Gallery - Chemical Industry Outlook 2023

Latest News

Henkel launches next-gene Loctite adhesive for demanding automotive applications

Loctite MS 9650 cures through moisture reaction to form a soft, elastic yet high-strength bond

Rockwell Automation bets big on sustainability to power manufacturing

The report frames sustainability as a core business strategy built around three pillars

ABB to buy Finnish grid automation specialist Netcontrol to strengthen smart power networks

Acquiring Netcontrol is a strong fit supporting our grid automation portfolio expansion and a useful step forward to help our customers outrun

Avient launches Non-PFAS Hiformer Process Aid with antioxidants in Latin America

The launch responds to growing demand for non-PFAS solutions amid evolving government regulations on certain PFAS substances

Master Bond unveils heat-cured epoxy built for extreme fonditions

Supreme 10HTLV also packs high mechanical performance, with tensile shear strengths over 3,600 psi and T-peel strengths up to 30 pli

BRB International unveils New BRB Sipostab Silicone Stabiliser range for polyurethane foam

The BRB Sipostab portfolio offers a comprehensive line of silicone surfactants for a wide array of PU foam applications

Dr. Neeraj Mittal assumes charge of Secretary of Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas

He has held various administrative positions in the fields of land and revenue management, mines and minerals, IT/Communications, e-governance

Fertilizer Subsidy: India goes fully digital in a landmark reform

Approximately Rs. 2 lakh crore of fertilizers subsidy to be processed through digital platform

Time Technoplast bags contract from HPCL

In FY25, the Industrial Packaging Business accounted for ~75% of the company's consolidated revenue

V-Green and Roadgrid India collaborate to expand EV charging infrastructure in India

RoadGrid will deploy fast charging stations at high-visibility and high-demand locations across India

Indovinya launches new multifunctional emollient in Brazil

Oxismooth DS delivers measurable gains across sunscreen, makeup, hair care, and skin care formulations

Fusion Fuel launches €30 million Hydrogen Investment Platform with BrightHy Solutions

The first approved project is a green hydrogen production facility supplying an industrial cement operator in Spain, with construction expected to begin in Q1 2026

Exclusive Interviews

Planning to expand S&T Clusters initiative from the current eight to 25 clusters within three years: Dr. Vishal Choudhary, Scientist-F, Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Govt. of India

Evolving from a manufacturer to strategic supply chain partner for multinational originators: Vishal Thakkar, Deputy CFO, Anupam Rasayan India

Exploring advanced materials and performance additives for a cleaner planet: Aamer Ahmed Farid, Managing Director, Ducol Organics & Colours

India must expand its exports in organic chemicals, speciality chemicals, technical textiles: Manish Kumar, Vice-Chairman, Moscow Chamber of Commerce, Indian Commission; and President, Soltex Group

India must expand its chemical exports to Russia: Manish Kumar, Vice-Chairman, Moscow Chamber of Commerce, Indian Commission; and President, Soltex Group

Efficiency and productivity solutions driving automation in chemical industry: Anil Bhatia, Vice President and Managing Director, Emerson India

Future of manufacturing lies in mobility-based manufacturing: Sandeep Rathi, Founder & CEO, Sierra Instrumentation & Controls

Investing Rs. 800 crore on India expansion to cater to growing market demand: Shital Khot, CMD, SNF Flopam India

We need to translate 'Ease of Doing Business' from policy to practice: Jayanti Patel and Natwarlal Patel, Founders, Meghmani Organics

Our breakthrough technology converts CO2 into Dimethyl Ether, transforming greenhouse gases into clean energy and chemical feedstocks: Samir Somaiya, CMD, Godavari Biorefineries and Prof. G. D. Yadav, Former Vice Chancellor, ICT

Acceptance of control systems are increasing: Sanjay Kulkarni, Director, Servilink Systems

We are planning to manufacture ultra-high quality ammonia: Nitin Chabria, MD, Mysore Ammonia

Planning to expand our operations beyond India: Rajive Shah, MD, Sauradip Chemical Industries

Our vision is to position Astec LifeSciences amongst top CDMO companies: Burjis Godrej, Executive Director, Godrej Agrovet & Managing Director, Astec LifeSciences

Home and Personal Care industry growing fast with diverse, targeted products: Yogesh Kalra, Vice President - Global Business, Galaxy Surfactants

Indian chemical companies spend 7% of their profitability on R&D compared to 45% of the global companies: Janak Nabar, CEO, Centre for Technology, Innovation and Economic Research

We offer on-demand formulation training and technical support: Bandesh Rao, Head Strategy & BU Director, Personal Care/Home Care, IMCD India

We are world leader in Essential Oils: Bhuvana Nageshwaran, Director- F & F, Ultra International

Our advanced driver monitoring system uses AI-powered cameras and edge computing to improve fleet safety: Paresh Rakesh, Regional Business Head, Netradyne

We promote KPIs for chemical plants focused on energy conservation and process optimization: Devang Shah, Regional Manager, Forbes Marshall