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BASF Chief Markus Kamieth assumes Presidency of ICCA

The International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) marks the start of Markus Kamieth’s term as ICCA President, effective 1 January 2026

Chacko M. Jose takes charge as Head of BPCL Kochi refinery

With over 35 years of experience across three petroleum refineries in India, Chacko has handled diverse portfolios including operations, technical services, projects, energy, and environment management

Solvay optimizes soda ash capacity to strengthen competitiveness

Soda ash production capacity at Torrelavega site adjusted to market conditions

Odisha’s critical mineral sector projected to hit $20 billion by 2032

Backed by recent discoveries, including lithium in Nayagarh and graphite, vanadium and cobalt, the state is accelerating its drive to build robust supply chains and maximise value addition

ABB drives boost reliability and efficiency for Indian chemical manufacturing plant

ABB's value-added offering of drives is designed to operate in the toughest conditions

LyondellBasell resets 2030 climate targets, doubles down on capital discipline & circular growth

LyondellBasell is targeting 32% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030

Sasol holds steady amid challenging market conditions

Sasol posted Adjusted EBITDA of R21,0 billion, down 12% from the prior period, reflecting a 17% decline in the average Rand per barrel Brent crude oil price and lower US dollar chemicals prices

Solvay slips to Q4 loss amid weak sales performance

Strong free cash flow delivery in 2025 in a challenging environment

PCG posts RM2.1 billion loss for FY2025 amid market headwinds

The Group recorded a Loss After Tax (LAT) of RM2.1 billion, citing asset impairments at Perstorp, lower finance income, and unrealised foreign exchange losses from its shareholder loan to Pengerang Petrochemical Company Sdn. Bhd.

Balrampur Chini Mills bags first institutional PLA order from Lucknow Cantonment Board

The move complements LCB’s sustainability initiatives, including partnerships with IIT Kanpur to create waste- and carbon-neutral systems

Organic Recycling Systems bags EPC contract for integrated CBG plant in Madhya Pradesh

The project is designed to produce 10 tonnes per day (TPD) of CBG utilizing agricultural feedstock

UPL bags 2026 Sustainability Transformation Award for Global Leadership in sustainable agriculture

The honour celebrates organizations demonstrating measurable ESG performance and embedding sustainability at the core of business growth

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