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14 January 2026
Essar Energy Transition Achieves Record Sales in 2025
In 2025, domestic sales hit record highs, driven by retail and aviation growth, infrastructure upgrades, and a focus on decarbonization.
13 January 2026
Silox Launches ActiEco+ Production Line in Belgium
Silox expands production at Engis with a new unit for ActiEco+, sustainable vulcanization activators for tire and rubber industries, boosting circular economy efforts. Capacity: 3,000 t/year.
13 January 2026
Uniper Invests in Five New Solar Projects
Uniper invests in solar projects in the UK and Poland, totaling 288 MWp, as part of its €8 billion growth strategy.
13 January 2026
Arkema Launches Rilsan® Clear Polyamide Unit in Singapore
The new unit triples global production capacity, supporting demand for sustainable materials in key markets and enhancing local supply chains.
13 January 2026
BASF Acquires AgBiTech for Biological Insect Control
BASF to fully acquire AgBiTech by 2026, enhancing insect control solutions in Brazil with NPV technology, supporting sustainable agriculture and integrated pest management.
13 January 2026
Mitsubishi Chemical's DURABIO Plastic Used in Dongfeng Nissan Teana AI Speaker
DURABIO, a plant-based plastic, enhances the Teana's AI speaker with superior transparency, optical properties, and durability, creating a dynamic car interior.
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13 January 2026
NEXTCHEM Secures Two Contracts in China for NX STAMI™ Technologies
NEXTCHEM will provide licenses and PDPs for a new nitric acid plant and revamp a urea plant in China, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing emissions in fertilizer production.
12 January 2026
Essar Future Energy and Gujarat Government Sign MoU for ₹5,100 Crore Bio-Fuel Project
Essar to build a bio-fuel complex in Gujarat, creating 350 jobs by 2029, focusing on decarbonizing aviation, shipping, and transport sectors.
12 January 2026
Uniper and AM Green Sign Agreement for 500,000 Tons of Renewable Ammonia Annually
The agreement marks India's first renewable ammonia offtake, supporting its National Hydrogen Mission and aiding Uniper's low-carbon portfolio for European industries. First shipment expected by 2028.
12 January 2026
UPM Achieves Top Scores in 2025 CDP Assessment
UPM excels in CDP 2025 for climate, forest, and water actions, reflecting strong governance and sustainability strategy aligned with global frameworks.
11 January 2026
QatarEnergy Hosts World's Largest LNG Event
Qatar will host LNG2026, a major event on LNG trends and innovations, featuring global experts and 300 exhibitors, from February 2-5, 2026.
9 January 2026
THOR completes global ISO 45001 target after Speyer accreditation
Expanded integrated management system now includes ISO 9001, 14001 and 50001. Management System and HSE teams credited; reinforces employee safety, environmental protection and product quality.
9 January 2026
Zeopore and BioBTX Boost Circular Aromatics Yield from Waste Plastics
A new catalyst and pyrolysis process doubles BTX yields from waste plastics and biomass, enhancing sustainable chemical recycling.
9 January 2026
Arkema Maintains Top CDP Ratings, Confirms Environmental Leadership
Arkema retains "A" in CDP Climate and "A-" in Water Security, aiming for significant emissions and water withdrawal reductions by 2030.
9 January 2026
LANXESS Achieves Top Sustainability Ratings
Recognized by CDP and EcoVadis for climate and water management, LANXESS ranks among top performers in sustainability, benefiting customers' sustainability goals.
9 January 2026
WACKER Achieves Top CDP Climate Rating
WACKER maintains top CDP Climate rating, excelling in transparency and performance. Also rated A- in Water and B in Forests among 22,100 companies.
9 January 2026
Yara's 2026 Strategy: Resilient Earnings and Sustainable Growth
Yara aims for $600M cash flow growth by 2030, focusing on asset optimization, low-emission ammonia, and shareholder returns, while maintaining strict capital discipline.
8 January 2026
Mitsubishi's CO₂ Plastics Move Toward Automotive Use
CO₂-derived plastics are being tested in automotive parts, potentially cutting emissions by 75% and integrating into existing manufacturing without major changes.
8 January 2026
SkyNRG Advances Project Wigeon with Key Environmental Approvals
Project Wigeon secures environmental approvals, moving to engineering phase. Facility to produce SAF from RNG, reducing emissions and boosting local economy by 2030.
8 January 2026
Toray's All-Carbon Membrane Cuts Biogas Moisture Removal Costs by 70%
The new membrane enhances CO₂ and moisture separation in biogas, reducing costs and improving efficiency, with potential applications in natural gas purification and industrial CO₂ capture.
8 January 2026
Heidelberg Materials Issues Third Green Bond
The €600M bond supports projects like plant modernization and carbon capture. It was 2.8x oversubscribed, reflecting strong investor confidence.
8 January 2026
Fluor Completes BASF's Zhanjiang Verbund Site in South China
Fluor achieved mechanical completion with over 75 million safe work hours. The site will be BASF's third largest, focusing on sustainable production for the Chinese market.
8 January 2026
Johnson & Johnson Partners with U.S. Government to Enhance Medicine Access and Reduce Costs
Agreement with U.S. government to lower drug costs. $55B investment in U.S. manufacturing, including new facilities in Pennsylvania and North Carolina, creating thousands of jobs.
8 January 2026
Hydrogen Pipeline Key to Energy Transition at Port of Rotterdam
The hydrogen pipeline's completion is vital for sustainable industry, linking producers and consumers, and supporting future growth in Rotterdam's port area.
8 January 2026
BASF Earns CDP Leadership Status
BASF received top CDP ratings for climate, forest, and water management, highlighting its commitment to sustainability and emission reduction goals.
8 January 2026
Kemira Achieves Top 2% in CDP Climate and Water Transparency Rankings
Kemira improved its CDP score to A- in Water Security and Climate Change, reflecting strong sustainability efforts and alignment with global best practices.
8 January 2026
BASF Highlights Unique Cosmetics at Cosmet’Agora 2026
BASF introduces new formulations for sensory experiences, Aloversil™ for fuller hair, and Dehyquart® S18, a biodegradable conditioning agent, at Cosmet’Agora 2026.
8 January 2026
Equinor Awards Major Contracts to Norwegian Suppliers
Equinor's framework agreements, worth NOK 100 billion, aim to enhance operations, create jobs, and boost competitiveness in Norway's offshore and onshore facilities.
8 January 2026
SPIE Extends Maintenance Contract with Merck at Molsheim Site
The contract covers multi-technical maintenance, energy efficiency, and CSR initiatives, enhancing site operations and sustainability efforts.
8 January 2026
Galp and Moeve to Merge Downstream Operations for European Energy and Mobility Leadership
The merger aims to enhance value, scale, and strategic positioning, focusing on mobility, refining, and green projects, pending final agreements and approvals by mid-2026.
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