New Projects and Expansions news (page 3)

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  8 January 2026

  Fluor Completes BASF's Zhanjiang Verbund Site in South China

  Fluor achieved mechanical completion with over 75 million safe work hours. The site will be BASF's third largest, focusing on sustainable production for the Chinese market.
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  8 January 2026

  Johnson & Johnson Partners with U.S. Government to Enhance Medicine Access and Reduce Costs

  Agreement with U.S. government to lower drug costs. $55B investment in U.S. manufacturing, including new facilities in Pennsylvania and North Carolina, creating thousands of jobs.
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  8 January 2026

  Hydrogen Pipeline Key to Energy Transition at Port of Rotterdam

  The hydrogen pipeline's completion is vital for sustainable industry, linking producers and consumers, and supporting future growth in Rotterdam's port area.
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  8 January 2026

  BASF Highlights Unique Cosmetics at Cosmet’Agora 2026

  BASF introduces new formulations for sensory experiences, Aloversil™ for fuller hair, and Dehyquart® S18, a biodegradable conditioning agent, at Cosmet’Agora 2026.
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  8 January 2026

  Equinor Awards Major Contracts to Norwegian Suppliers

  Equinor's framework agreements, worth NOK 100 billion, aim to enhance operations, create jobs, and boost competitiveness in Norway's offshore and onshore facilities.
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  8 January 2026

  Galp and Moeve to Merge Downstream Operations for European Energy and Mobility Leadership

  The merger aims to enhance value, scale, and strategic positioning, focusing on mobility, refining, and green projects, pending final agreements and approvals by mid-2026.

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  8 January 2026

  Uniper and Neoen Sign Seven-Year Agreement for Arneburg Battery in Germany

  Uniper gains control over Arneburg Battery's optimization, enhancing its market presence, while Neoen handles operations. The battery is set to be operational in 2026.
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  7 January 2026

  ADNOC Finalizes Investment for SARB Deep Gas Project

  The SARB Deep Gas Development will produce 200 million scfd of gas by decade's end, using AI and remote operations to enhance efficiency and safety, supporting UAE gas self-sufficiency.
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  7 January 2026

  Grupa Azoty Secures Multi-Year Fertiliser Deal in Scandinavia

  The contract enhances export strategy, ensuring stable fertiliser supply to Scandinavia, meeting high standards and boosting sales in a key market.
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  7 January 2026

  Corteva and bp Form Etlas Biofuel Feedstock Venture

  Etlas will produce biofuel feedstocks from crops, aiming for 1M tonnes annually by mid-2030s, supporting SAF and RD demand growth without extra land use.
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  7 January 2026

  Iberdrola Solar Plant Powers Salzgitter's Green Steel Production

  A 65 MWp solar plant in Saxony-Anhalt supplies renewable energy for green steel, cutting CO₂ emissions by 23,000 tonnes annually under a 15-year PPA.
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  7 January 2026

  Technip Energies Secures Contracts for BPCL's Bina and Mumbai Refineries

  Technip Energies to build polypropylene and Butene-1 units at Bina and manage construction of India's first PRFCC unit at Mumbai, enhancing BPCL's refinery and petrochemical capabilities.
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  6 January 2026

  Syensqo and Axens Unveil Argylium for Solid-State Battery Advancement in Europe

  Argylium aims to scale solid-state battery materials, enhancing safety and energy density, and fostering collaboration with European research and industry partners.
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  5 January 2026

  OMV Secures EUR 123 Million for Austria's Largest Green Hydrogen Project

  Austria backs a 140 MW green hydrogen plant, operational by 2027, to cut 150,000 tons of carbon emissions annually, aiding the Schwechat refinery's decarbonization.
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  5 January 2026

  TechnipFMC Secures iEPCI™ Contract for bp's Tiber Project

  TechnipFMC awarded iEPCI™ contract for bp's Tiber project, leveraging Kaskida's 20K psi technology for efficient, collaborative greenfield development in the Gulf of America.
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  5 January 2026

  Eni Launches Eni Industrial Evolution for Industrial Transformation

  The new company manages refineries and logistics, focusing on industrial transformation and sustainability, optimizing processes for a decarbonized energy future.
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  1 January 2026

  HSH Chemie Acquires Hamburg Fructose and No Sugar Sugar

  The acquisition expands HSH Chemie's food ingredients portfolio and introduces a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model, enhancing market reach and sugar alternatives expertise.
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  30 December 2025

  MAIRE Secures €700 Million in E&C Solutions Contracts

  MAIRE's subsidiaries secure €430M for additional works in Africa and the Middle East, and €270M for renewable and energy efficiency projects in the Middle East and Italy.
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  29 December 2025

  ORLEN Boosts Production with Różańsko Gas Field Launch

  Różańsko field adds 130 mcm annually, supporting energy security. Linked to Dębno facility, it aids ORLEN's 4 bcm target by 2030, with gas for power plants and crude for industry.
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  28 December 2025

  LOTTE Chemical Restructures for High-Value Specialty Focus

  Shifting from commodity petrochemicals, the company invests in specialty materials, hydrogen, and semiconductor solutions, while enhancing financial stability through strategic divestments.
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  23 December 2025

  Grupa Azoty Secures Potash Agreement

  Grupa Azoty signed a potash supply deal with Nutrien, ensuring stable quality and supply for NPK fertilizers until 2027.
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  23 December 2025

  Gasunie and Thyssengas Sign First Netherlands-Germany Hydrogen Transport Agreement

  New agreements establish key technical and organizational aspects for safe, reliable cross-border hydrogen transport between the Netherlands and Germany.
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  22 December 2025

  OMV Petrom and CE Oltenia Begin 550 MW Solar Park Construction

  The solar parks will power 410,000 homes by 2026, with a EUR 400M investment. 70% is funded by the Modernisation Fund. 200 mining technicians retrained for renewable energy roles.
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  22 December 2025

  Technip Energies Secures Equipment Orders from Commonwealth LNG

  Technip Energies advances Commonwealth LNG project with key equipment orders, supporting modular construction and accelerating progress towards a 2026 investment decision.
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  22 December 2025

  FDA Approves Novo Nordisk's Oral Wegovy for Adult Weight Loss

  FDA approves Wegovy pill, the first oral GLP-1 for weight loss, showing ~17% loss in trials. Available January at $149/month, it also reduces cardiovascular risks in adults with obesity.
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  22 December 2025

  Perpetual Next Completes €35M Bond Redemption Early

  The company redeems bonds as part of a debt reduction plan, preparing for 2026 growth capital. It is also expanding biomethanol production across Europe and the U.S.
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  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.
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  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.
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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.
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  22 December 2025

  Asahi Kasei Pharma Relocates R&D Hub to Shonan iPark

  The move aims to boost R&D capabilities, enhance open innovation, and attract talent by leveraging Shonan iPark's life-science ecosystem and advanced facilities.