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21 August 2025
ORLEN Group Q2 2025: Strong Profit Growth
Q2 2025 saw doubled LIFO-based EBITDA, strategic investments in energy transition, and complete shift from Russian crude, enhancing regional energy security.
21 August 2025
thyssenkrupp Uhde finalizes Pre-FEED for HAMR Energy's renewable fuels project in Australia
The project in Victoria will use biomass and renewable electricity to produce green methanol, aiding Australia's hydrogen strategy and decarbonizing long-haul transport.
20 August 2025
matterr and BESTSELLER Partner to Scale Polyester Recycling
The partnership aims to scale polyester recycling, reduce fossil resource use, and cut emissions with a new plant in Germany processing 10,000 tonnes of waste annually by 2026.
20 August 2025
Neste Earns EcoVadis Platinum for Sustainability
Ranked in the top 1% globally, the company improved in Labor, Ethics, and Procurement, maintaining a perfect Environment score.
19 August 2025
Vioneo Partners with Lummus for Fossil-Free Polypropylene Plant
A new plant in Antwerp will produce fossil-free polypropylene using green methanol, renewable electricity, and hydrogen, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting sustainable plastics.
19 August 2025
Trinseo Launches Recycling Project in Zhangjiagang
Trinseo invests $20M in a recycling project, enhancing Zhangjiagang's industrial growth and circular economy, supported by local government for high-quality development.
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18 August 2025
Twaron® Earns ISCC PLUS Certification
ISCC PLUS certifies Twaron® production for sustainable feedstocks, enhancing traceability and supporting circularity efforts while maintaining performance standards.
14 August 2025
Greenergy Extends Amsterdam Biodiesel Plant Lease
The lease extension supports biofuel production growth in Amsterdam, aligning with Dutch policies to boost biofuel use and reduce CO₂ emissions.
14 August 2025
Greenergy Extends Amsterdam Biodiesel Plant Lease
The lease extension supports biofuel production growth in Amsterdam, aligning with Dutch policies to boost biofuel use and reduce CO₂ emissions.
14 August 2025
Porthos CO2 Pipeline Installed Offshore
A 20-km CO2 pipeline is laid and entrenched under the North Sea, connecting Rotterdam's port to storage reservoirs over 3 km below the seabed.
13 August 2025
NLC Praises Dangote Refinery, Urges Crude Sales in Naira
NLC supports local crude sales in naira to cut fuel costs, praises refinery's impact on prices, jobs, and compliance with global standards. Dangote plans CNG trucks to reduce logistics costs.
13 August 2025
Eastman and Huafon to Produce Cellulose Acetate Yarn in China
The partnership aims to boost local production and innovation of sustainable cellulose acetate yarn, enhancing supply chain agility and market presence in China.
13 August 2025
Ercros Cuts CO2 Emissions by 38% in Four Years
GHG emissions cut by 9%. Logistics improvements avoided 8,580 tonnes CO2. Accident frequency down 22%. Achieved EcoVadis Platinum, CDP "B" rating, and improved ESG score. Certified sustainability systems.
12 August 2025
Stanlow Terminals Invests in UK Energy Transition Infrastructure
Stanlow Terminals upgrades infrastructure for low-carbon fuels, enhancing efficiency and safety, and supports UK's net-zero goals with biofuels, hydrogen, and carbon capture initiatives.
11 August 2025
matterr Secures €30M EU Grant for Polyester Recycling Plant
The €63M project will build a 10,000-tonne polyester recycling plant in Germany by 2027, aiming to transform waste into high-quality feedstock for packaging and textiles.
8 August 2025
MOL Group Advances SAF and HVO Production on World Biodiesel Day
MOL Group completes SAF and HVO tests at Rijeka and Bratislava refineries, highlighting readiness for sustainable fuel production and commitment to EU climate goals.
7 August 2025
NEXTCHEM (MAIRE) Secures U.S. Contract for Low-Carbon Hydrogen Tech
The project uses NX eBlue™ tech to produce 15,000 Nm³/h of low-carbon hydrogen, reducing CO₂ emissions with renewable energy and integrated carbon capture.
6 August 2025
WACKER and Gearbox Partner on Plasmid DNA Manufacturing
The collaboration aims to enhance plasmid DNA production with antibiotic-free methods, improving scalability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for advanced therapies.
5 August 2025
Asahi Kasei Demonstrates High-Yield, High-Purity Biomethane Production
A new biogas purification system using zeolites achieves 99.5% yield and 97% purity, targeting commercialization by 2027.
5 August 2025
Commission Approves €11 Billion French Offshore Wind Aid
The EU approved a French scheme to support offshore wind farms, using a two-way CfD to ensure market stability and reduce import dependency, aiding the net-zero transition.
4 August 2025
thyssenkrupp Polysius to Supply Electric Kiln for Zero-Emission Lime Plant
The project uses SaltX tech for CO2-free lime production, with a 2027 completion target and 40,000-ton capacity, backed by EUR 24M from Enova.
4 August 2025
Siemens Achieves Platinum in EcoVadis Sustainability Rating
Ranked in the top 1% of 130,000 firms, Siemens scored 86 points, excelling in Environment, Ethics, Labor, and Procurement, highlighting its sustainability leadership.
1 August 2025
Vulcan's Lionheart: Zero-Carbon Lithium for Batteries
The project uses geothermal brine to produce lithium and renewable energy, reducing carbon footprint. It partners with Nobian for electrolysis expertise and aims to supply EV batteries in Europe.
31 July 2025
Asahi Kasei Partners with Toyota Tsusho for Battery Separators
The partnership secures a stable supply of lithium-ion battery separators in North America, supporting electric vehicle growth and a sustainable mobility future.
31 July 2025
Veolia to Generate Local Energy from Waste in Porto, Portugal
A 270M€ contract will enhance a waste-to-energy plant in Porto with digitalization, solar power, and carbon capture, aiming for energy efficiency and decarbonization over 15 years.
31 July 2025
OMV Reports EUR 5.79 bn Sales in Q2 2025
Q2 2025: Strong chemical results, low leverage, ongoing Borouge integration, and green hydrogen projects. Energy segment hit by lower oil prices; Fuels & Feedstock affected by shutdowns.
31 July 2025
Clariant Q2 2025: Strong Profitability, Flat Sales
EBITDA margin rose to 17.5% despite flat sales. Savings program underway. 2025 sales growth forecast lowered to 1-3%.
31 July 2025
Covestro Q2 2025: Market Volatility Impacts Performance
Q2 sales and EBITDA fell due to price drops and tariffs. Forecasts adjusted. Acquisition of Pontacol AG to boost sustainable growth. New CCO appointed.
30 July 2025
Asahi Kasei Supplies 1MW Alkaline Electrolyzer to Finland Hydrogen Project
The electrolyzer will aid hydrogen production and decarbonization in Central Finland, with full operation by 2026, supporting sustainable mobility and scalable hydrogen demand.
30 July 2025
EEW to Close Stapelfeld Plant After 46 Years; New Facility Operational by August
The Stapelfeld plant processed 14.3M tons of waste, generating 5.2M MWh electricity. A new facility will double electricity output, ensuring energy security and climate gains.
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