Supply Chain
Supply Chain | 13 March 2026

Evonik and IMCD expand U.S. distribution partnership for visiomer specialty methacrylates

The move strengthens Evonik’s regional reach and gives customers broader access to its advanced solutions through IMCD’s established distribution network

Technology
Technology | 13 March 2026

Worley bags FEED contract for Chevron’s Aphrodite gas field development

The Aphrodite development is Cyprus’ first offshore gas development and is expected to achieve first gas in 2032

Supply Chain
Supply Chain | 13 March 2026

Brenntag delivers resilient 2025 results despite weak markets, steps up cost cuts

The company posted €15.2 billion in sales, a 3.7% decline from 2024

Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCUS)
Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCUS) | 13 March 2026

EU clears €260 million boost for major carbon capture project in Belgium

The project aims to create an integrated, cross-border CCS value chain at industrial scale, which will result in around 20 million tonnes of net GHG emissions avoided, over 15 years

Chemical
Chemical | 13 March 2026

dsm-firmenich bets on consumer-focused strategy as it targets growth in 2026–27

The company told institutional analysts and investors it is entering a new phase following the divestment of its Animal Nutrition & Health unit

Battery
Battery | 13 March 2026

Vianode bags major North American battery real as energy storage demand surges

Vianode will deliver 8,000 tonnes of synthetic graphite from its Norwegian production facility, Via ONE

Supply Chain
Supply Chain | 13 March 2026

Univar Solutions expands SI Group distribution deal across key EMEA markets

The agreement covers a wide portfolio of SI Group products including antioxidants, stabilizers, UV light stabilizers, impact modifiers and other additives used in plastics and rubber manufacturing

Chemical
Chemical | 12 March 2026

ICC Outlook Conference 2026: Navigating geopolitics and boosting competitiveness to shape the future of chemical industry

The first day discussions centered on navigating global supply chain shifts, enhancing competitiveness, and driving sustainability within the Indian chemical industry

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 12 March 2026

PM Modi lays foundation stone for Rs. 5,514 crore polypropylene project at BPCL Kochi Refinery

The project will establish a 400 KTPA polypropylene unit along with associated facilities for the production of six grades of homopolymer polypropylene

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 12 March 2026

America First Refining secures 20-year deal to build first new US refinery in 50 years

Transaction represents largest energy deal in US History

General
General | 12 March 2026

Henkel posts solid 2025 results amid global uncertainty

Henkel’s 2025 group sales totaled €20,495 million, down 5.1% year-on-year in nominal terms

General
General | 12 March 2026

WACKER posts €805M loss, scraps dividend as chemical sector struggles

The losses were driven by restructuring charges tied to the company’s sweeping cost-cutting initiative

General
General | 12 March 2026

Elkem unveils major restructuring, targets NOK 1.9 billion in savings

The overhaul follows Elkem’s announcement on 13 February 2026 that it had agreed to sell a majority of its Silicones division to Bluestar

Chemical
Chemical | 12 March 2026

ADAMA launches Ateka insecticide to tackle tough sucking pests

The product’s high-load formulation delivers a higher concentration of active ingredient per droplet

Chemical
Chemical | 12 March 2026

Vive Crop Protection launches new fungicide for Canadian growers

The product is powered by the company’s Allosperse Delivery Technology and contains the active ingredient prothioconazole, a Group 3 fungicide

R&D
R&D | 12 March 2026

Certis Belchim and Elicit Plant join forces to launch climate-resilient potato solution

The alliance merges Elicit Plant’s advanced R&D capabilities with Certis Belchim’s stronghold in innovative crop solutions

Technology
Technology | 12 March 2026

Clariant, Borealis, and SINTEF validate advanced pyrolysis oil upgrading for circular plastics

By completing the entire hydrotreating process in one reactor rather than the multiple units used in alternative approaches, this solution cuts capital requirements and operational complexity substantially

General
General | 12 March 2026

Henkel India and DISH join forces to boost workplace safety and labour code awareness in Kurkumbh MIDC

The event centered on bolstering workplace safety through heightened awareness, comprehensive training, and collective accountability

Recycling
Recycling | 12 March 2026

Indorama Ventures, Nigerian Breweries, and Genesis Energy partner to develop rPET production facilities in Africa

This partnership combines the complementary strengths of three industry leaders to advance the PET value chain in Nigeria

Hydrogen
Hydrogen | 12 March 2026

Asahi Kasei installs 1MW hydrogen electrolyzer at Finland’s first commercial refueling station

The project will serve as a case model for the potential of hydrogen utilization in cold climates and the mobility industry

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