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9 September 2025
bp to Drill Five Wells in Mediterranean
bp signed an MoU to explore five wells in the Mediterranean, aiming to boost gas production in the West Nile Delta, with drilling set for 2026 and potential tie-backs post-evaluation.
8 September 2025
Fluor Secures Spot on DTRA Contract
Fluor is among six firms selected for a $3.5B CTRIC IV contract, offering services to reduce chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats globally over 10 years.
6 September 2025
Uniper Demolishes Scholven Power Plant Cooling Tower F
Cooling tower F at Scholven was demolished, with concrete recycled on-site. Future plans include an H₂-ready gas plant, focusing on decarbonization and energy security.
4 September 2025
IFF Launches DEB Platform in Large-Scale Home Care Applications
DEB platform debuts in laundry detergents, enhancing fabric softness and cleaning with biodegradable ingredients, replacing non-biodegradable ones.
4 September 2025
UPM to Halt Label Production in Nancy, France
UPM plans to centralize production, converting the Nancy site into a distribution terminal, impacting up to 82 jobs.
4 September 2025
Angola's President Meets Eni CEO Descalzi
They discussed Azule Energy's progress, future projects, and initiatives in health, education, and sustainable development in Angola.
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4 September 2025
Avantium Reports H1 2025 Results
Avantium's FDCA plant progresses with successful MMF production. Secured €20M financing and launching €65M equity raise to support commercialization.
3 September 2025
Shell Halts Rotterdam Biofuels Plant Construction
Shell stops Rotterdam biofuels project after evaluating market dynamics and costs, focusing on competitive, low-carbon investments like CCS, hydrogen, and SAF.
2 September 2025
matterr to Build Depolymerisation Plant at Chemiepark Knapsack
A new plant will convert PET waste into reusable materials, supporting a fossil-free, circular economy at Chemiepark Knapsack, with operations starting in 2026.
2 September 2025
Symrise Opens New Hydrolite® 5 Green Production Unit in Spain
The new unit in Spain boosts supply chain efficiency, reduces emissions, and enhances sustainability for Hydrolite® 5 green, meeting rising demand for this multifunctional ingredient.
2 September 2025
Clariant and Swire Energy Open New Supply Base in Norway
New facility in Dusavik, Norway enhances chemical storage and transfer for North Sea market, featuring full automation, quality control lab, and expanded operational support.
2 September 2025
Evonik Oxeno Launches Cloud-Based Planning Platform Upgrade
Evonik Oxeno enhances its planning platform, boosting decision-making with cloud-based insights and streamlined workflows for improved supply chain resilience and strategic focus.
2 September 2025
Siemens and Snowflake Enhance IT/OT Integration for Industry
The collaboration connects shop floor OT data with IT systems, enhancing operational efficiency, AI insights, and production optimization.
2 September 2025
Bondalti Chemicals Launches Chlor-Alkali Plant in Portugal Using Asahi Kasei Technology
The new plant in Portugal uses advanced electrolyzers to enhance efficiency, reduce power use, and support decarbonization goals in the chlor-alkali industry.
1 September 2025
Petromidia Offshore Terminal Turnaround Completed by KMG International
Midia Marine Terminal completed a 10-day maintenance, replacing critical hoses and ensuring uninterrupted crude supply to Petromidia refinery, despite challenging weather conditions.
1 September 2025
Yara Clean Ammonia Enhances Competitiveness with Dual-Fuel Vessels
YCA secures dual-fuel vessels to boost supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and meet environmental standards in the low-emission ammonia market.
1 September 2025
Mitsui Chemicals Restructures Organization Effective October 2025
Mitsui Chemicals will restructure to enhance R&D, establish new labs, rename divisions, and close certain units, effective October 1, 2025.
29 August 2025
EEW Opens New Sewage Sludge Incineration Plant in Delfzijl
The new plant processes 180,000 tons annually, saves 15 million m³ of gas, and cuts 27,000 tons of CO₂. It recovers phosphate and supports the Dutch energy transition.
28 August 2025
Dangote Group and Ethiopia to Build $2.5B Fertilizer Plant
A $2.5B urea plant in Ethiopia will produce 3M metric tons annually, boosting agriculture, reducing imports, and creating jobs. Completion is targeted within 40 months.
28 August 2025
Aurubis Launches Steam Accumulator at Lünen Recycling Site
The new system cuts 2 million m³ natural gas and 5,000 tons CO₂ annually, saving over €1 million in EBITDA. Funded by BMWE, it aligns with climate goals and boosts energy efficiency.
28 August 2025
Evonik Launches SYNEQT GmbH for Industrial Services
SYNEQT will unify Marl and Wesseling's infrastructure services, aiming for climate-neutral, flexible industrial ecosystems and attracting new customers. Operations start January 1, 2026.
28 August 2025
ScottishPower Expands Arecleoch and Kilgallioch Wind Farms
The expansion adds 22 turbines, boosting capacity to 485 MW, powering 300,000 homes. It includes peatland restoration and promises socio-economic and environmental benefits.
26 August 2025
ORLEN Boosts Norwegian Gas Output by 500 Million Cubic Meters
The Ormen Lange field's third phase uses subsea compressors to enhance gas production, improve efficiency, and reduce emissions, increasing recovery rates from 75% to 85%.
25 August 2025
Sasol Advances CMD Goals with Strong FY25 Financials
Achieved 75% higher free cash flow, improved EBITDA, and advanced emission reduction. Strengthened balance sheet, reduced net debt, and increased EPS by over 100%.
22 August 2025
Asahi Kasei to Double PIMEL™ Production by 2030
Doubling PIMEL™ capacity by 2030, driven by semiconductor demand, supports growth in electronics and generative AI sectors, with a ¥16 billion investment in Fuji City.
21 August 2025
Air Products Completes First Liquid Hydrogen Fill at NASA's Largest Sphere
Air Products delivered over 730,000 gallons of liquid hydrogen to NASA's Kennedy Space Center for Artemis missions, marking their largest hydrogen fill for NASA.
21 August 2025
Mistra-Autex Orders Needlepunch Line from ANDRITZ
The new line will boost productivity fivefold, enhance product quality, and cut costs with ANDRITZ's ProWin™ system, starting Q3 2026.
21 August 2025
Mitsui Chemicals and NS Solutions Partner to Optimize Supply Chains
The partnership aims to enhance supply chain efficiency using advanced optimization technology, improving decision-making and reducing costs, with potential savings of billions of yen.
21 August 2025
ORLEN Group Q2 2025: Strong Profit Growth
Q2 2025 saw doubled LIFO-based EBITDA, strategic investments in energy transition, and complete shift from Russian crude, enhancing regional energy security.
14 August 2025
Greenergy Extends Amsterdam Biodiesel Plant Lease
The lease extension supports biofuel production growth in Amsterdam, aligning with Dutch policies to boost biofuel use and reduce CO₂ emissions.
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