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13 May 2026

Avantium sells Ray Technology IP to UPM

Sale transfers Ray Technology patents for bio-based MEG/MPG (up to end‑2023). Seller refocuses on FDCA/PEF; €2.7M proceeds used to repay debt (€2.0M) and dismantle pilot (€0.7M).
13 May 2026

Trinseo launches VOLTABOND 211 SBR binder for fast-charging batteries

A new water‑based SBR anode binder for graphite/silicon minimizes binder migration, lowers surface resistivity ~5% and whole‑cell DCIR up to 18%, while retaining adhesion and heat resistance.
13 May 2026

Perpetual Next selects Clarksons to broker maritime biomethanol

Chosen broker will market scalable, waste-to-biomethanol via international offtake, finance and logistics for maritime bunkering as demand rises with decarbonization rules.
13 May 2026

TotalEnergies, EGAS sign Egypt offshore exploration MoU

Agreement to assess a large area in Egypt's north-west offshore, setting technical cooperation for preliminary exploration and subsurface evaluation of deep offshore potential.
13 May 2026

Novo Nordisk: Wegovy pill yields 21.6% weight loss in early responders and doubles mobility improvement

Nearly 29% were early responders (≥10% by 16w), averaging 13.2% loss at 16w; non-responders still lost 11.5% by wk64. Overall mean 17% vs 2.7% placebo. Outperformed orforglipron; GI AEs mostly mild.
13 May 2026

bp takes 40% stake in North Ustyurt PSA, Uzbekistan

40% stake acquired in North Ustyurt PSA; remaining interests split 30%/30% with operator holding 30%. PSA covers six blocks; seismic exploration started after signing in Tashkent.
13 May 2026

bp joins Ustyurt PSA with 40% stake

At OGU 2026, accession documents signed for the Ustyurt PSA covering Boyterak, Terengquduq, Birqori, Kharoy, Qoraqalpoq and Qulboy. Project at early stage; operator conducting seismic surveys.
12 May 2026

Ketjen and Imubit introduce real-time catalyst intelligence for FCC and hydroprocessing

Delivers live process and catalyst data, near‑real‑time analytics and advisory guidance to help refiners stabilise and optimise unit performance.
12 May 2026

SPIE partners with SkyNRG on DSL-01 SAF plant in Delfzijl

100,000 t/yr SAF plus 35,000 t/yr sustainable by‑products; CO₂ savings up to 80%; construction started and operation expected mid‑2028.
12 May 2026

Messer Belgium builds sustainable air separation plant at North Sea Port

€60M investment creates 30 jobs to produce oxygen, nitrogen and argon; construction starts mid‑May, commissioning by 2028, CO2‑free operation using green electricity; serves Lille‑Rotterdam axis
12 May 2026

Lilly: Foundayo and reduced-dose Zepbound maintain weight loss after switching from high-dose injectables

Two late-phase trials: switching from high-dose injectable incretins to an oral GLP-1 or reducing injectable dose preserved most prior weight loss at 1 year; safety matched prior Phase 3
12 May 2026

TotalEnergies signs MoU with Syrian Petroleum Company for Block 3 offshore exploration

MoU creates a framework for technical review and commercial discussions to assess exploration of offshore Block 3 in Syria's Mediterranean.
12 May 2026

Boehringer Ingelheim licenses Immunitas preclinical antibody program for chronic inflammatory diseases

Global license of a preclinical antibody that targets pathogenic cells at inflammation sites to provide durable control in chronic immune diseases; includes milestones to €407.5M +royalties
12 May 2026

Novo Nordisk: Wegovy cuts weight and reduces cardiovascular and migraine risk across menopausal stages

Trials and real‑world data: semaglutide gave 19.7–22.6% weight loss, 15–17.5% waist reduction, ~42% MACE risk reduction in perimenopause, 42–45% lower migraine and 25% lower depression risk
12 May 2026

ABO Energy achieves restructuring milestones and defines strategic priorities

Restructuring draft finds firm viable; sets strategic action areas. Targets sustainable financing by end-July. Won 7.8 MW solar tariff, bid >150 MW wind, sold 16.8 MW farm and 4.5 MW turbine.
12 May 2026

