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Chemical
Chemical | 14 May 2020

Metso-Outotec merger cleared by European Commission

Metso and Outotec Oyj received on Wednesday an unconditional merger control clearance from the European Commission for the combination of Metso’s Minerals business with Outotec.

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 14 May 2020

PKN ORLEN to use Badger Licensing process tech for expanding IPA production

The planned project would consist of an isopropanol unit with auxiliary systems and ancillary infrastructure and would be sited at the P?ock production plant.

Chemical
Chemical | 14 May 2020

P&G collaborates with Cargill for commercializing biobased acrylic acid technology

The use of bio-based acrylic acid is estimated to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and contribute to greener products for years to come – something that is important to a range of stakeholders, including consumers and business leaders.

Chemical
Chemical | 14 May 2020

INEOS Styrolution donates ABS for PPE production to University Erlangen-Nuremberg

The company has donated over 1,300 kg of ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) to Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU), to help produce protective glasses for frontline healthcare workers at the university clinic and other healthcare institutions in the Erlangen, Germany area.

Technology
Technology | 14 May 2020

JX Nippon selects KBR for carbon capture feasibility study

KBR will provide technical consultancy services in relation to developing concepts and technology recommendations for the capture of CO2, reinjection, and production of blue (i.e. carbon free) hydrogen.

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 13 May 2020

Aramco deal could provide substantial financial muscle to RIL: HSBC

RIL had last August announced plan to sell 20 per cent stake in its refining and petrochemicals business for $15 billion to the Saudi Aramco, as part of his plan to deleverage RIL's balance sheet.

Chemical
Chemical | 13 May 2020

Evonik commissions advanced biomaterials production facility in Birmingham

The adjacent CDMO site, which has been successfully inspected by U.S.-FDA and E.U.-health authorities, also offers a range of formulation development and GMP manufacturing services for parenteral drug products, and application development and scale-up services for implantable medical devices.

Gas
Gas | 13 May 2020

APAC LNG companies revisiting strategies to tackle economic slowdown fueled by COVID-19

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports by the world’s top three consumers – Japan, China and South Korea, and other Asia-Pacific (APAC) countries such as India have taken a hit due to reduced demand and economic slowdown fueled by the COVID-19 outbreak.

Chemical
Chemical | 13 May 2020

COVID-19: Self-reliant India is the only way forward

Narendra Modi's Rs. 20 lakh crore announcement for 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' needs to be quickly followed with announcement of supply chain reforms, rational tax system, transparent laws, zero corruption regime and strong financial and technology backing for building the manufacturing and services ecosystem

Chemical
Chemical | 13 May 2020

Mitsui Chemicals and Nagoya University starts developing New 3D-Printed Mask

The new mask’s key feature is the fact that it not only filters out viral particles but also can be reused. The mask consists of a reusable body and a disposable filter.

Chemical
Chemical | 13 May 2020

PM calls for Atmanirbhar Bharat; Announces Rs. 20 Lakh Cr package

This economic package taken together with earlier announcements by the government during COVID crisis and decisions taken by RBI is to the tune of Rs. 20 lakh crore, which is equivalent to almost 10% of India’s GDP.

Chemical
Chemical | 13 May 2020

HIL (India) eying big orders from African countries

HIL has written a letter to 10 southern African Development Community (SADC) for supply of DDT in view of a warning issued by the World Health Organisation about an increase in Malaria cases in the region in coming months.

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 12 May 2020

NOVA Chemicals and Enerkem collaborate on advanced recycling technology for plastics

The joint research seeks new way to reduce waste to landfill and drive zero plastic waste.

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 12 May 2020

Petrofac secures new contracts from BP

Petrofac is set to build on its provision of digitally enhanced services for BP, following the award of a three-year extension to its existing maintenance contract and a new four-year metering contract.

Gas
Gas | 12 May 2020

Evonik and Beiersdorf to jointly research on using artificial photosynthesis tech for care products

Its aim is to develop sustainable raw materials for care products, using carbon dioxide (CO2) as the starting material.

Chemical
Chemical | 12 May 2020

Valmet to supply ash crystallizer plant to L.D. Celulose in Brazil

The order was included in Valmet's orders received of the first quarter 2020. The value of the order is not disclosed. The value of a delivery of this size and scope is typically around EUR 10-15 million.

Gas
Gas | 12 May 2020

Wartsila delivers regasification modules for China’s first new built LNG FSRU

The vessel, the ‘Transgas Power’, was built at the Hudong-Zhonghua shipyard in Shanghai for Greek operator Dynagas.

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 12 May 2020

AkzoNobel India resumes operations

In accordance with guidelines issued by central and state government authorities, AkzoNobel India Limited has obtained approvals for resuming operations in specific zones where restrictions have been lifted.

Chemical
Chemical | 12 May 2020

Tata Chemicals resumes operations

While resuming operations, Tata Chemicals is ensuring compliance with the directives issued by the authorities in this regard and is continuing to take various measures to ensure the safety and well being of all its employees and stakeholders.

Chemical
Chemical | 12 May 2020

Godrej Agrovet Agrochemical Q4 grows 48%

For FY 2019-20, the growth was 3.3% and its overall revenue was Rs. 567.7 crore whereas segment result was down by 3.9% and reached Rs. 153.8 crore.

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