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  14 January 2026

  dsm-firmenich Names Nikeisha van Sleeuwen as CHRO

  Nikeisha van Sleeuwen becomes CHRO on April 1, 2026, succeeding Mieke Van de Capelle, who retires after a decade of service.
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  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.
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  13 January 2026

  ORLEN Gains New Licenses on Norwegian Shelf

  ORLEN secures stakes in six licenses, including Victoria, aiming to leverage advanced tech for gas production, collaborating with Aker BP, Equinor, and Harbour Energy.
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  13 January 2026

  Ercros Appoints Imma Comella as Communication Director

  Imma Comella, with a background in journalism and corporate communication, replaces Teresa Conesa after 30 years, having joined Ercros in 2019.
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  13 January 2026

  Ercros Appoints Ferrán Castellón as Information Systems Director

  Ferrán Castellón, with a background in Telecommunications Engineering, replaces Eduardo Gual after 50 years, bringing extensive experience in data systems and information security.
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  13 January 2026

  Equinor Secures 35 New Licenses on Norwegian Shelf

  Equinor gains access to North, Norwegian, and Barents Sea areas, planning 20-30 annual wells to support exploration and production, aiming for 6-8 new subsea developments yearly until 2035.

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  13 January 2026

  Johnson & Johnson Presents New Depression Data at 2026 ACNP Meeting

  11 abstracts on neuropsychiatry, including MDD and TRD, will be presented, highlighting clinical and preclinical research, AI tools, and novel therapeutic mechanisms.
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  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.
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  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.
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  13 January 2026

  Boehringer Ingelheim Advances IL-11 Inhibitor to Phase II for IPF

  BI 765423, targeting IL-11, enters Phase IIa trials for IPF, aiming to improve lung function. Pre-clinical studies show promise in halting fibrosis and restoring lung functionality.
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  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.
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  13 January 2026

  Air Liquide Completes DIG Airgas Acquisition, Strengthens Position in South Korea

  The acquisition doubles workforce, boosts sales, and enhances growth in South Korea's industrial gas market, with synergies and increased EBITDA expected by 2030.
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  13 January 2026

  Argylium Appoints Leadership, Outlines Battery Development Plan

  Chiovato and Buissette lead efforts to scale sulfide solid electrolytes for all-solid-state batteries, targeting 500 Wh/kg by 2028-2030, with plans for funding and industrial scale-up.
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  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

  WuXi Biologics Gains UK MHRA GMP Certification for Ophthalmic Biologic Manufacturing

  Two WuXi facilities in Wuxi passed UK MHRA inspection with no critical findings, confirming their global GMP compliance and robust quality systems.
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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.
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  12 January 2026

  Symrise AG Launches First Share Buyback Program

  Symrise initiates a EUR 400M share buyback to enhance shareholder value, leveraging strong cash flow and financial flexibility, while maintaining strategic investment priorities.
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  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.
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  12 January 2026

  NVIDIA and Lilly Launch AI Lab for Drug Discovery

  The lab will invest $1B in AI to enhance drug discovery, integrating robotics and AI for continuous learning and improved medicine production.
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  12 January 2026

  Boehringer Ingelheim and Jazz Pharmaceuticals Collaborate on HER2-Targeted Breast Cancer Therapy

  Phase 1b study to test zongertinib and zanidatamab combo in HER2-positive breast cancer, aiming to improve outcomes with dual HER2-targeted therapy.
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  12 January 2026

  ICIG Acquires Venator's Duisburg Operations

  ICIG secures Duisburg site, retaining all 350 employees. Production continues smoothly, focusing on site development and historical brand expansion.
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  12 January 2026

  BASF's Polyamide Innovations for eMobility Requirements

  BASF uses Arrhenius analyses to predict polyamide lifespan, meeting eMobility's demand for durable, hydrolysis-resistant plastics in vehicles, exceeding 100,000 hours.
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  12 January 2026

  WuXi Biologics Unveils PatroLabTM Digital Twin Platform for Bioprocessing

  PatroLabTM enhances bioprocessing with real-time monitoring, predictive modeling, and automated control, improving efficiency, quality, and decision-making in biologics manufacturing.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  10 January 2026

  Johnson & Johnson's RYBREVANT® Shows Durable Responses in Challenging Colorectal Cancer

  Amivantamab with chemotherapy shows promising results in metastatic colorectal cancer, maintaining responses beyond two years and addressing resistance to current therapies.
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  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.
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  9 January 2026

  Polytechnyl Begins Judicial Reorganization

  Following failed financing talks, judicial reorganization aims to ensure operational continuity and minimize disruptions, with court-appointed administrators assessing financial options.
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  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.