People
People | 24 February 2026

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

People
People | 24 February 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

Chemical
Chemical | 24 February 2026

Solvay optimizes soda ash capacity to strengthen competitiveness

Soda ash production capacity at Torrelavega site adjusted to market conditions

General
General | 24 February 2026

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

Technology
Technology | 24 February 2026

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

Sustainability
Sustainability | 24 February 2026

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

General
General | 24 February 2026

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

General
General | 24 February 2026

Solvay slips to Q4 loss amid weak sales performance

Strong free cash flow delivery in 2025 in a challenging environment

General
General | 24 February 2026

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.

General
General | 24 February 2026

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

General
General | 24 February 2026

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

Sustainability
Sustainability | 24 February 2026

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

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

R&D
R&D | 23 February 2026

Global study reveals skills gap threatening energy transition, India leads awareness

Energy transition is a top priority for 70% in India and Turkey, and 67% in Qatar, versus just 34% in Argentina

Energy
Energy | 23 February 2026

Neste and World Fuel Services seal five-year deal to expand sustainable aviation fuel in Europe

Neste’s Rotterdam refinery alone can produce up to 500,000 tons of SAF annually

Opinion
Opinion | 23 February 2026

Methanol — A pragmatic pathway in India’s energy transition: Prakriti Sethi, Chief India Representative, Methanol Institute

Leveraging methanol can help India advance hydrogen adoption, strengthen energy security, and support industrial competitiveness while preserving flexibility in its transition pathway

Fertilizer
Fertilizer | 23 February 2026

Govt sounds alarm on soil crisis, pushes nationwide crackdown on imbalanced fertilizer use

The Secretary underscored the power of youth in driving agricultural transformation

Technology
Technology | 23 February 2026

EnergyX switches on massive US membrane plant, tightening grip on lithium supply chain

The move sharply reduces reliance on overseas suppliers, shortens production lead times, and strengthens the domestic lithium supply chain

R&D
R&D | 23 February 2026

Celanese supercharges US innovation with major Michigan Tech Center expansion

The move reduces operating costs while establishing a dedicated center for extrusion development, foaming technologies and advanced engineering capabilities

General
General | 23 February 2026

Chemours reports mixed 2025 results, eyes growth in 2026

In full-year 2025, Chemours posted $5.8 billion in net sales, flat versus 2024, with TSS driving record annual growth in Opteon Refrigerants

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