Chemical
Chemical | 25 February 2026

Himadri Speciality Chemical commissions 70,000 MTPA line

Creates world’s largest single-site speciality carbon black facility

Chemical
Chemical | 25 February 2026

Chandra Asri’s mega chemical plant hits 50% completion

The facility to begin commercial operations in the first quarter of 2027

Chemical
Chemical | 25 February 2026

Clariant's renewable rice bran wax additives win EU approval for food-contact plastics

Renewable rice bran wax additives offer up to 70% lower carbon footprint compared to fossil-based montan wax while addressing critical supply chain challenges

Chemical
Chemical | 25 February 2026

Syensqo expands circular solutions with new 100% natural Rhodasurf B7 UP surfactant

The new ISCC PLUS-certified grade delivers over 90% lower net CO2 footprint than conventional surfactants, with no reformulation required

Chemical
Chemical | 24 February 2026

Solvay optimizes soda ash capacity to strengthen competitiveness

Soda ash production capacity at Torrelavega site adjusted to market conditions

Chemical
Chemical | 23 February 2026

Mitsubishi Gas Chemical halts Netherlands MXDA plant construction amid rising costs, market pressures

The company plans to proceed with shutdown procedures, including equipment removal, aiming to complete the process by the end of 2029

Chemical
Chemical | 23 February 2026

Cosmo Films unveils anti-fog transparent lidding film to boost food visibility & shelf life

The film combines performance with versatility

Chemical
Chemical | 23 February 2026

Stallion India secures land for Rs. 200 crore Rajasthan HFO plant

The move supports SIFL’s ambitious expansion strategy and aims to strengthen its position in next-generation, eco-friendly refrigerants with production slated for 2027

Chemical
Chemical | 22 February 2026

Blue Circle Olefins teams up with Chane to launch circular methanol-to-olefins plant in Rotterdam

The deal secures Blue Circle Olefins a prime co-sited location for its Methanol-to-Olefins (MTO) plant

Chemical
Chemical | 21 February 2026

UPL to create world’s second largest listed pure-play crop protection platform

The reorganisation will consolidate UPL’s India and international crop protection businesses

Chemical
Chemical | 20 February 2026

Konishi acquires Mitsubishi Chemical spin-off, strengthening acrylic emulsion business

Konishi said the move aligns with its Medium-Term Management Plan 2027, aimed at expanding its business footprint across bonds, chemicals, and construction

Chemical
Chemical | 18 February 2026

Givaudan invests CHF 55 million in new 'Campus 52' excellence centre in France

Exploring, developing, and producing high quality differentiating natural fragrance ingredients for its perfumers

Chemical
Chemical | 18 February 2026

hubergroup Chemicals launches ELARA, signalling strategic shift beyond printing inks

The new portfolio will make its official debut at PAINT INDIA 2026 in Mumbai

Chemical
Chemical | 17 February 2026

Intrinsic Foundries secures Rs. 12 crore seed round to scale carbon-to-value biomanufacturing

The company will use this capital to execute industrial pilots, expand research, file IP, and strengthen manufacturing

Chemical
Chemical | 16 February 2026

Dober acquires Lygos agronomy & water treatment businesses to expand specialty chemical portfolio

The two companies had previously collaborated on Soltellus polymer manufacturing

Chemical
Chemical | 16 February 2026

Acutaas secures controlling stake in Korea’s Indichem to boost semiconductor portfolio

This joint venture investment, approved by Indian and South Korean regulators, was finalized at a par value of KRW 500 per share plus premium

Chemical
Chemical | 16 February 2026

Sudarshan Chemical targets high-value growth with new Genpact-powered global capability center

The Center consolidates previously distributed enterprise functions into a single, integrated hub

Chemical
Chemical | 16 February 2026

BASF boosts Ludwigshafen BDO output to secure European supply

Increased BDO production ensures reliable and consistent supply to customers across Europe

Chemical
Chemical | 15 February 2026

Sika acquires Turkey-based adhesives producer Akkim

The acquisition gives Sika immediate access to Akkim’s two large-scale production facilities in Turkey and Romania

Chemical
Chemical | 15 February 2026

Elkem strikes transformational deal to exit Silicones, regain independence from Bluestar

The deal transfers the bulk of Elkem’s global Silicones assets, operations and employees to Bluestar

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