Operational Changes and Investments news (page 8)

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  2 March 2026

  Novo Nordisk Invests €432M in Athlone Facility Expansion

  The investment boosts GLP-1 production, creates 500 construction jobs, and enhances Ireland's role in global supply outside the US. Completion expected by 2028.
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  2 March 2026

  Galp 4Q & FY25 Financial Results

  Strong 2025 performance with €2.2bn cash generation, 4% DPS increase, and €250m buyback. Key growth in Brazil, Namibia, and Sines. Net debt at €1.3bn, FCF at €81m.
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  2 March 2026

  Mitsui Chemicals Unveils AI for Efficient R&D Literature Reviews

  An AI agent reduces literature review time by 80%, automating compound identification and data extraction from scientific texts, enhancing R&D efficiency.
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  1 March 2026

  Dangote Cement signs $1bn deal with Sinoma for 12 African cement projects

  Deal backs new plants, expansions and upgrades across Africa to raise capacity toward an 80 MTPA 2030 target, secure gas supply, improve efficiency, cut emissions and create jobs.
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  27 February 2026

  ZILS Investments Surpass €20 Billion, Boosting Regional Growth

  ZILS attracts major investments in energy, industry, and tech, enhancing Sines' role as a key production and export hub, creating jobs and boosting economic competitiveness.
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  27 February 2026

  Ercros Reports EUR 8M EBITDA, EUR 54M Loss

  Weak demand, high energy costs, and competition impact results. Cost reduction plan on track. Financial debt reduced. Takeover bid rejected. Demand recovery expected in late 2026.

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  27 February 2026

  BASF Advances "Winning Ways" Strategy Milestones

  BASF boosts free cash flow, starts Zhanjiang plants, and cuts costs. 2025 EBITDA drops to €6.6B; 2026 outlook: €6.2-7.0B EBITDA, €1.5-2.3B free cash flow.
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  26 February 2026

  PureCycle Technologies Q4 2025 Results and Update

  Record production, revenue growth, expansion in Thailand and Belgium, and leadership changes. Gen-2 design shows cost efficiency. Financials stable with ongoing projects and debt management.
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  26 February 2026

  Aramco Advances Gas Expansion with Jafurah and Tanajib Projects

  Jafurah and Tanajib projects boost gas production, aiming for 80% capacity increase by 2030, supporting economic growth and energy diversification.
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  26 February 2026

  Covestro Meets 2025 Guidance Amid Challenges

  Sales and EBITDA fell in 2025. Strategic moves and partnerships aim to boost growth. 2026 outlook: stable EBITDA, improved cash flow, and reduced emissions.
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  26 February 2026

  2025 Results: Arkema Performance Summary

  Strong cash flow and EBITDA, sales growth in key markets, successful capacity expansions, and sustainability progress. Dividend stable; 2026 targets slight EBITDA growth amid weak demand.
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  26 February 2026

  EEW Advances Flue Gas Cleaning Modernization in Helmstedt

  EEW invests in flue gas cleaning to meet strict emissions, enhance environmental performance, and ensure long-term site viability during ongoing operations in Helmstedt.
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  25 February 2026

  Eni Confirms Biorefining Investment in Sannazzaro de’ Burgondi

  Eni plans to convert Sannazzaro refinery units to biorefinery, boosting biofuel output without affecting traditional fuel production, aiming for 550,000 tonnes/year by 2028.
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  25 February 2026

  Vopak Announces Record 2025 Results and EUR 1.7 Billion Shareholder Program

  Net profit rose 61% to EUR 604M. Operating cash flow hit EUR 823M. EUR 4B investment by 2030 planned. EUR 1.1B in growth projects underway. Energy transition projects worth EUR 200M in progress.
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  24 February 2026

  Aurubis Lünen Launches High-Purity Oxygen Plant in North Rhine-Westphalia

  The new air separation unit boosts production efficiency, supply security, and reduces CO2 emissions by 8,500 t annually, enhancing the site's role in the circular economy.
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  24 February 2026

  Rompetrol Rafinare Schedules Turnaround for Petromidia and Vega Refineries

  Petromidia and Vega refineries will halt operations for a 20-day scheduled maintenance, focusing on inspections, equipment cleaning, and component replacements to ensure safety and efficiency.
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  23 February 2026

  thyssenkrupp Steel to Supply CO₂-Reduced Steel for BMW iX3 Production

  bluemint® recycled steel, with high recycled content and CO₂ savings, will be used in BMW iX3's outer panels and battery housing, meeting quality and safety standards without process changes.
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  23 February 2026

  Solvay Reduces Torrelavega Soda Ash Capacity for Competitiveness

  Capacity at Torrelavega cut to 420 kt by 2026 due to oversupply and high costs. Sodium bicarbonate unaffected. Focus on regional customers and sustainability. 77 positions reduced.
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  23 February 2026

  Sasol Advances Strategic Goals, Meets CMD Targets

  Sasol reports stable turnover, improved production, and reduced costs. Despite lower earnings, free cash flow rose, supported by strategic initiatives and disciplined management.
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  23 February 2026

  Sasol Advances Strategic Goals, Meets CMD Targets

  Despite a challenging macro environment, Sasol improved production, managed costs, and increased free cash flow, while advancing its Grow and Transform strategy.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  16 February 2026

  MOL Requests Release of Strategic Oil Reserves to Ensure Supply

  No oil via Druzhba since Jan 2026. MOL shifts to seaborne supply, first arrivals in March. Hungary may release 250,000 tons of reserves. 90-day reserves secure supply. Monitoring continues.
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  16 February 2026

  MOL Requests Release of Strategic Oil Reserves to Ensure Supply

  Due to halted Druzhba pipeline deliveries, seaborne crude oil is being used. Strategic reserves may be tapped if eastern shipments don't resume. Fuel supply remains stable.