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20 February 2026
RWE and Vestas Sign Turbine Deal for Vanguard West Offshore Wind Farm
92 turbines to power Vanguard West, with commissioning in 2029. Final investment decision expected in summer 2026. Project to power 1.5 million UK homes.
20 February 2026
EU Allocates €225M for Advanced Flu Vaccine Development
The EU funds next-gen flu vaccines to enhance protection, speed up development, and improve pandemic readiness through pre-commercial procurement.
20 February 2026
MGC Halts Construction at Dutch Facility
Construction of the MXDA facility in the Netherlands is discontinued due to cost, delays, and market conditions. Equipment removal is planned by 2029. Financial impacts are under review.
20 February 2026
Deutsche Infineum Develops Major Urban PV System in Germany
An 18MW PV system in Cologne will produce 18M kWh annually, aiding decarbonization and supporting local climate goals by 2027.
20 February 2026
MOL Group Q4 2025 Results: Strong Downstream and Consumer Services Boost Performance
Upstream struggles amid tough conditions, while Downstream and Consumer Services thrive. Profit before tax drops 11% to USD 1.3B. 2026 guidance set at USD 1.5B.
19 February 2026
LanzaJet Secures $47M in New Funding, Valued at $650M
Existing investors boost LanzaJet's ATJ technology growth, supporting commercial deployment and securing feedstock supply through a multi-year tolling structure.
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19 February 2026
Infineum and RheinEnergie to Build Major Inner-City Solar Project in Cologne
An 18-megawatt solar installation in Cologne will generate 18 million kWh annually, aiding decarbonization and supporting local climate goals. Completion is set for 2027.
19 February 2026
Velocys Achieves 30% Cost Reduction in microFTL™ Technology Deployment
Standardisation and delivery efficiencies enhance capital efficiency for Altalto and NovaSAF 1 projects, advancing them toward final engineering and investment decisions.
19 February 2026
Carbon Neutral Fuels Chooses Johnson Matthey, Honeywell for UK E-Fuels Project
Project Starling will convert CO2 and water into sustainable aviation fuel, aiming for 25,000 tons annually by 2031, using advanced technologies for significant emissions savings.
19 February 2026
Toray's Ultrasuede™ Chosen by Case Furniture
Ultrasuede™ is used in Case's Ella Lounge and 675 Chair, enhancing sustainability and design. Toray expands its European presence with a new showroom in Portugal.
19 February 2026
BASF Launches AdBlue GE Using 100% Green Electricity
AdBlue GE is made with renewable electricity, reducing CO2 emissions. It matches conventional AdBlue in quality and performance. Initial launch in Switzerland, with plans for wider European rollout.
19 February 2026
INEOS Secures €300M French Grant to Decarbonise Lavera Site
The investment cuts CO2 by 331,000 tonnes annually, secures jobs, boosts competitiveness, and supports France's industrial and climate goals through electrification and carbon capture.
19 February 2026
ORLEN Group Reports Strong 2025 with Record Investments
In Q4 2025, LIFO-based EBITDA hit PLN 12.2B. Annual EBITDA reached PLN 41.9B, net profit PLN 11.2B. Investments of PLN 32.6B focused on energy security and low-carbon sources.
19 February 2026
Asahi Kasei Pharma Partners with MAIA for U.S. Teribone™ Development
MAIA will develop and commercialize Teribone™ in the U.S. to address the growing osteoporosis patient population, expanding access to proven bone-forming therapy.
18 February 2026
AFC Energy Gains Approval to Export and Sell Low Carbon Hydrogen from Ammonia Cracking Plant
The UK Environment Agency's permit revision allows hydrogen production training at Dunsfold and supports future deployments with Industrial Chemicals Group Ltd.
18 February 2026
Johnson & Johnson Invests $1 Billion in Pennsylvania Cell Therapy Facility
The new facility in Montgomery County will boost U.S. manufacturing capacity for cancer, immune-mediated, and neurological disease treatments.
18 February 2026
Baltic Power Completes Foundation Installation for Offshore Wind Farm
All 78 monopile foundations are installed at Poland's first offshore wind farm, with electricity set to be supplied by year-end. Construction completion is expected in late 2026.
18 February 2026
NEXTCHEM Secures Licensing Deal in China for NX CONSER™ Technologies
The technologies will enable efficient co-production of BDO and DMS, supporting biopolymer production with improved cost, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
17 February 2026
Perstorp Expands Liquid Cooling Solutions for Data Centers
Perstorp introduces Synplate™ and expands Synmerse™ for efficient, safe liquid cooling in data centers, enhancing performance and sustainability.
17 February 2026
ElevenEs Secures Series B Funding with Caterpillar Venture Capital
ElevenEs to start building a 1GWh LFP battery factory in Serbia, aiming for 2027 deliveries, creating 350 jobs, and advancing European battery tech.
17 February 2026
Kemira to Build Activated Carbon Reactivation Plant in Spain
Kemira plans a EUR 20M plant in Tarragona to boost activated carbon reactivation for water treatment, aiming to meet rising demand and support regulatory compliance by 2029.
17 February 2026
ORLEN's Largest Investment Program
PLN 380 billion will modernize Poland's energy system, focusing on gas security, renewables, and grid expansion, ensuring secure, affordable energy.
17 February 2026
OMV Petrom Modernizes Waste-Water Systems at Petrobrazi Refinery
Invested 20 million euros in advanced waste-water treatment, part of a broader modernization effort exceeding 2 billion euros since 2005, including a new sustainable fuels project.
17 February 2026
Worley Advises on New Zealand LNG Terminal
Worley provides technical support for New Zealand's LNG terminal, ensuring international standards and local compliance, from procurement to commissioning.
16 February 2026
Horse Powertrain and Repsol Develop Efficient Hybrid Powertrain with Renewable Gasoline
The new hybrid powertrain achieves 44.2% efficiency, cuts fuel use by 40%, and reduces CO2 emissions using 100% renewable gasoline, supporting a technology-neutral approach to decarbonization.
16 February 2026
Geoinform Ltd. and Baker Hughes Form Strategic Partnership
The partnership aims to enhance operational efficiency with innovative technologies, covering services, asset maintenance, and professional training in the energy sector.
16 February 2026
Moeve and ADA Form Quantum Computing Alliance
The alliance aims to boost quantum tech in Andalusia, enhancing energy efficiency and security, with IBM as a tech partner and Ayesa collaborating.
16 February 2026
Eni Discovers Gas and Condensate in Côte d'Ivoire's Calao Channel
Murene South-1X well in Block CI-501 confirms significant gas and condensate potential in Côte d'Ivoire, with estimated volumes of 5.0 Tcf gas and 450 million barrels of condensate.
16 February 2026
Chevron Secures Four Offshore Leases for Greek Exploration
Chevron and HELLENiQ ENERGY sign agreements for offshore exploration in Greece, focusing on seismic work to assess hydrocarbon potential. Awaiting Greek Parliament ratification.
16 February 2026
BASF Boosts BDO Production in Ludwigshafen for European Supply Security
Increased BDO output supports stable supply and strengthens downstream markets, focusing on sustainability and long-term European partnerships.
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