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R&D
R&D | 01 October 2025

Syensqo pioneers recycling technology for circular sulfone polymers

The new technology builds on Syensqo’s sustainable ECHO sulfone polymers portfolio and relies on proprietary chemical recycling processes

General
General | 01 October 2025

Givaudan to acquire US-based fragrance house ‘Belle Aire Creations’

The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2025 or early in 2026

Electric Vehicles
Electric Vehicles | 30 September 2025

Tata Power and VE Commercial Vehicles drive the future of electric mobility in India

Both companies will work together across multiple areas to empower fleet operators and commercial vehicle users in transitioning to electric mobility

Ammonia
Ammonia | 30 September 2025

VINSSEN powers world's first ammonia-fueled fuel cell tanker

VINSSEN has developed and delivered the high-performance fuel cell system that will power the vessel’s propulsion, cargo handling, and onboard energy systems

Supply Chain
Supply Chain | 30 September 2025

Natara partners with Azelis Ashapura to expand distribution in India

Ashapura will distribute Natara’s premium natural extract & oils and speciality aroma chemicals to customers across India

People
People | 30 September 2025

Brenntag appoints Bjorn Andersen as COO

This critical role will be instrumental in further developing the most competitive and scalable global distribution supply chain for chemicals and ingredients

Supply Chain
Supply Chain | 30 September 2025

Azelis and Chemetall expand distribution agreement for surface treatment market in Southeast Asia

Chemetall will open a new application laboratory in Ho Chi Minh City, to better meet the rising needs of Vietnam’s market

Technology
Technology | 30 September 2025

Kurita America, Cyclopure to deliver PFAS removal solutions

DEXSORB delivers a 4–10x higher capacity, removes a broad- spectrum of PFAS, and offers an eco-friendly regeneration and concentration process

Sustainability
Sustainability | 30 September 2025

L&T secures $700 million sustainability-linked trade deal with standard chartered

As part of the SLTF framework, L&T will disclose its performance against these KPIs on an annual basis

General
General | 30 September 2025

Invista to discontinue operations at Maitland site

Production of Dytek A will be relocated to Invista’s Victoria site,

R&D
R&D | 30 September 2025

Arkema inaugurates new battery dry coating laboratory in France

This new facility strengthens Arkema’s global network of R&D laboratories dedicated to the battery industry

Chemical
Chemical | 30 September 2025

DuPont acquires Sinochem (Ningbo) Memtech to expand FilmTec RO portfolio in China

The acquisition strengthens DuPont’s position as a global leader in water purification solutions

Battery
Battery | 30 September 2025

Energy Vault & PG&E power up world’s first hybrid battery, hydrogen microgrid in Calistoga

The CRC represents a transformative step in addressing the impacts of Public Safety Power Shutoffs

Opinion
Opinion | 30 September 2025

From Walls to Wheels: Paints and coatings industry shows dual-sector growth

India’s paints and coatings industry is poised to hit $13 billion by 2030 amid real estate boom with infrastructure and innovation driving demand

Opinion
Opinion | 30 September 2025

Engineered for Growth: High performance polymers gain momentum

While challenges like raw material dependency and skill shortages persist, India is rapidly positioning itself as a competitive hub for advanced polymer solutions in the global market

Renewable
Renewable | 29 September 2025

TotalEnergies sells 50% of 1.4 GW solar portfolio in North America to KKR

This transaction values the portfolio at an enterprise value of $1.25 billion

Recycling
Recycling | 29 September 2025

BASF, Porsche, and BEST complete pilot project on chemical recycling

For the first time, fossil raw materials have been completely replaced by circular, automotive waste containing streams through a gasification process to produce new plastics

People
People | 29 September 2025

Julia Wright withdraws from post of General Counsel at Huntsman

Wright was scheduled to assume the role on October 13, 2025

Hydrogen
Hydrogen | 29 September 2025

Sinopec completes 1,500 km hydrogen corridor along Yangtze River

Three hydrogen-powered logistics vehicles refueled at six Sinopec hydrogen stations along the way

General
General | 29 September 2025

Leistritz supplies 12 meters wide extruder for the world’s largest BOPP film line

Brückner Maschinenbau is recognized as the global market leader in lines for stretched films

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