Eni and MSC Cruises test Enilive HVO diesel on cruise ship

Pure HVO ran ~2,000 hours on a ship engine with no modifications; matched fuel performance, cut NOx ~16% and particulates, and cut lifecycle GHG ~80%. Validated by maker and independent certifier.
12 May 2026

Coolbrook appoints Dr Frank Eulitz CTO to lead industrial scale-up

Veteran turbomachinery expert brings 30+ years' R&D and OEM experience to lead scale-up and manufacturing of RotoDynamic electrification tech for high-temperature, fossil-free industrial heat
12 May 2026

Iberdrola grows Italy renewable capacity to 450 MW with 40 MW Basilicata wind acquisition

Commissioned in 2018, the plant has long‑term incentives ensuring stable cash flows. Near Lucania Complex, it complements Montelungo (20 MW), Etruria and Fenix (243 MW).
12 May 2026

Novo Nordisk: Wegovy 7.2 mg yields ~28% weight loss in early responders

STEP UP trial: early responders (≥15% at 24w) sustained major weight loss at 72w; higher dose reached goals faster than 2.4 mg; 84% of lost weight was fat and muscle function preserved.
12 May 2026

Uniper posts Q1 2026 results, reaffirms 2026 earnings guidance

Q1 adjusted EBITDA €407m, adjusted net income €231m; operating cash flow €1,588m; net cash €4,394m. Segments: Green €250m, Flexible €156m, Greener Commodities €66m. Stable amid market volatility.
12 May 2026

DOMO Engineered Materials joins RadiciGroup to create global tier‑1 compounder

Acquisition closed; combined global tier‑1 compounding platform serving diverse end markets. TECHNYL brand and teams remain; CEO appointed; focus on innovation and sustainability.
12 May 2026

EWE awards Bilfinger contract for Emden hydrogen plant

Final major contract fixes cost and planning for a 320 MW electrolyser, enabling long-term green-hydrogen supply deals. First production slated late 2027; stable regulation needed.
12 May 2026

Asahi Kasei to Realign Material Supply by FY2030

Streamline Mizushima Works by FY2030; no immediate supply impact. Exiting low-margin derivative businesses (¥116.2bn 2025) to boost margins, free capital for pharma, healthcare, homes, electronics.
12 May 2026

PETRONAS LNG signs 20-year charter with MISC for five LNG carriers

174,000-cbm newbuild LNG vessels to be built in Shanghai, delivery 2029–2030; will use XDF2.1 propulsion, shaft generators and onboard reliquefaction; project and ship management arranged.
12 May 2026

Asahi Kasei, Mitsui Chemicals and Mitsubishi Chemical agree 45/45/10 equity split for western Japan ethylene JV

Plan to integrate western Japan ethylene assets: close Mizushima plant by 2030 and consolidate operations at a single site to decarbonize, optimize capacity and strengthen competitiveness.
11 May 2026

Sunfire to install SOEC test facility at BASF’s Industriepark Lausitz, Schwarzheide

Test plant will validate high‑temperature SOEC electrolysis under industrial conditions to advance low‑cost green hydrogen deployment for large industrial projects.
11 May 2026

Petrobras posts R$32.7 billion net profit in 1Q26

Net profit R$32.7bn; adjusted EBITDA R$59.6bn; investments R$26.8bn. Production and refining records supported cash generation and higher derivatives output.
11 May 2026

Sasol to restart Augusta ISOSIV paraffin unit

Restart responds to constrained n‑Paraffin supply for LAB; preparatory work starts soon and beneficial operation is expected in H2 2026, subject to approvals.
11 May 2026

Ecovyst adds $100M Term Loan B to fund INEOS Calabrian sulfur business acquisition

Plans a $100M Term Loan B add-on to finance acquisition of INEOS’s Calabrian sulfur dioxide and related sulfur derivatives business; close targeted end-Q2 2026 with ~2x net leverage.
11 May 2026

ASPİLSAN Enerji A35 3500 mAh 18650 silicon/graphite cell

New 18650 lithium‑ion cell delivers 3500 mAh using a silicon/graphite composite anode; shown at SAHA 2026 and positioned for defense, mobility and global markets, including the USA.

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