Food

Operating EBITDA rose 14.5% on a constant-currency basis, while the gross margin narrowed as sourcing costs increased.

Two reformers (combined >200,000 Nm³/h H2) for a new ammonia/urea plant in Gode, Ethiopia; plant will produce 3 Mt/y urea; equipment to be supplied FOB within 18 months.

Volume-driven growth led by Asia Pacific; both segments posted ~5% organic growth; 4.3 million shares repurchased as buyback ends Oct 30; guidance for 2–4% organic growth retained.

Exclusive global distribution for a dual‑coated berberine ingredient that improves absorption and lowers required dose; US launch planned at SupplySide Global.

New cooking line and spray-drying tower in Berric expand chicken ingredient capacity, increasing flexibility and supply resilience for customers across multiple regions.

New studies: Acerowell improved skin radiance at 600 mg/day; Rham271h postbiotic at 10B TFU supports immune and gut‑barrier markers; LP299V+LPGOS42 improved constipation and regularity.

Plant-based starch barrier coatings are being evaluated to boost grease resistance in recyclable paper food packaging; a prototype passed initial recyclability testing.

Two new LSR grades: a self-adhesive, high-tear, non-postcure overmolding grade and an oil-exuding, coolant‑resistant sealant for EV battery cooling circuits.

Several tonnes of synthetic Fischer‑Tropsch wax shipped to a U.S. developer for conversion into edible fats; produced from captured CO₂, green hydrogen and renewable electricity.

Interactive tool uses experimental separation data to predict chromatograms, suggest candidate resins, and speed early evaluation of sugar and sweetener separations.