing on sustainability and transformation.
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22 December 2025
Topsoe and Partners Launch Dynamic Green Ammonia Plant in Denmark
The world's first dynamic green ammonia plant in Denmark produces 5,000 tons annually, reducing CO2 by 9,600 tons, using renewable power without hydrogen storage.
20 December 2025
Fluor Sells Zhuhai Fabrication Yard to COOEC
Fluor will receive $122M from the sale. COOEC will fully own the yard, supporting future Fluor projects. Transaction completion expected in the coming months.
19 December 2025
Genentech and U.S. Government Reach Drug Cost Agreement
Agreement lowers Medicaid drug costs, promotes innovation rewards, expands patient access, and exempts tariffs, supporting U.S. manufacturing and job growth.
19 December 2025
Merck and U.S. Government Partner to Expand Medicine Access and Reduce Costs
Merck commits $70B to U.S. production, offers key drugs at reduced prices, and delays tariffs to enhance domestic manufacturing and innovation.
19 December 2025
AkzoNobel Extends CFO Tenure Ahead of Axalta Merger
Maarten de Vries extends CFO role by a year; Fredrik Westin won't join. CEO of merged entity will be from AkzoNobel, CFO from Axalta.
19 December 2025
Johnson & Johnson Supports HRS Registry for PFA Data Collection
The registry will gather real-world data on PFA for AFib, aiming to improve treatment strategies and outcomes in electrophysiology.
19 December 2025
ORLEN Acquires Full Ownership of Butadiene Unit from Synthos
The deal secures control over a butadiene unit, integrates it into ORLEN's value chain, and revises agreements for future cooperation and operational flexibility.
19 December 2025
ADNOC Secures $2 Billion Green Financing from K-SURE, Totaling $5 Billion in 18 Months
ADNOC's $2B green financing supports lower-carbon projects, aligning with global standards. This enhances ADNOC's sustainable finance and strengthens ties with South Korea.
19 December 2025
Idemitsu Kosan and Mitsui Chemicals to Consolidate Chiba Ethylene Complexes
The companies will consolidate ethylene production at Mitsui's site by July 2027 to enhance competitiveness amid declining domestic demand and increased global competition.
18 December 2025
Solinatra and Paques Biomaterials partner to commercialise PHBV for biodegradable single‑use plastics
Joint development plan and conditional offtake to fast‑track lab-to-industrial pilots, certification and scale‑up of next‑gen biodegradable materials; validation in 2026, supply from 2028.
18 December 2025
Viscaria and Aurubis Sign Copper Offtake Deal
The agreement secures sustainable copper for Europe, supporting electrification and manufacturing, and covers 50% of Viscaria's output from 2028-2035, with an option to extend.
18 December 2025
TechnipFMC Wins Subsea Contract for Coral North FLNG in Mozambique
TechnipFMC to execute EPC contract for Coral North FLNG, leveraging experience from Coral South. Tasks include manufacturing and installing flowlines, risers, manifolds, and umbilicals.
18 December 2025
Synthos S.A. Sells S54 Shares to ORLEN S.A.
Synthos sells its stake in a butadiene unit to address Olefins III delays, ensuring continued collaboration with ORLEN through additional agreements. Transaction value: PLN 692 million.
18 December 2025
RWE Sells Polish Offshore Wind Project to PGE
RWE sells its 350 MW Baltic II wind project to PGE, closing in Q1 2026. RWE continues to support Poland's energy transition with over 660 MW in onshore wind and solar projects.
18 December 2025
Eni and GIP Finalize 49.99% Stake Partnership in Eni CCUS Holding
The partnership grants joint control of Eni CCUS Holding, enhancing its CCS projects in the UK, Netherlands, and Italy, and supports Eni's energy transition strategy.
18 December 2025
BASF | Nunhems Acquires Noble Seeds to Boost India's Vegetable Seed Market
The acquisition adds cauliflower and radish to the portfolio, expands market coverage in North India, and is expected to close by Q1 2026, pending statutory approval.
18 December 2025
BASF and ADAMA Partner on Gilboa Fungicide for European Cereals
The partnership aims to accelerate Gilboa fungicide solutions for European cereal growers, with launches in Great Britain by 2027 and broader Europe by 2029.
18 December 2025
Exolum Joins CCSA to Enhance CO2 Reduction Solutions in Europe and UK
Exolum will design integrated CO2 transport and storage solutions, using pipelines, rail, and maritime options, to support decarbonization and meet EU's 2025 net zero targets.
18 December 2025
Covestro CFO Christian Baier to Depart in 2026
Baier will not renew his contract, allowing time for a successor search. He will continue his CFO duties until departure, contributing to Covestro's transformation and strategic partnership with XRG.
18 December 2025
ADNOC Secures $11 Billion Financing for Hail and Ghasha Gas Project
The financing supports Hail and Ghasha's gas production, with participation from over 20 financial institutions, enhancing project resilience and ADNOC's strategic growth.
17 December 2025
Taaleri and Tesi Invest EUR 16M in Ren-Gas
Ren-Gas, a Finnish P2G developer, plans a nationwide network of e-methane plants, leveraging Finland's renewable energy and grid infrastructure for emissions reduction in transport.
17 December 2025
Aptar's Bidose System Delivers FDA-Approved CARDAMYST Nasal Spray for PSVT
CARDAMYST, a self-administered nasal spray for PSVT, offers reliable, easy-to-use treatment with Aptar's protective dual-container system, enhancing drug delivery solutions.
17 December 2025
Toray Sells Stake in LG Toray Hungary to LG Chem
Toray finalized the sale of its 50% stake in a Hungarian battery separator venture to LG Chem, with minimal impact expected on Toray's fiscal results ending March 2026.
17 December 2025
Brenntag's Exclusive Nitric Acid Distribution Deal with Henan Yongchang in Australia and New Zealand
The agreement boosts supply security, expands product offerings, and strengthens partnerships in agriculture, mining, and industrial sectors in Australia and New Zealand.
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