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18 March 2026
Boliden invests SEK 4bn in Garpenberg hoist and SEK 1.5bn in Rönnskär SCM plant
SEK 4bn hoist at Garpenberg to keep 4.5 Mt/yr past 2030; SEK 1.5bn Rönnskär demo plant (280 kt/yr SCMentum) 2026–28. SCM emits <5% of cement CO2; exploration continues.
18 March 2026
Equinor discovery strengthens Johan Castberg
New Polynya Tubåen discovery (7220/7-5)—prelim 14–24 million boe; follows June Drivis Tubåen find (13–20m). Plans: 1–2 exploration wells/yr; Isflak development under construction to tie in two wells.
18 March 2026
Avantium reports 2025 full-year results
Phased start-up of the FDCA Flagship Plant progressed despite construction delays; €85M equity and amended financing secured; half the plant operational; full start-up targeted in 2026
18 March 2026
Eni approves dual FIDs for Indonesian deep‑water gas hubs
Dual FIDs for Gendalo/Gandang and Geng North/Gehem offshore East Kalimantan. Start 2028; plateau 2029 at 2 bscfd gas and 90,000 bpd condensate. Tie-backs to Jangkrik, new FPSO.
18 March 2026
Technip Energies acquires minority stake in Verso Energy’s DEZiR eSAF plant in Rouen
Project will use carbon capture to source biogenic CO2 and has FEED underway; plant due ~2030 to produce 80,000 t/yr eSAF, backed by France 2030/EU fund and planned for replication.
17 March 2026
Perimeter Solutions: SOLBERG EVOLUTION 3% SFFF — first Newtonian fluorine‑free foam with FM approval
Mil‑Spec and ICAO Level B certified; UL‑162 approved for fixed sprinkler use; compatible with standard sprinkler hardware and aircraft surfaces; PFAS‑free, biodegradable; validated for ARFF
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17 March 2026
Brenntag opens Life Sciences Innovation Center in Shanghai
Expands application expertise for Beauty & Care and Food & Nutrition; offers formulation development, testing, small-batch trials and product concept support for China & Hong Kong clients.
17 March 2026
SOCAR and KMG reach 4 million tonnes of Kazakhstan oil transit via Azerbaijan
427th Kazakhstan shipment left Aktau on Mar 12, arrived Sangachal on Mar 13; oil from Tengiz and Kashagan fields delivered to Sangachal, then sent via BTC pipeline to Ceyhan for export.
17 March 2026
TotalEnergies starts Quiluma offshore gas production in Angola
Quiluma field begins production — Angola's first non-associated gas development. Will supply Angola LNG at ~330 MMcf/d (~2 Mtpa) plateau.
17 March 2026
Siemens and Rittal partner on AI data center power infrastructure
Develops scalable, standardized IEC/OCP power distribution for AI data centers - including a white-space 'sidecar' power rack - to handle rising rack densities, speed deployment, and boost efficiency.
17 March 2026
Siemens and Rittal partner on data center power infrastructure
Create standardized, sustainable power distribution for AI data centers: in-rack power units, low-voltage modular/container systems, cooling & safety solutions; pilots underway.
17 March 2026
Kemira obtains PMRA approval in Canada for KemConnect DEX
Chlorine-free performic-acid wastewater disinfection; used in Paris 2024 wastewater works. Combines on-site generation, real-time monitoring and dosing algorithm. Canada rollout pending approvals
17 March 2026
SOCAR and KMG transit 4 million tons of Kazakh oil via Azerbaijan
Transit of Kazakh oil via Azerbaijan reaches 4 million tons: 3.8 Mt from Tengiz, 0.2 Mt from Kashagan. 427th shipment left Aktau Mar 12; oil moves Aktau-Sangachal-BTC-Ceyhan for export.
