Chemical
Chemical | 20 March 2026

Sika backs groundbreaking ETH Zurich ‘Living Lab HIL’ to accelerate sustainable construction

With significant financial backing, Sika will support the project’s critical early phases—“Exploration” in 2026, “Synthesis” in 2027

Chemical
Chemical | 20 March 2026

LANXESS profits slide as weak demand, global pressures batter chemical sector

Looking ahead, LANXESS forecasts EBITDA pre-exceptionals of between EUR 450 million and EUR 550 million for 2026

Chemical
Chemical | 20 March 2026

Wevo bets big on Asia-Pacific with strategic Singapore manufacturing hub

The move marks a significant shift in Wevo’s regional strategy, transforming the company into a local manufacturer for Asia-Pacific rather than a distant supplier

Chemical
Chemical | 20 March 2026

Briefs: Tata Chemicals, DCM Shriram Chemicals and Aksharchem India

Tata Chemicals completes acquisition of Novabay Pte.

Chemical
Chemical | 20 March 2026

OMV and ADNOC advance formation of Borouge Group International

New agreement allows Borouge Plc to market volumes from Borouge 4, delivering USD 400 million cumulative net profit and approximately 10% annual earnings accretion after full ramp up

Chemical
Chemical | 19 March 2026

BASF launches world’s first industrial-scale 3D-printed catalyst plant in Ludwigshafen

New plant produces X3D catalysts on an industrial scale

Chemical
Chemical | 19 March 2026

Croda opens new manufacturing facility in Dahej, India

The facility supports Croda’s commitment to inclusion, with 100% women-led packaging operations and an ambition to achieve 30% female representation at the site

Chemical
Chemical | 18 March 2026

India's chemical industry poised for $255 billion boom by 2030: McKinsey

Despite global headwinds, India's chemical industry set to outpace GDP growth driven by ‘high-growth arenas’

Chemical
Chemical | 17 March 2026

BASF to showcase next-gen plastic additives at Chinaplas 2026

The additive works in synergy with BASF light stabilizers to dramatically increase the resistance of PVC, PVC alloys, and polyolefin-based plastics to UV radiation and heat

Chemical
Chemical | 16 March 2026

German chemical industry in the red as war risks and weak economy deepen pressure: VCI

The war in Iran is creating fresh risks for global supply chains

Chemical
Chemical | 16 March 2026

BASF sells Softex business to GOVI CAST in strategic portfolio move

The Softex portfolio includes calcium and ammonium stearate dispersions used primarily as anti-tack and mould-release agents in glove manufacturing

Chemical
Chemical | 16 March 2026

Arkema boosts China Kynar PVDF capacity by 20% to meet surging battery demand

This significant investment reflects the Group’s strategy to increase its Kynar PVDF footprint

Chemical
Chemical | 15 March 2026

LANXESS raises prices for Trimethylolpropane

This decision reflects the ongoing, cumulative cost increases

Chemical
Chemical | 15 March 2026

Orion increase prices, introduce variable surcharge for specialty carbon black

This action is required because of rising costs, supply chain disruptions and feedstock cost volatility related primarily to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East

Chemical
Chemical | 14 March 2026

Emirates Biotech joins EU-funded CIRCLE Project to turn food waste into high-value biopolymers

The four-year project, funded with €27 million, unites 17 partners across the full value chain to build the first industrial biorefinery capable of converting organic food waste into high-value bio-based chemicals, including polylactic acid

Chemical
Chemical | 14 March 2026

Balaji Amines halts plants due to ammonia shortage from Middle East war

Key ammonia suppliers invoked force majeure due to liquefied natural gas (LNG) shortages

Chemical
Chemical | 14 March 2026

DCM Shriram secures $90 million from IFC via sustainability-linked NCDs

The investment is expected to fund expansion in DCM Shriram’s downstream chemicals operations while supporting capital expenditure for its agri businesses

Chemical
Chemical | 13 March 2026

dsm-firmenich bets on consumer-focused strategy as it targets growth in 2026–27

The company told institutional analysts and investors it is entering a new phase following the divestment of its Animal Nutrition & Health unit

Chemical
Chemical | 12 March 2026

ICC Outlook Conference 2026: Navigating geopolitics and boosting competitiveness to shape the future of chemical industry

The first day discussions centered on navigating global supply chain shifts, enhancing competitiveness, and driving sustainability within the Indian chemical industry

Chemical
Chemical | 12 March 2026

ADAMA launches Ateka insecticide to tackle tough sucking pests

The product’s high-load formulation delivers a higher concentration of active ingredient per droplet

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