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26 May 2026
Evonik partners with University of Guanajuato on sustainable, lower-toxicity mining chemicals
Academic-industry collaboration to develop biosurfactant-based, lower-toxicity chemicals for mining, accelerating market rollout while reducing environmental impact.
21 May 2026
Asahi Kasei develops PSPI film for panel-level semiconductor packaging
New photosensitive polyimide film combines liquid PSPI and dry-film photoresist for uniform lamination on large panels, enabling finer circuits, extra insulating layers and higher yields.
11 May 2026
Aurubis reports stronger Q2 and raises full-year forecast
Q2 operating EBT €121m (+15% q/q); H1 EBT €226m; H1 EBITDA €351m (+3%). Net cash flow €161m, down on higher inventories. ROCE 8.1% as €1.7bn projects near completion; new recycling plants ramping up.
29 April 2026
Evonik opens PEEK magnet‑wire lab in China
China lab develops PEEK rectangular magnet-wire for NEV motors: extrusion/coating, dimensional checks and reliability tests (BDV, PDIV, corona, oil-aging) to accelerate product development.
29 April 2026
ROSI raises €20m+ to scale PV recycling in Europe
€20M+ plus EU grants to fund industrial expansion: 10,000 t/yr solar-panel recycling plant in Spain, scalable automated line, new production director appointed, recycling partnership renewed
21 April 2026
Statkraft completes Montes de Cierzo repowering with 98% waste recovery
44 ageing turbines replaced by 10 new units; capacity rises from 60 to 90 MW and output to 300 GWh/yr. 14.26 MW (28.51 MWh) batteries added. €5M local co-investment; full repower by 2027.
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21 April 2026
Aurubis signs multi-year low‑carbon copper supply deal with NKT
Multi-year agreement supplies low‑carbon Wire ROD for high‑voltage cables across Europe, ensuring reliable quality, resilient supply chains and supporting energy-transition projects.
29 March 2026
LOTTE Chemical to merge with HD Hyundai Chemical after Daesan spin-off, pivots to specialty materials
Targets >60% specialty by 2030; building a 500k t/yr compounding plant; creating hydrogen value chain—four fuel-cell plants (80MW) and 450‑bar H2 hub; expanding high-end copper foil and TMAH output.
7 March 2026
Aurubis Hamburg Site Fatal Accident
A deflagration during routine operations led to a fatality and minor injury. The fire was controlled, and authorities are investigating. No environmental threat occurred.
4 March 2026
Boliden Kevitsa Initiates Change Talks Due to Finnish Mining Tax Increase
Finnish mining tax hike affects 285 jobs and halts a EUR 1 billion investment decision. Change talks to conclude in six weeks, impacting all 500 employees.
24 February 2026
Aurubis Lünen Launches High-Purity Oxygen Plant in North Rhine-Westphalia
The new air separation unit boosts production efficiency, supply security, and reduces CO2 emissions by 8,500 t annually, enhancing the site's role in the circular economy.
5 February 2026
Aurubis Meets Expectations, Raises 2025/26 Forecast
Q1 EBT at €105M, driven by higher metal results. Full-year forecast raised due to improved market outlook. ROCE stable despite high capital spending.
3 February 2026
Boliden's 2025 Mineral Resources and Reserves Update
Mineral Resources grew due to exploration and economic factors. Reserves varied by site, with notable changes in Aitik, Boliden Area, Garpenberg, Kevitsa, Tara, Somincor, and Zinkgruvan.
3 February 2026
Boliden Q4 2025 Report: Strong Metal Prices Boost Performance
Stable production, record mine profits, and strong metal prices marked Q4. Operating profit reached SEK 4,061m, with a proposed dividend of SEK 11.00 per share.
16 January 2026
Boliden Seeks EU Strategic Project Status for Nautanen
Boliden aims to develop Nautanen copper deposit as a sustainable mine, enhancing EU's green transition. Production may start in the early 2030s, pending permits and feasibility studies.
28 December 2025
LOTTE Chemical Restructures for High-Value Specialty Focus
Shifting from commodity petrochemicals, the company invests in specialty materials, hydrogen, and semiconductor solutions, while enhancing financial stability through strategic divestments.
18 December 2025
Viscaria and Aurubis Sign Copper Offtake Deal
The agreement secures sustainable copper for Europe, supporting electrification and manufacturing, and covers 50% of Viscaria's output from 2028-2035, with an option to extend.
18 December 2025
Toray Unveils Cost-Effective Photo Definable Polyimide for Semiconductors
New polyimide sheet enables efficient microfabrication, reduces costs, and minimizes thermal stress in semiconductor manufacturing.
9 December 2025
Fluor Secures Contract for Teck's Highland Valley Copper Mine Extension
The project extends the mine's life to 2046, involving upgrades to systems and facilities, creating 2,900 local jobs during construction.
4 December 2025
Aurubis Boosts Dividend Amid Strong Cash Flow
Operating EBT reached €355M, EBITDA slightly down. Dividend proposed at €1.60/share. 2025/26 forecast: EBT €300-400M, free cash flow break-even before dividend.
18 November 2025
Aurubis and Viscaria Sign Long-Term Copper Offtake Agreement
The agreement secures 50% of copper output, enhancing European supply chain resilience and sustainability with low CO2 emissions and strong ESG focus.
23 October 2025
EIB Invests €40M in Meva Energy for Biogas Innovation
EIB funds will help scale modular biogas plants, supporting EU climate goals by converting biomass into renewable energy and promoting industrial decarbonization.
9 October 2025
Chemetall Introduces Chromium- and Fluoride-Free Gardolene D for Copper Foils
Gardolene D enhances battery performance, offers superior corrosion protection, and meets EU sustainability standards for copper foils in electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
24 September 2025
Aurubis Opens First US Multimetal Recycling Plant
The new Georgia plant produces strategic metals, boosting US supply chain independence and creating 240 jobs, with plans to process 180,000 tons of recycling material annually.
18 September 2025
Aurubis Enhances Avellino Furnace to Increase Copper Rod Output
The €5M upgrade boosts production capacity by 20%, enhances energy efficiency, and reduces CO₂ emissions, supporting sustainable copper wire rod production.
11 September 2025
Aurubis Secures €200M EIB Loan for Recycling and Copper Expansion
EIB funds will boost copper refining in Bulgaria and recycling in Hamburg, supporting EU's critical raw materials strategy and enhancing Europe's supply chain resilience.
2 September 2025
Boliden Granted Mining Concession for Laver Deposit
The Swedish Mining Authority approved a concession for copper, gold, silver, and molybdenum extraction at Laver. Further exploration and permits are needed before investment.
28 August 2025
Aurubis Launches Steam Accumulator at Lünen Recycling Site
The new system cuts 2 million m³ natural gas and 5,000 tons CO₂ annually, saving over €1 million in EBITDA. Funded by BMWE, it aligns with climate goals and boosts energy efficiency.
26 August 2025
Aurubis AG Secures Copper Concentrate Offtake from Troilus Gold
The agreement ensures long-term access to copper concentrate, enhancing portfolio resilience. Deliveries start post-Troilus Mine construction, backed by German government financing.
5 August 2025
Aurubis AG Raises Annual Forecast After Strong Nine-Month Results
Higher metal and sulfuric acid revenues boost earnings. Strategic projects advance, with Richmond site commissioning in progress. Forecast for 2024/25 operating EBT narrowed to €330-370 million.
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