17 March 2026
BASF Agricultural Solutions invests €17M to expand Saskatoon canola breeding centre
Construction 2026–2027 adds automation, genomic-selection pipelines and a research glasshouse to boost breeding throughput, speed genetic gain and deliver higher-yield, disease-resistant hybrids
17 March 2026
Eni Begins Gas Delivery from Angola's Quiluma Field
Quiluma field starts gas delivery at 150 MMSCF/day, aiming for 330 MMSCF/day in 2026. Gas processed at Soyo plant for Angola LNG export and domestic use.
17 March 2026
Worley to Engineer Donlin Gold Gas Pipeline
Worley Alaska will design a 316-mile natural gas pipeline for the Donlin Gold project, ensuring energy supply in remote, challenging terrain. Completion of feasibility study is set for 2027.
17 March 2026
Thor Offshore Wind Farm Begins Power Generation, Reports RWE
Thor offshore wind farm starts feeding electricity into Denmark's grid, aiming to power over one million homes by 2027 with sustainable features and local job creation.
16 March 2026
THOR GmbH Starts Production at New Speyer Plant
After a five-year build, a €18M facility (Building 4) began production, adding 40,000 t/yr for preservatives and flame retardants; built for expansion and improved supply‑chain security.
16 March 2026
Terumo Aortic's Fenestrated TREO® Gains FDA Breakthrough Status
The FDA's Breakthrough Device Designation accelerates the review of Fenestrated TREO®, a custom stent-graft for complex abdominal aortic aneurysms, offering a tailored, minimally invasive solution.
16 March 2026
OMV Petrom Delivers First Module for 20 MW Green Hydrogen Project at Petrobrazi
First electrolyser module delivered for Petrobrazi's green hydrogen project, supporting sustainable fuel production and Romania's NRRP targets.
16 March 2026
Aptar's Nasal Delivery System in Phase II Study for SPONTAN® Spray
Aptar's nasal system aids LTR Pharma's SPONTAN® Phase II study, focusing on safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics for erectile dysfunction treatment.
16 March 2026
Eni Discovers Over 1 Tcf of Gas in Libya
Two new gas discoveries in Libya's Bahr Essalam South structures, totaling over 1 Tcf, will be rapidly developed and integrated with existing offshore facilities for local and export supply.
16 March 2026
bp Starts Gas Production at Angola's Quiluma Field
Initial production is 150 mmscf/day, ramping to 330 mmscf/day by 2026. The project is Angola's first non-associated gas development, enhancing its global natural gas market position.
16 March 2026
Equinor Completes Investigation of Mongstad Fatal Accident
An internal probe into a fatal crane accident at Mongstad identifies safety improvements for lifting operations. Measures are being implemented to prevent future incidents.
16 March 2026
Lilly's EBGLYSS Achieves Positive Phase 3 Results in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
EBGLYSS shows significant skin improvement and itch relief in children with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, meeting primary and secondary endpoints in Phase 3 ADorable-1 trial.
16 March 2026
Arkema Boosts Kynar® PVDF Capacity in China
Arkema expands Changshu site by 20% to meet rising demand in Asia-Pacific for Kynar® PVDF, targeting EV batteries, coatings, and more, with a 2028 start-up.
16 March 2026
Neste opens largest facility for upgrading liquefied waste plastic
The new facility processes 150,000 tons of waste plastic annually, advancing chemical recycling and reducing fossil resource use and emissions.
16 March 2026
Garpenberg Mine Incident - Boliden
A rock fall at Garpenberg mine led to injuries and evacuation due to increased seismic activity. Production halted pending safety inspections.
16 March 2026
Hynetwork Connects First Hydrogen Plant to Dutch Network
The first hydrogen plant connects to the Dutch network, marking progress in decarbonizing industry and expanding the hydrogen infrastructure in northwestern Europe.
16 March 2026
OCI Global H2 and FY 2025 Unaudited Results
Geopolitical tensions raise gas costs, impacting nitrogen production. OCI divests assets, plans merger with Orascom. Court halts shareholder vote pending inquiry. Revenue and EBITDA decline.
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