News and industry insights on Chemicals for water purification and treatment, such as coagulants, disinfectants, and filtration aids.
Kemira lowered its 2026 operative EBITDA outlook as raw‑material and logistics costs rose and demand stayed weak. It acquired Clear Water Technologies to build industrial water services in North America. The Kemira–IFF JV moved Alpha Bio manufacturing to Hanko and shifted start‑up to 2029, with Kemira’s market exclusivity unchanged. Governance updates included Kemira’s Nomination Board members.
Evonik introduced low‑carbon peracetic acid for Europe via certified mass balance, targeting disinfectant footprints. MemCor MBR from DuPont will expand Sydney’s Riverstone WRRF capacity with locally delivered modules. AI‑generated PFAS‑removal materials from Kemira and CuspAI advance alternatives to granular activated carbon under tightening limits.
Nobian commissioned a fully electrified MVR salt plant in Mariager, lifting European high‑purity salt capacity and lowering emissions. In Italy, Eni and Hera opened the Ravenna Environmental Hub integrating special‑waste pretreatment, a biorecovery plant, and a PV‑paired vanadium flow battery, with operations slated for July 2026.
Petrobras will fund residual oils and fats collection projects near refineries to supply renewable‑content fuels, formalize cooperatives, and prevent water contamination from improper disposal.
MAIRE was recognized as an Industry Mover in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, citing emissions cuts and water‑management solutions across treatment and desalination. KazMunayGaz published its 2025 Sustainability Report aligned with GRI, SASB, and IFRS S2, covering air and water protection and independently verified.
Top 5 companies involved as owner and/or investor in current and planned Water Treatment projects:
Kemira .
