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10 September 2025
Novo Nordisk Restructures for Growth
Streamlining aims to cut 9,000 jobs, save DKK 8bn annually by 2026, and reinvest in diabetes and obesity growth, despite DKK 8bn restructuring costs impacting 2025 profit outlook.
9 September 2025
Symrise Opens Data & AI Hub in Barcelona
The new hub in Barcelona focuses on data-driven solutions, enhancing innovation, supply chain resilience, and customer responsiveness across key business areas.
8 September 2025
Croda Expands UK Facility for Biopharma Innovation
Croda expands its UK site to boost production of Super Refined™ Poloxamer 188, enhancing bioprocessing capabilities and creating new jobs in engineering, operations, and logistics.
8 September 2025
NEXTCHEM (MAIRE) Secures Engineering Study for UK SAF Plant Using NX Technologies
Altalto's UK SAF plant will convert waste to fuel using NX Circular™ and NX CPO™ technologies, aiming to cut emissions and create jobs by 2030.
4 September 2025
Angola's President Meets Eni CEO Descalzi
They discussed Azule Energy's progress, future projects, and initiatives in health, education, and sustainable development in Angola.
3 September 2025
ORLEN Secures CIPS Procurement Certification
ORLEN's procurement meets global standards, enhancing transparency and ethical practices. Certification valid for two years, highlighting strong governance and supplier relationship management.
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3 September 2025
Kemira Achieves Record EcoVadis Score, Retains Gold Sustainability Rating
Kemira improved its EcoVadis score by 5 points, excelling in Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement, reinforcing its commitment to ESG performance.
28 August 2025
Perstorp Announces Workforce Reduction for Future Growth
The chemical industry faces high costs and competition. Perstorp plans an 8% workforce cut to enhance resilience, with ongoing union discussions to ensure fair treatment.
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.
29 July 2025
EU allocates €3M for 915 dismissed Goodyear workers in Germany
The EU will fund career support for dismissed workers in Germany, covering 60% of costs. Approval from the European Parliament and Council is pending.
25 July 2025
Greene secures €224M from EIB and Santander for waste recovery plants in Spain
Five plants will convert 200,000 tonnes of waste annually into industrial materials, supporting the circular economy and creating jobs, operational by 2029.
24 July 2025
Kazakhstani Content Development: A Priority for TCO
IMBC and partners focus on enhancing local manufacturing capabilities, aligning with international standards, and increasing local content in oil and gas projects in Kazakhstan.
23 July 2025
Lhyfe Secures €2.5m in First Crowdfunding Success
Public investors fund green hydrogen, raising €2.5m. Nearly 1,200 participants invested €300-€75,000, exceeding typical crowdfunding metrics, supporting decarbonization and regional energy goals.
22 July 2025
TotalEnergies Invests in U.S. Sustainable Forestry
Agreement with NativState to conserve 100,000 hectares, offering sustainable income, improving forest health, and generating carbon credits for offsetting emissions from 2030.
21 July 2025
Moeve's €80M Sustainability Investment in 2024
€81.1M invested in water management, energy efficiency, and emissions reduction. Achieved significant waste and water recirculation improvements, validated by EMAS and ISO certifications.
10 July 2025
Bayer to Exit Frankfurt Site by 2028, Secures Other German Sites Until 2030
Agreements ensure socially acceptable job adjustments in Germany, with support for affected employees and no further site closures until 2030.
2 July 2025
X-ELIO Commissions 14 MW Funaki Solar Plant in Japan
The Funaki plant, producing 18,686 MWh annually, supplies Amazon under a 20-year PPA, aiding Japan's net-zero goal. X-ELIO also supports local disaster preparedness.
23 June 2025
TCO Named Top Employer in Kazakhstan for Fourth Consecutive Year
TCO excels in employee growth, diversity, and benefits, achieving a 95.5% local workforce and top employer status through strong development programs and a supportive work culture.
18 June 2025
Heidelberg Materials Launches First Industrial-Scale CCS Facility in Cement Industry
Brevik CCS in Norway captures 400,000 tonnes CO₂ annually, enabling net-zero concrete. Part of Norway's Longship project, it sets a blueprint for future CCS initiatives.
18 June 2025
Tengizchevroil Releases 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report
The report highlights TCO's safety, environmental efforts, $201B in payments to Kazakhstan, and investments in local content and community projects.
11 June 2025
Ercros Tarragona: 27 Years Accident-Free
27 years accident-free due to a strong safety culture, ongoing training, and strict protocols in a complex, hazardous environment.
30 May 2025
Holcim Launches Near-Zero Cement Project in Greece
The OLYMPUS project aims to produce 2 million tons of near-zero cement annually by 2029, creating over 1,000 jobs and receiving EU funding for carbon capture technology.
29 May 2025
Celtic Renewables: Advancing Low-Carbon Jobs in Grangemouth
Celtic Renewables converts waste to green chemicals, creating jobs and training in Grangemouth, with plans to expand biorefineries and workforce across the UK and Ireland.
27 May 2025
Oil and Gas Professional Standards Update in Astana by KazMunayGas and Partners
Kazakhstan's government focuses on updating oil and gas professional standards to align with industry changes and enhance workforce skills in 2025, the Year of Working Professions.
1 May 2025
Dreexo Energy to Build Circular Economy Plant in Cádiz
The plant will convert non-edible fats and oils into chemicals, creating jobs and minimizing waste, supporting sustainable industry in Andalucía.
29 April 2025
Tengizchevroil Secures Contracts with Kazakhstani Suppliers
TCO signed contracts worth $10.5M with local firms for equipment at the Kazakhstan Machine Builders Forum, boosting local content in oil and gas projects.
14 April 2025
Wanhua’s Acquisition of Vencorex: A Critical Juncture for European Chemical Industry
The acquisition raises concerns over job losses, foreign ownership, and automation, but offers potential in green chemistry and highlights the need for regulatory reassessment and community resilience.
12 April 2025
Iberdrola to Invest €14B in UK Electricity Grids
The investment focuses on new submarine connections, creating 12,000 jobs, boosting the economy by €2.3B annually, and supporting the UK's Clean Power 2030 Plan.
11 April 2025
BENEO Opens Pulse-Processing Plant in Germany
The new plant processes faba beans into sustainable ingredients, creating 25 jobs and using renewable energy, aligning with eco-conscious consumer trends and regional economic growth.
31 March 2025
Kazakhstan Begins Construction on Major Polyethylene Plant in Atyrau
The plant will produce 1.25M tons of polyethylene annually by 2029, creating 8,000 construction jobs and 800 operational jobs, boosting Kazakhstan's economy and reducing import reliance.
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