Recent developments
AI-driven operations
The WEF named Siemens' Nanjing factory a Lighthouse for digital twins and AI, with 78% shorter lead times and 28% lower emissions. AI-powered autonomous operations at its Ruwais facility were completed by Borouge with Honeywell, indicating up to 20% efficiency gains and lower downtime and costs. Equinor saved USD 130 million with AI, and ADNOC’s SARB Deep Gas Development will use AI and remote operations. INEOS installed a BICHLOR electrolyser at Chemfab Alkalis to cut energy use and improve reliability.
Digitalized biomanufacturing
Genentech expanded investment in its Holly Springs manufacturing facility to $2 billion, aiming to produce next-generation metabolic treatments using advanced biomanufacturing, automation, and digital tools. WuXi Biologics introduced the PatroLab digital twin platform with real-time PAT and predictive models for QbD and real-time release. NVIDIA and Eli Lilly launched an AI co-innovation lab linking wet and dry labs via BioNeMo and digital twins. Organizationally, Ercros' new Information Systems Director reflects emphasis on secure, modern data and systems.
AI-enabled R&D
Aspect Biosystems and Novo Nordisk advanced a collaboration on cellular diabetes therapies, integrating select Novo Nordisk R&D and manufacturing capabilities into Aspect’s platform alongside equity and research funding. Genmab and Anthropic will deploy custom Claude-based tools with guardrails to streamline data processing and documentation in clinical development. UBE and Tohoku University launched a co-creation institute for materials in life sciences, environment and energy, and electronics, with a focus on talent development.
Strategy and positioning
Brand and strategy signals emphasize AI-centric positioning. ADNOC's brand value rose 11% to $21.13 billion, with AI innovation, diversified growth, and decarbonization cited by Brand Finance. At subsidiary level, Borouge’s AIDT program targets $575 million in value from AI and digital projects. Together with remote operations, factory recognitions, and bioprocess twins, these moves indicate continued digital transformation across upstream, midstream, and processing.