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Hempel CEO Michael Hansen to join European ferry leader DFDS

Hansen will continue to lead Hempel until a successor is appointed

Synthomer gets dual grants to boost polymer innovation and sustainability in Ohio

The Polymer Industry Cluster plans to invest $8 million (£6 million) across key projects in the Ohio region over the next four years

Rayonier Advanced Materials names Scott Sutton as CEO & President

Sutton succeeds DeLyle W. Bloomquist, who announced his planned retirement last year

Tagros to acquire Bayer's global flubendiamide business

This strategic acquisition provides Tagros with access to markets across more than 25 countries

Coromandel International signs MoU with IIT Madras to set up Corporate Research Centre

This partnership positions Coromandel to leverage the world-class research infrastructure and expertise of the IIT Madras ecosystem in India and globally

Home Minister Shah lays foundation stone of Rs. 362 crore BSL-4 bio-containment facility in Gujarat

This facility will provide scientists with a platform to conduct research on highly infectious and deadly viruses in a safe environment

SECI achieves Excellent rating in MNRE MoU performance for FY 2024–25

Secured an impressive score of 97.36 out of 100, underscoring its operational efficiency, governance standards, and contribution to advancing India’s renewable energy goals

Air Liquide completes acquisition of DIG Airgas

This strategic move solidifies Air Liquide as a top player in the dynamic South Korean market for high-tech, healthcare, and clean energy sectors

BASF to take full control of AgBiTech in strategic push Into biological insect control

AgBiTech is a pioneer in nucleopolyhedrovirus (NPV) technology, developing insect control solutions based on naturally occurring viruses

Durr builds “Paint Shop of the Future” for Saudi EV pioneer CEER

The process cuts heating time by up to 30%, sharply reducing energy consumption

Arkema triples polyamide production capacity with Singapore plant launch

The approximately US$20 million investment, announced in July 2025, is part of Arkema’s broader push to accelerate growth in Specialty Materials under its strategic roadmap

NEXTCHEM bags two major fertilizer tech contracts in China

NEXTCHEM will provide the license and the process design package (PDP) for a new nitric acid plant

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