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Digitization
Digitization | 12 December 2025

Data is the new catalyst in formulation R&D: Experts

Future of formulation science lies in the seamless blend of data, design, and technology

R&D
R&D | 12 December 2025

Mitsui Chemicals unveils world’s first 12-inch high-refractive index polymer wafers for AR glasses

The proprietary polymer also provides greater impact resistance, making devices safer and lighter than glass

Energy
Energy | 12 December 2025

ExxonMobil boosts 2030 outlook, projects $25 billion in earnings growth without raising spending

The growth is driven by stronger Permian output, technology advancements, improved capital efficiency, structural cost reductions, and portfolio optimization

Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCUS)
Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCUS) | 12 December 2025

Celanese secures carbon footprint certification to advance sustainable plastics

The certification reflects a major investment in Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU) technology

General
General | 12 December 2025

FUJIFILM launches ZEMATES to power next-gen semiconductor packaging

The ZEMATES lineup includes liquid-type polyimide for redistribution layers and protective films

Energy
Energy | 12 December 2025

TotalEnergies to become leading shareholder in expanded NEO NEXT+ in major UK oil & gas deal

The deal positions NEO NEXT+ as the largest independent oil and gas producer in the UK

General
General | 12 December 2025

Chemical industry's downturn to persist through 2026 amid overcapacity and soft demand: Deloitte

Key end-markets such as construction, automotive, and consumer goods are experiencing soft demand, with only the semiconductor market showing strong growth

General
General | 11 December 2025

AkzoNobel completes sale of AkzoNobel India to JSW Group

The transaction includes AkzoNobel’s liquid paints and coatings business in India

Chemical
Chemical | 11 December 2025

Chlorum Solutions USA acquires Cargill's Iowa Chlor-Alkali facility

Chlorum affiliates have developed and operated small-scale chlor-alkali plants in Brazil and Uruguay, with six facilities in operation and two new facilities in commissioning

Recycling
Recycling | 11 December 2025

Borealis and Borouge unveil recycled polyolefins 'Recleo'

The portfolio brings together post-industrial (PIR) and post-consumer (PCR) recyclates under one banner,

Supply Chain
Supply Chain | 11 December 2025

Archroma strikes new Europe-wide color management deal with Lilienweiss

Lilienweiss will handle regional distribution and produce custom color standards

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 11 December 2025

Alpek seals merger with Controladora Alpek, streamlining market presence

Controladora Alpek has been dissolved and delisted from the Mexican Stock Exchange,

Fertilizer
Fertilizer | 11 December 2025

FAI Annual Seminar 2025: Charting the future of sustainable fertiliser management

The FAI Seminar 2025 highlights need for tech-driven, holistic nutrient solutions for sustainable Indian agriculture

Chemical
Chemical | 11 December 2025

Neochem Bio Solutions successfully lists Initial Public Offering on NSE Emerge

The IPO proceeds are expected to further accelerate the company’s expansion, strengthen operational capabilities, and enhance its ability to meet growing domestic and global market demand

General
General | 11 December 2025

Enlight Metals expands into chemicals trading

The new division focuses on trading industrial-grade chemicals for sectors including petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and agriculture

People
People | 11 December 2025

Samir Somaiya becomes first Indian to receive Plinio Nastari Sugar Excellence Award

The award was instituted by International Sugar Organisation, under the theme "Sustainable Solutions for Sugar & Energy", to recognise outstanding achievement in the world of sugar & bioenergy

Chemical
Chemical | 10 December 2025

Anupam Rasayan to acquire US-based Jayhawk Fine Chemicals for $150 million

This acquisition marks Anupam’s entry into onshore manufacturing in the United States

Technology
Technology | 10 December 2025

TechnipFMC bags flexible pipe contract from Ithaca Energy

TechnipFMC will design, manufacture, and install flexible risers, flowlines, and associated hardware

Sustainability
Sustainability | 10 December 2025

Evonik publishes Environmental Product Declarations for building protection products

EPDs for Protectosil aligned with EU rules, showing environmental and lifecycle benefits

Chemical
Chemical | 10 December 2025

BASF introduces low-VOC polyurethane catalyst Lupragen N 208

Broadly applicable for production of flexible, semi-rigid and rigid foams

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