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3 September 2025
Moeve and GIC Advance Methanol-Based e-SAF Pathway
A new methanol-to-olefins pathway for e-SAF and low-carbon chemicals is being developed, aiming to decarbonize aviation and support sustainable chemical production in Europe.
3 September 2025
Shell Halts Rotterdam Biofuels Plant Construction
Shell stops Rotterdam biofuels project after evaluating market dynamics and costs, focusing on competitive, low-carbon investments like CCS, hydrogen, and SAF.
2 September 2025
ECI Group's Tech Chosen for Vioneo's Antwerp Facility
A new Antwerp plant will produce 110,000 tonnes of green LDPE annually using autoclave technology and green methanol, aiming to lead Europe's shift to sustainable plastics.
2 September 2025
Dow Announces Increased Macquarie Stake in Diamond Infrastructure Solutions
Dow gains $540M as Macquarie raises its stake in Diamond Infrastructure Solutions to 49%, enhancing their strategic partnership and expanding service offerings across multiple sectors.
2 September 2025
Sumitomo and Partners to Acquire Air Lease Corporation
The acquisition, valued at $7.4 billion, aims to expand Sumitomo's aircraft leasing business, with completion expected in FY2026, enhancing their global market position.
27 August 2025
Topsoe Faces Market Challenges in H1 2025 Results
Revenue and EBIT declined due to global uncertainties. Investments in energy transition continue, with a revised full-year outlook. SOEC facility nears readiness for green hydrogen production.
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27 August 2025
Evonik Opens Alkoxides Plant in Singapore
The new plant boosts alkoxides production, enhancing supply security in Asia, supporting sustainability, and aligning with regional growth in biodiesel and pharmaceuticals.
27 August 2025
Exolum Invests €70M in Sustainable Fuel Terminal at Düsseldorf Airport
The new terminal will boost fuel capacity, support sustainable aviation fuels, and shift transport from road to rail, enhancing supply security and reducing emissions.
21 August 2025
ORLEN Group Q2 2025: Strong Profit Growth
Q2 2025 saw doubled LIFO-based EBITDA, strategic investments in energy transition, and complete shift from Russian crude, enhancing regional energy security.
21 August 2025
thyssenkrupp Uhde finalizes Pre-FEED for HAMR Energy's renewable fuels project in Australia
The project in Victoria will use biomass and renewable electricity to produce green methanol, aiding Australia's hydrogen strategy and decarbonizing long-haul transport.
20 August 2025
Neste Earns EcoVadis Platinum for Sustainability
Ranked in the top 1% globally, the company improved in Labor, Ethics, and Procurement, maintaining a perfect Environment score.
19 August 2025
Vioneo Partners with Lummus for Fossil-Free Polypropylene Plant
A new plant in Antwerp will produce fossil-free polypropylene using green methanol, renewable electricity, and hydrogen, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting sustainable plastics.
14 August 2025
Greenergy Extends Amsterdam Biodiesel Plant Lease
The lease extension supports biofuel production growth in Amsterdam, aligning with Dutch policies to boost biofuel use and reduce CO₂ emissions.
14 August 2025
Greenergy Extends Amsterdam Biodiesel Plant Lease
The lease extension supports biofuel production growth in Amsterdam, aligning with Dutch policies to boost biofuel use and reduce CO₂ emissions.
14 August 2025
Aramco Secures $11B Jafurah Deal with Global Consortium
The deal involves leasing Jafurah gas assets, boosting gas production by 60% by 2030. Aramco retains 51% stake, with GIP and others holding 49%. The transaction supports asset optimization.
12 August 2025
Stanlow Terminals Invests in UK Energy Transition Infrastructure
Stanlow Terminals upgrades infrastructure for low-carbon fuels, enhancing efficiency and safety, and supports UK's net-zero goals with biofuels, hydrogen, and carbon capture initiatives.
5 August 2025
Asahi Kasei Demonstrates High-Yield, High-Purity Biomethane Production
A new biogas purification system using zeolites achieves 99.5% yield and 97% purity, targeting commercialization by 2027.
31 July 2025
OMV Reports EUR 5.79 bn Sales in Q2 2025
Q2 2025: Strong chemical results, low leverage, ongoing Borouge integration, and green hydrogen projects. Energy segment hit by lower oil prices; Fuels & Feedstock affected by shutdowns.
30 July 2025
Moeve and Exolum Launch New Pipeline at Port of Huelva
A new pipeline at the Port of Huelva enhances logistics, safety, and capacity, supporting energy transition and sustainable product distribution.
29 July 2025
EU Approves €36M Danish Aid for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
The scheme supports SAF use on Danish domestic flights, aiming for 40% SAF by 2027, with grants covering extra costs. It ensures cost-effectiveness and minimal competition impact.
29 July 2025
Clariant and Shanghai Electric Partner for China's Energy Transition
The alliance aims to boost green methanol, ammonia, and sustainable aviation fuel production in China, leveraging catalyst expertise and process competence.
28 July 2025
EIB and Snam Sign €264M Deal for Biomethane Integration in Italy
€140M tranche signed for 240 km pipelines to transport 12,000 GWh/year biomethane, supporting Italy's energy transition and EU's REPowerEU goals.
28 July 2025
Moeve 2025: €733M EBITDA, Green Initiatives
H1 2025: €324M net income, €652M cash flow, €502M capex with focus on energy transition. Secured €304M for green projects, sold 25% Suriname interest, advancing biofuels plant.
24 July 2025
EIB and Eni Agree on €500M Livorno Biorefinery Conversion
The Livorno refinery will be converted to produce biofuels, supporting EU decarbonization goals and Eni's energy transition strategy, with potential for future SAF production.
23 July 2025
Eni and Sonatrach Enhance Energy Cooperation
The agreement boosts gas production, extends supply contracts to Italy, and advances renewable energy initiatives, with $8 billion in investments by 2028.
23 July 2025
Czech Republic Approves Biomethane and Geothermal Energy Strategy
The Czech plan boosts biomethane and geothermal energy to enhance energy security, cut fossil fuel reliance, and support climate goals, with targets for production and infrastructure by 2030.
23 July 2025
TotalEnergies, CMA CGM Form LNG Bunkering JV for Maritime Decarbonization
The JV will operate an LNG bunker vessel in Rotterdam by 2028, supporting decarbonization with a long-term LNG supply agreement and expanding infrastructure in the ARA region.
22 July 2025
Essar Energy Transition secures UK funding for SAF hub at Stanlow
£2.5m UK funding backs SAF production at Stanlow, using methanol-to-jet tech. Supports aviation decarbonization, leveraging existing infrastructure for efficient methanol import and SAF blending.
21 July 2025
Sasol to Supply Next-Gen Catalyst to INERATEC
The new catalyst boosts e-kerosene yield by 15%, aiding large-scale SAF commercialization. Collaboration extends to the CARE-O-SENE project, enhancing sustainable aviation fuel development.
21 July 2025
Gasunie Commits €500M to Energy Infrastructure by Mid-2025
Revenue up 20% due to higher tariffs; costs rise 11% from investments and staffing. Focus on energy transition, resilience, and hydrogen projects. €12B investment planned by 2030.
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