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11 February 2026
Terumo Europe's Heverlee Site Named Factory of the Future Again
The Heverlee site earns the Factory of the Future title for 2026–2028, highlighting its focus on innovation, sustainability, and quality in healthcare manufacturing.
11 February 2026
ORLEN Acquires 25% Stake in Afrodite Gas Discovery
ORLEN acquires 25% of PL293 in the North Sea, targeting 1.9 bcm of gas. The project tests new production methods and aligns with ORLEN's strategy for Norwegian gas development by 2030.
10 February 2026
Sinopec Capital chosen as financial-services pilot in 2025 hi‑tech industrialization program
A national pilot program aims to speed lab-to-market transitions, aligning industrial supply and demand and strengthening service support for commercial scale-up.
10 February 2026
ArcelorMittal to build €1.3bn electric arc furnace in Dunkirk
Scheduled for 2029, it will cut CO2 intensity threefold, receive 50% support via Energy Efficiency Certificates and relies on EU TRQ/CBAM changes plus a long-term EDF power deal.
10 February 2026
ProLogium breaks ground on Dunkirk gigafactory
Construction begins on a Dunkirk gigafactory for fourth‑generation solid‑state lithium ceramic batteries to boost European battery manufacturing and supply-chain sovereignty.
10 February 2026
Petrobras P-79 Platform Reaches Búzios Field
The FPSO P-79 arrived at the Búzios field to expedite production. It has a capacity of 180,000 barrels of oil and 7.2 million m³ of gas daily, part of the Búzios 8 Production Development project.
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10 February 2026
Petrobras Oil and Gas Production Hits 3 Million Barrels in 2025
Production rose 11% in 2025, with reserves up 1.7 billion boe. Domestic sales increased, driven by diesel and gasoline. Offshore production and refining efficiency reached new highs.
10 February 2026
RWE's Nordseecluster Offshore Wind Substations Ready for Installation
Two offshore substations completed in France will be installed in the German North Sea, advancing the Nordseecluster wind project, which will power 1.6 million homes.
10 February 2026
ORLEN Expands LNG Operations: Increased Deliveries, Fleet, and Import Capacity
In 2025, LNG imports to Poland rose by 30%, with expanded terminal capacity and fleet. New export markets included Japan and Turkey. A second terminal will further boost capacity.
10 February 2026
Borealis and Partners Launch Circular Waste Management in Indonesia
A feasibility study will assess creating a plastics recycling facility in East Java, aiming to transform waste into high-quality recycled polyolefins and promote a circular economy.
10 February 2026
RWE Secures UK Contracts for 290 MW Solar and Wind Capacity
RWE wins Contracts for Difference for 215 MW solar and 76 MW wind in UK, powering 240,000 homes annually. Prices set at £65.23/MWh for solar and £72.24/MWh for wind.
10 February 2026
FDA Grants Priority Review to Takeda's Oveporexton for Narcolepsy Type 1
Oveporexton, an orexin agonist, aims to treat narcolepsy type 1 by restoring orexin signaling. FDA's decision expected in Q3. Current treatments insufficient for many patients.
10 February 2026
Worley Partners with Samsung C&T for CO₂ Sequestration in Qatar
Worley to provide engineering for Qatar's LNG CO₂ sequestration, storing 4.3 million metric tonnes annually, supporting sustainable development and energy transition.
9 February 2026
SOLA Group Begins Construction on Hybrid Solar-Battery Project for Sasol and Air Liquide
Naos-1, a 300 MW solar and 660 MWh battery project, achieves financial close. It marks a milestone in South Africa's private power market, targeting operation by 2028.
9 February 2026
SOLA Group Begins Construction on Hybrid Solar-Battery Project for Sasol and Air Liquide
Naos-1, a 300 MW solar and 660 MWh battery project, achieves financial close, marking a milestone in South Africa's private power market with operations set for 2028.
9 February 2026
DOMO to Establish Asia Development Center in China
The new center in Haiyan will enhance innovation, support Asian customers, and focus on sustainable growth, leveraging local production and supply chain strengths.
9 February 2026
MGC Participates in Japan's First Ship-to-Ship Methanol Bunkering in Yokohama
Japan completes its first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering at Yokohama, using domestically produced biomethanol, marking a key step in promoting methanol as a marine fuel.
7 February 2026
Johnson & Johnson Shares OMNY-AF Pilot Study Results at AF Symposium 2026
OMNY-AF study shows 100% procedural success, 90% effectiveness at 12 months. VARIPULSE data highlights low neurovascular events and consistent safety across clinical settings.
6 February 2026
Porthos Project: CO₂ Injection Wells Ready
Four North Sea wells converted for CO₂ injection, ensuring safe storage. Work completed with no incidents. First injection planned for autumn 2026.
6 February 2026
SkyNRG and MOB Finalize Environmental Permit for DSL-01
Agreements on emission values led to design changes, reducing wastewater discharge and enhancing sustainability without court involvement.
6 February 2026
Eni and Republic of Congo Celebrate First LNG Cargo from Phase 2 of Congo LNG
Phase 2 of Congo LNG starts, boosting liquefaction to 3 MTPA. Eni aims for 20 MTPA by 2030, enhancing global LNG presence and local economic benefits.
6 February 2026
Hyliko Expands Renewable Hydrogen Supply with Lhyfe in Paris Region
Hyliko secures a multi-year contract for over 200 tonnes of RFNBO hydrogen, supporting decarbonized transport and benefiting from the upcoming TIRUERT scheme.
6 February 2026
Ørsted Reports DKK 25.1 Billion Earnings in 2025
Ørsted strengthened its capital structure, completed divestments, and expanded offshore wind capacity, achieving a net profit of DKK 3.2 billion in 2025.
5 February 2026
CATL and CHANGAN unveil first mass‑produced sodium‑ion passenger car
Mass-production sodium-ion passenger car due mid-2026. Battery up to 175 Wh/kg, >400 km range, excellent cold-weather performance and safety. Scalable supply chain, swap-station rollout, decade of R&D
5 February 2026
Bio-LNG Bunkering in Rotterdam Increases Sixfold in 2025
In 2025, Rotterdam saw a rise in LNG and biomethanol bunkering, while bioblended fuels initially dropped but later recovered. The port also conducted its first ammonia bunkering test.
5 February 2026
SPIE Advances ALK's Low-Carbon Transition at Vandeuil Plant
SPIE replaced gas boilers with heat pumps at ALK's Vandeuil site, cutting CO2 emissions by 305 tons annually and enhancing energy efficiency.
5 February 2026
Neste 2025 Financial Results Release
Strong 2025 results with improved EBITDA and cash flow. Renewable and oil product sales rose. Dividend proposed at EUR 0.20 per share. 2026 guidance: stable renewables, lower oil sales.
4 February 2026
LOTTE Chemical Plans 2026 Expansion in High-Performance Materials and Eco-Friendly Energy
Recorded KRW 18,483B revenue, KRW 943.6B loss in 2025. Focus on reducing commodity petrochemicals, expanding high-value materials, and boosting eco-friendly energy capacity.
4 February 2026
Novo Nordisk Launches Ozempic® Pill in US by Q2 2026
FDA approves Ozempic® tablets for type 2 diabetes, offering enhanced bioavailability. Launch set for Q2 2026.
4 February 2026
Lilly Q4 2025 Financial Results and 2026 Outlook
Q4 revenue rose 43% to $19.3B, EPS up 51%. FDA approved Kwikpen, expanded Jaypirca use. 2026 revenue guidance: $80B-$83B, EPS: $33.50-$35.00.
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