All news (page 39)

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  10 April 2026

  Johnson & Johnson: TECNIS PureSee IOL Shows Strong Contrast Sensitivity and Extended Range of Vision

  Real-world and randomized trials show excellent distance/intermediate vision, some near gain, high satisfaction, low visual disturbances and strong tolerance to residual refractive error.
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  10 April 2026

  WPU (Vitol) to build 80,000 t/yr chemical plastics recycling plant in Rotterdam

  Uses batch pyrolysis to turn end-of-life plastics into pyrolysis oil as naphtha substitute; tech proven at a 20k t/yr Denmark plant; ties into VPR and Vopak storage.
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  10 April 2026

  OMV proposes Emma Delaney as CEO

  Committee proposes Emma Delaney as CEO from Sept 1, 2026 (3‑yr term + optional 2). Irish bp EVP, 30 years' energy experience. Supervisory Board will decide; CFO Florey’s 2‑yr extension also proposed.
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  10 April 2026

  Paques Biomaterials supplies Caleyda PHA for circular bitumen

  PHA biopolymer integrated into asphalt boosts bitumen performance and durability, enables circular supply, replaces fossil components, sequesters ~2 kg CO2/kg polymer, and aids 2030/2050 goals.
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  10 April 2026

  WACKER debuts Beauty Lab at in-cosmetics Paris

  Beauty Lab showcases testable formulations for hair, skin and tattoo care, plus bio-based BELNEXT emollients (EMO FH2, TAL 1840 M), high‑refractive BELSIL PF 23 and shampoo emulsion DM 6013 E
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  10 April 2026

  Eni invests US$70M in Nouveau Monde Graphite

  US$70M in a US$297M raise to fund Matawinie & Becancour; investor gains ~11.5% stake and board seat, secures exclusive graphite/anode supply for Brindisi gigafactory; pending AGM approval

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  10 April 2026

  Petrobras to regain 100% of Tartaruga Verde and Espadarte Module III

  Signed to acquire remaining 50% of Tartaruga Verde and Espadarte III for US$450M: $50M signing; $350M at close; two deferred $25M. Pending ANP approval. Fields producing ~55k b/d
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  9 April 2026

  eFuels SEA launches Southeast Asia eFuel platform using Infinium tech

  New Singapore-based platform will develop eFuel plants across Southeast Asia, converting captured CO2 and renewable power into drop-in eSAF and low-carbon fuels; aims for 3–5 projects.
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  9 April 2026

  Henrik Ehrnrooth re-elected Chair of UPM's Board

  Martin á Porta elected Deputy Chair. Board appointed Audit, Remuneration and Nomination & Governance committees and members. All committee members assessed independent.
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  9 April 2026

  Chevron confirms Bandit oil discovery in Gulf of America

  Oil discovered at Bandit (Green Canyon Block 680), ~125 miles south of Louisiana. High-quality, full-to-base Miocene sands. Co-owners assessing appraisal and potential subsea tie‑backs.
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  9 April 2026

  Gasunie and Fluxys sign JDA to link Dutch and Belgian hydrogen networks

  Targeted by ~2030: cross-border bidirectional hydrogen connection using repurposed gas pipelines (Zandvliet node) to connect major ports/industrial clusters and enable integrated NW-European trade
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  9 April 2026

  Uniper and NGEN break ground on 50 MW (100 MWh) battery in Wilhelmshaven

  The new facility will balance short-term wind/solar fluctuations, boost grid stability and renewable integration. Commissioning planned Q4 2026. Local officials attended; public updates online.
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  9 April 2026

  Boliden: SEK 700m write-down at Garpenberg mine

  March seismic activity damaged the upper Lappberget ore body and infrastructure (ventilation, compressed air, water, power, backfill) and some mobile equipment. Production halt cuts Q1 EBITDA ~SEK 400m
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  9 April 2026

  Novo Nordisk: Wegovy injection approved for up to 48-hour controlled‑temperature delivery in the EU

  EMA change reduces last‑mile cold‑chain needs, lowering packaging/transport costs, enabling discrete home and online dispensing; SmPC updated for healthcare providers; patient leaflet unchanged.
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  9 April 2026

  Evonik showcases high-performance polymers and additives at CHINAPLAS 2026

  Highlights materials for energy transition, EV battery cooling, eVTOL structures, hydrogen, smart manufacturing, 3D-printed medical implants, recycling additives and doubled PA12 capacity
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  9 April 2026

