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15 December 2025
Mitsubishi Chemical Expands Carbon Fiber Production in Japan and US
Increasing demand in sports, aerospace, and hypercar sectors drives capacity boost for high-performance carbon fiber, doubling production by 2027.
15 December 2025
Kumho Mitsui Chemicals Expands MDI Production Capacity
MDI production in Yeosu to increase by 100,000 tons/year by 2027, driven by rising demand and sustainability goals.
12 December 2025
Equinor Retains Forus as Head Office Location
Equinor will upgrade its Forus office, reusing 80% of the structure, enhancing energy efficiency, and improving transport links, with completion by 2030.
11 December 2025
C2X to deliver 3.6 million metric tons of carbon removals to Microsoft from Beaver Lake
Beaver Lake will supply 3.6 million engineered CRUs over 12 years, capture ~1 Mt CO2/yr and produce 500,000 t/yr bio‑methanol; $2.5bn capex and operations targeted for 2029.
11 December 2025
Asahi Kasei Wins 2025 TSMC Performance Award
Awarded for innovation in photosensitive dielectric for advanced packaging, Asahi Kasei emphasizes its focus on electronics and investment in semiconductor technology.
11 December 2025
Johnson Matthey Opens Hydrogen Engine Facility in Gothenburg
The new facility tests hydrogen engines for decarbonizing heavy transport, supporting cleaner mobility and regulatory needs with a £2.5m investment.
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11 December 2025
bp Launches Seventh Major Project of 2025
Atlantis Drill Center 1 expansion boosts production by 15,000 boe/d, delivered two months early, enhancing US offshore capacity.
11 December 2025
Equinor and Partners Invest in Johan Castberg Expansion
Investing NOK 4 billion in Johan Castberg's first subsea tie-back, aiming for 46 million barrels by Q4 2028, leveraging existing infrastructure for efficient development.
10 December 2025
Terumo BCT's Automation Enhances Platelet Supply at Appleton's CBC
Appleton's CBC uses new automation to streamline blood processing, cutting manual time by 60% and improving service to hospitals in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
9 December 2025
Lilly to Invest $6 Billion in Alabama API Facility
The new facility in Huntsville will create 3,450 jobs, focus on small molecule and peptide medicines, and enhance supply chain resilience with advanced technologies. Completion expected by 2032.
9 December 2025
thyssenkrupp Reports Positive Cash Flow and Strategic Progress in 2024/2025
Order intake rose 15%, sales fell 6%. Adjusted EBIT up 13%. Free cash flow positive for third year. Strategic transformation and efficiency improvements underway.
8 December 2025
North Sea Strategy Threatens UK Energy Security
The UK's Energy Profits Levy and restrictive policies risk jobs, reduce energy security, and increase reliance on imports. Urgent tax reform is needed to restore investment and stabilize the sector.
8 December 2025
Worley to Build UK's First Cement Carbon Capture Facility
The facility will capture 800,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, aiming for net zero cement production by 2029, supporting UK decarbonization and creating jobs in North Wales.
5 December 2025
Air Liquide to Electrify and Expand Oxygen Facility in Shaanxi, Supporting China's Decarbonization Goals
Air Liquide invests €25M to convert its Yulin ASU to electricity, cutting CO2 emissions by 550,000 tons annually and boosting oxygen capacity by 10%, operational by end of 2027.
5 December 2025
Asahi Kasei to End HMD Production for Long-Term Profitability
HMD production will end by April 2027, reallocating resources to key growth areas. Employee roles will be reassigned, with minimal impact on overall performance.
4 December 2025
Shell and Linde Share Power at Rotterdam Port E-Hub
An e-hub in Rotterdam allows power sharing to optimize operations and ease grid congestion, supporting energy transition and grid reliability.
4 December 2025
EIB Grants ORES €450 Million to Upgrade Walloon Electrical Grid
The EIB funds Wallonia's grid modernization to boost renewable energy integration and electrification, supporting Belgium's energy transition and climate goals.
4 December 2025
Equinor Extends Norne's Lifespan with Verdande Development
Verdande subsea field starts production, extending Norne FPSO's life. Developed swiftly, it boosts resource recovery and supports the Norwegian supplier industry with over NOK 6 billion investment.
3 December 2025
UPM Halts Label Production in Nancy, France
The Nancy site will shift to a slitting and distribution terminal. 79 employees are affected. UPM aims to boost profitability and efficiency by centralizing production.
3 December 2025
Umicore: Slight Increase in Blood Lead Levels Near Hoboken Site
Average blood lead levels near the site rose but stayed within norms. Participation in tests decreased. Umicore continues environmental efforts and encourages more children to join studies.
3 December 2025
Vulcan Energy Secures €250M EIB Funding for German Lithium Project
EIB funds a lithium project in Germany, enhancing Europe's lithium supply chain, reducing imports, and supporting sustainable energy and transport initiatives.
2 December 2025
Trinseo Launches New SBR Binder for Lithium-Ion Batteries
The new SBR Binder Platform enhances energy density, durability, and production efficiency for EV and ESS applications, supporting faster charging and long-term operation.
2 December 2025
Sonae Arauco Cuts GHG Emissions by 41%
Sonae Arauco reduces carbon intensity by 38%, modernizes processes, and invests in renewables, aiming for a 58.8% emissions cut by 2033.
1 December 2025
thyssenkrupp Steel and IG Metall Finalize Restructuring Agreement
Agreement secures financing until 2030, enabling operational implementation of industrial concept, reducing production, cutting 11,000 jobs, and investing in carbon-neutral steel production.
28 November 2025
Borealis Earns Stellantis CSR Supplier Award
Borealis was the only advanced plastics firm shortlisted, highlighting its leadership in sustainable mobility solutions and strong collaboration with Stellantis.
27 November 2025
Rompetrol Rafinare Q1-Q3 2025 Performance
Processed 4.61M tons raw materials, $4.44B turnover, $175M EBITDA, -$20M net result. Calls for fiscal reforms. 1.4B state contribution. 1,206 sales points.
27 November 2025
Braskem and Katoen Natie Launch Singapore Warehouse Project
The warehouse in Singapore will enhance logistics for bio-based products in Southeast Asia, optimizing supply chain performance and reducing transport routes.
26 November 2025
Ercros Solar Plant in Flix Cuts CO2 by 800 Tons Annually
A 1.8 MW solar plant in Flix generates 3,000 MWh/year, reuses industrial land, and is part of a decarbonization plan reducing CO2 emissions by 39% from 2020 levels.
25 November 2025
Veolia's Project to Eliminate Coal in Poznań by 2030
Poznań's district heating will phase out coal by 2030, using a high-efficiency cogeneration plant and innovative energy sources to enhance decarbonization and energy resilience.
25 November 2025
Celtic Renewables Partners with Allen Associates for Grangemouth Biorefinery Design
A new biorefinery in Grangemouth will be ten times larger than the current plant, with a FEED study enhancing cost accuracy and project planning.
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