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19 December 2025
UPM's Leuna Biorefinery Begins Commercial Production of Bio-based Chemicals
The biorefinery produces industrial sugars, enabling renewable glycols and lignin fillers, supporting the shift from fossil to bio-based materials, with full operations expected by 2026.
18 December 2025
Solinatra and Paques Biomaterials partner to commercialise PHBV for biodegradable single‑use plastics
Joint development plan and conditional offtake to fast‑track lab-to-industrial pilots, certification and scale‑up of next‑gen biodegradable materials; validation in 2026, supply from 2028.
18 December 2025
FDA Approves Boehringer Ingelheim's JASCAYD for Progressive Pulmonary Fibrosis
JASCAYD, a PDE4B inhibitor, slows lung function decline in progressive pulmonary fibrosis, offering a new treatment option based on Phase III trial results.
18 December 2025
TechnipFMC Wins Subsea Contract for Coral North FLNG in Mozambique
TechnipFMC to execute EPC contract for Coral North FLNG, leveraging experience from Coral South. Tasks include manufacturing and installing flowlines, risers, manifolds, and umbilicals.
18 December 2025
Johnson & Johnson's TRUFILL n-BCA Approved by FDA for Chronic Subdural Hematoma Treatment
FDA approves TRUFILL n-BCA for MMA embolization in chronic subdural hematoma, offering a minimally invasive alternative to surgery with proven safety and effectiveness.
18 December 2025
Lilly's Orforglipron Maintains Weight Loss in Phase 3 Trial
Orforglipron met primary and key secondary endpoints for weight maintenance at 52 weeks post-weight loss on Wegovy. FDA submission for obesity treatment is underway.
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18 December 2025
Novo Nordisk Seeks FDA Approval for CagriSema, a Weekly Obesity Treatment
CagriSema, combining cagrilintide and semaglutide, shows 23% weight loss in trials. If approved, it offers a new obesity treatment option.
18 December 2025
Novo Nordisk Seeks FDA Approval for CagriSema, a Weekly Obesity Treatment
CagriSema, a weekly injectable combining GLP-1 and amylin analogues, shows promising weight loss results in trials and awaits FDA review for obesity management.
18 December 2025
H₂CAST Component Transport Marks Milestone for STORAG and Gasunie
A key H₂CAST component traveled from Rotterdam to Etzel, marking progress in hydrogen infrastructure, with commissioning set for early 2026 and testing to follow.
18 December 2025
Aisti secures €20M EIB loan for sustainable acoustic tiles expansion
EIB loan boosts production of bio-based acoustic tiles, supporting EU green goals and rural development, while enhancing R&D for improved properties and market expansion.
18 December 2025
Takeda's Zasocitinib Phase 3 Trials Show Promise for Plaque Psoriasis Treatment
Zasocitinib met all primary and secondary endpoints in Phase 3 trials, showing potential for clear skin in plaque psoriasis with a consistent safety profile.
18 December 2025
Sumitomo's Five Estuaries Wind Farm Gains UK Development Consent
The project secured UK government consent, aims for 1080MW capacity, and plans to start power generation post-2030, supporting up to 1 million UK homes.
17 December 2025
Taaleri and Tesi Invest EUR 16M in Ren-Gas
Ren-Gas, a Finnish P2G developer, plans a nationwide network of e-methane plants, leveraging Finland's renewable energy and grid infrastructure for emissions reduction in transport.
17 December 2025
OMV Petrom Launches New Sulphur Recovery Unit at Petrobrazi
The new unit, a 45 million euro investment, enhances environmental performance and operational flexibility, processing diverse crude oils and supporting gas treatment at Petrobrazi.
17 December 2025
Johnson & Johnson's RYBREVANT FASPRO™ Gains FDA Approval for Faster NSCLC Treatment
FDA approves RYBREVANT FASPRO™ for EGFR-mutated NSCLC, offering faster, subcutaneous administration with fewer side effects compared to IV delivery.
17 December 2025
WITTMANN Expands Production in China
WITTMANN's Kunshan plant now produces injection molding machines locally, doubling capacity and enhancing efficiency. The site will also serve as a development hub for tailored solutions.
17 December 2025
MOL: Danube Refinery Repairs Expected by Q3 2026
A fire at the Danube Refinery was caused by equipment failure. Repairs are underway, with insurance claims in progress. Production loss is mitigated by increased feedstock processing and imports.
17 December 2025
Eni and ILO Enhance Safety and Health in Republic of Congo
The project aims to improve occupational safety and social protection for agri-business workers in the Republic of Congo, building on success in Kenya and Côte d’Ivoire.
17 December 2025
Merck's KEYTRUDA and Padcev Enhance Survival in Cisplatin-Eligible MIBC Patients
KEYTRUDA and Padcev improve survival and response rates in MIBC patients, showing promise as perioperative treatment with consistent safety profiles.
17 December 2025
MOL Group and SOCAR Sign Onshore Exploration Agreement
MOL and SOCAR partner for hydrocarbon exploration in Azerbaijan's Shamakhi-Gobustan region, with MOL as operator. Seismic survey set for 2026, followed by drilling.
17 December 2025
Iberdrola Uses Seville-Made Solutions for German Offshore Wind Farm Protection
Transition pieces at the Windanker wind farm are coated with a cork compound to endure marine conditions, with RTS evolving to offer marine protection solutions.
16 December 2025
Avantium Updates on Government Funding Timeline
Funding timeline delayed due to extended government procedures. Avantium remains confident in securing support after ongoing discussions.
16 December 2025
UPM Ends Graphic Paper Production in Ettringen
UPM will close its Ettringen mill by December 31, 2025, affecting 189 jobs. An after-care team and a transfer company will support impacted employees.
16 December 2025
Shell Invests in Kaikias Waterflood Project in Gulf of America
Shell's Kaikias waterflood project aims to boost oil recovery and extend Ursa platform's lifecycle in the Gulf of America, with first injection set for 2028.
16 December 2025
Statkraft and Fortescue Update Power Deal for Norway Hydrogen Project
The agreement now extends to 2029, covering a 10-year power supply, supporting ongoing studies and approvals for the Holmaneset project.
15 December 2025
SEQENS advances paracetamol production unit at Roussillon
Continuous-flow, lower-footprint paracetamol process; 15,000 t/yr from end‑2026; backed by France 2030 with UPSA and Opella as partners.
15 December 2025
thyssenkrupp Polysius pre-engineers SMA Mineral 120 t/d EAC pilot in Mo i Rana
Pre-engineering covers preheating/cooling layout and multi-stage cyclone preheater with cyclone-flash cooling. Material tests validate thermal behavior for electrified, low-emission quicklime pilot.
15 December 2025
OMV Petrom Begins Offshore Exploration in Bulgaria's Han Asparuh Block
Exploration drilling in Bulgaria's Han Asparuh block starts with two wells, costing €170M, using advanced tech and safety standards, aiming to enhance regional energy security.
15 December 2025
Janssen's TECVAYLI® and DARZALEX FASPRO® Join FDA's Priority Voucher Program
TECVAYLI® and DARZALEX FASPRO® show significant survival benefits in multiple myeloma, gaining FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation and Real-Time Oncology Review.
15 December 2025
Lummus and Advanced Ionics Launch Green Hydrogen Pilot Plant
A pilot plant for green hydrogen electrolyzer technology is underway in Pasadena, Texas, aiming to accelerate commercialization and validate real-world performance.
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