For years, Indian Chemical News has been the definitive source for authoritative and interactive information across the chemical and petrochemical landscape. As we stepped into 2026—a year projected to see India’s chemical production surge by over 10%—we are evolving to better serve a dynamic industry.

Today, we are thrilled to unveil our new logo, a symbol of our journey and our commitment to a digital, sustainable future. This visual transformation reflects our expanded focus on critical new verticals, including green chemistry, bioenergy, and advanced materials.

Our new brand identity is more than just a design; it is a promise. It represents our mission to remain India’s most credible information portal, providing the insights you need to make better-informed business and planning decisions in an increasingly complex global market.

Stay tuned as we enter this next frontier. Same trusted reporting, brand new chemistry.

Strategic Themes for 2026

Strategic themes for the Indian chemical industry in 2026 reflect a pivot from volume-based growth to a model centered on value creation, sustainability, and technological resilience. As the industry navigates a global downcycle and overcapacity, the following themes are identified for 2026:

Sustainability & ESG: Reporting on the industry's shift toward net-zero targets and green chemistry.

Digitalization: Covering the "Catalysts for Change" as automation reshapes Indian manufacturing.

Global Integration: Bridging Indian stakeholders with international perspectives in the chemical supply chain.

The "China+1" Strategy & Reshoring: Navigating geopolitical uncertainties, trade tensions, and tariffs by diversifying supply sources and strengthening regional footprints.

Specialized Materials: Leveraging high-growth areas that require advanced chemicals and materials

M&A and "Indigenization" Expressway: Driving growth through strategic acquisitions, particularly in Europe/Japan, to acquire intellectual property (IP), brand, and technology

Human Capital & Safety: Operational Excellence: Addressing the shortage of highly skilled professionals and enhancing Process Safety Management (PSM)