  Worley Rosenberg awarded FEED for RjukanLH2, Nordic’s first liquid hydrogen plant

  FEED (with EPC option) for 25 MW liquid hydrogen plant (10 t/day); modular design with pressurized alkaline electrolyzers and liquefaction; PPA-secured renewable power; production from 2028.
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  9 April 2026

  Boehringer Ingelheim and BioNTech partner on ES‑SCLC immunotherapy trial

  Phase Ib/II trial will test DLL3/CD3 T‑cell engager plus PD‑L1/VEGF‑A bispecific in extensive‑stage SCLC to boost durable antitumor immunity; dosing to start H2 2026
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  9 April 2026

  BASF launches NeoHelix peptide and SkinNexus bio‑identical Collagen III

  Two actives: a precision peptide reducing damaged collagen 41% and raising hyaluronic acid 65%; a recombinant bio‑identical Collagen III fragment that boosts Coll I/III/V and improves tone & wrinkles
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  9 April 2026

  Honeywell to boost fuel output and train operators at Dangote Refinery

  Deploys digital automation, real-time performance monitoring and operator simulators to raise high-octane fuel output, equipment reliability and workforce readiness at largest single-train refinery.
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  9 April 2026

  Galp acquires 351 MW Spanish onshore wind portfolio

  17 operational wind assets (avg COD 2009) producing ~750 GWh/yr; equity value ~€320m, expected close 2Q26; raises renewables to 2 GW and wind share to ~25%
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  9 April 2026

  thyssenkrupp Uhde to build low‑emission 324 ktpa PET plant for KÖKSAN in Turkey

  New PET line will use MTR continuous polycondensation to cut fuel+electric CO2 up to 30%, eliminate SSP, lower CAPEX/OPEX, train local staff; commissioning planned for 2028.
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  9 April 2026

  Zenyaku Kogyo and Chugai end Rituxan co-promotion in Japan effective Sept 3, 2026

  Rituxan co-promotion in Japan ends Sept 3, 2026. One partner will cease sales on sell-out; the other assumes sole sales and medical information from Sept 4. Transition to ensure stable supply.
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  9 April 2026

  Worley names Kristen Bruner CPO as Vikki Pink departs

  Outgoing people leader served nearly seven years and will support a handover. Successor joins 1 May and starts 1 July 2026, bringing HR leadership experience at Huron, W.L. Gore and Boeing.
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  9 April 2026

  Technip Energies wins Long Son Petrochemicals ethane-conversion contract

  Contract to convert a Vietnamese steam cracker from naphtha to ethane: EPC/EP services, site support and burners using USC and HRS tech to boost selectivity, efficiency and reduce carbon intensity.
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  8 April 2026

  UPM Adhesive Materials and Mark Andy renew Americas partnership for seventh year

  Leverages sustainable label materials and advanced printing tech to deliver label solutions optimized for performance, cost and sustainability across press types; shown in demo centers.
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  8 April 2026

  Aptar Digital Health named Enable Injections' digital partner for enFuse

  Companion digital solution for on-body injector to guide injections, support onboarding and training, record treatment and patient-reported outcomes, and provide secure adherence analytics.
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  8 April 2026

  Elkem's Helge Aasen to step down as CEO, nominated as board chairman

  Nomination committee’s proposals take effect after completion of the majority Silicones sale to Bluestar; the current CEO will stay on until a successor is in place. AGM 30 Apr 2026.
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  8 April 2026

  Infinium’s Project Atlas Wins SABA Next‑Gen SAF Procurement

  Selected eSAF project will supply SAF certificates via book-and-claim; airline to take delivery and manage logistics. ~100,000 MTPA, ~95% lifecycle CI reduction, RFNBO-compliant; production by 2029
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  8 April 2026

  CELLforCURE seeks buyer for Les Ulis site

  Seeking buyer to preserve cell & gene therapy manufacturing after funding slowdown, project cancellations and US relocation. Takeover sought in coming months; employee support prioritized.
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  8 April 2026

  Evonik launches VESTAKEEP Easy Slide 2 PEEK for high‑temperature, high‑pressure slide bearings

  PTFE-free tribological compound with high pv resistance at elevated temps and pressures; lightweight, noise-damping, energy- and cost-efficient; injection-moldable/extrudable; test data available