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17 September 2025
UPM Extends Shutdowns at Finnish Pulp Mills
UPM extends Kaukas mill shutdown to October 11, 2025, and plans a two-week shutdown at Pietarsaari in November to adapt to market conditions and high wood costs.
16 September 2025
INEOS Inovyn Mothballs Tavaux Chloromethane Facility
Due to weak demand and high costs, production shifts to Rosignano, Italy, to minimize customer impact.
16 September 2025
Grupa Azoty Secures Thermal Coal Supply from Polska Grupa Górnicza
Agreements signed for thermal coal supply from October 2025 to June 2028, valued at PLN 350 million net.
16 September 2025
Keynote by President von der Leyen at 'One Year After the Draghi Report' Conference
Von der Leyen highlights Europe's progress in innovation, AI, energy independence, and clean tech, emphasizing the need for continued investment and reducing dependencies.
15 September 2025
Solvay Expands Zhenjiang Plant for Electronic Grade Hydrogen Peroxide
The expansion doubles production capacity to meet rising semiconductor demand, ensuring high-purity hydrogen peroxide for critical chip manufacturing processes.
11 September 2025
Aurubis Secures €200M EIB Loan for Recycling and Copper Expansion
EIB funds will boost copper refining in Bulgaria and recycling in Hamburg, supporting EU's critical raw materials strategy and enhancing Europe's supply chain resilience.
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Innovation and Product Development
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Operational Changes and Investments
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Financial Performance and Strategy
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Executive Appointments and Governance Changes
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Regulatory and Compliance Updates
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11 September 2025
Stargate Hydrogen Uses BASF's Ultrason® for Lightweight Electrolyzer Frames
Ultrason® S enhances electrolyzer frames with chemical resistance, durability, and design flexibility, boosting green hydrogen production efficiency and reducing costs.
11 September 2025
EIB Group to Support Energy Efficiency for 350,000 European SMEs with €17.5 Billion Initiative
The initiative aims to double energy efficiency support for SMEs, mobilize €65 billion by 2027, and simplify access through a "one-stop-shop" and partnerships with private sectors.
10 September 2025
ANDRITZ to Build Sewage Sludge Incineration Plant for RBB in Germany
The plant will enhance sewage sludge treatment, recover phosphorus, and boost energy efficiency, serving over 70 municipalities in line with German regulations. Completion is set for November 2028.
10 September 2025
Novo Nordisk Restructures for Growth
Streamlining aims to cut 9,000 jobs, save DKK 8bn annually by 2026, and reinvest in diabetes and obesity growth, despite DKK 8bn restructuring costs impacting 2025 profit outlook.
9 September 2025
Toray and T2 Start Autonomous Truck Trial for Petrochemical Transport
Testing autonomous trucks on a 440-km route in Japan to address driver shortages and use carbon-neutral fuels, aiming for Level 4 operations by 2027.
9 September 2025
Symrise Opens Data & AI Hub in Barcelona
The new hub in Barcelona focuses on data-driven solutions, enhancing innovation, supply chain resilience, and customer responsiveness across key business areas.
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.
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.
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