R&D
R&D | 23 March 2026

Godavari Biorefineries secures Japanese patent for antiviral compounds

The patent protects antiviral compounds developed by the company that inhibit Vacuolar ATPase (V-ATPase) activity in cells, a mechanism involved in viral infection pathways

General
General | 23 March 2026

MHI invites bids for 6,000 MTPA sintered rare earth magnet facilities

The bidding will be conducted online through a transparent Least Cost System (LCS) comprising two-stages (technical bid and financial bid) through Central Public Procurement (CPP) Portal

General
General | 23 March 2026

Lubrizol and Ashirvad enable safe water access for 500+ students in rural Pune

The initiative, implemented with support from Jal Seva Charitable Foundation, will ensure access to 13,000 litres of safe and clean water every single day benefiting over 565 students and 26 staff members

Sustainability
Sustainability | 23 March 2026

BASF shifts Ludwigshafen acid chlorides and chloroformates production to 100% renewable energy

Initiative reduced product carbon footprint (PCF) by an average of 19 percent in 2025; similar PCF levels expected in 2026 and subsequent years

Chemical
Chemical | 23 March 2026

CHEMEON, SurTec forge global alliance to accelerate shift away from hazardous chrome

Under the agreement, CHEMEON will introduce selected SurTec technologies to the US market, while SurTec will take CHEMEON’s products global—backed by local expertise and established infrastructure

Start-up
Start-up | 23 March 2026

Rubi raises $7.5M as carbon-to-materials tech hits $60M in deals

The startup accelerates industrial scale-up

Digitization
Digitization | 23 March 2026

Innovapptive and Seeq team up to close “last mile” of industrial AI

Despite billions invested in AI and predictive analytics, industry data shows more than 70% of predictive alerts fail to prompt timely field responses

General
General | 23 March 2026

BASF to increase prices for select products in Americas

Given current market dynamics and the high volatility of cost increases, the validity of the price list will be reviewed regularly and communicated accordingly

General
General | 23 March 2026

Lanxess raises prices for flame retardants, plasticizers and other specialty additives

This decision reflects in particular the ongoing, cumulative cost increases

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 23 March 2026

H.B. Fuller announces global price increases of at least 10%

H.B. Fuller has taken decisive steps to safeguard continuity for customers and uphold its high standards of product quality, service, and performance

Recycling
Recycling | 21 March 2026

Total and Plastic Energy launch France’s first chemical recycling plant

The plant, capable of processing 15,000 tonnes of plastic waste per year, will be located on Total’s new platform zéro crude in Grandpuits, France, and is expected to go online in early 2023

Chemical
Chemical | 21 March 2026

Cosmo Consumer launches automobile ceramic coating ‘Cosmo Guard’

The lineup features both high-end ceramic coatings and advanced polishing compounds designed for precision prep

General
General | 21 March 2026

WABAG bags consortium award of EIB-funded advanced technology WWTP project in Georgia

The plant will feature advanced mechanical and biological treatment with nutrient removal based on the activated sludge process

Chemical
Chemical | 21 March 2026

Evonik sets new benchmark for responsible building protection with PFAS-free anti-graffiti solution

The new coating promises both durability and easy cleanup, allowing building surfaces to be restored without lingering marks or damage

Digitization
Digitization | 21 March 2026

Ecolab bets $4.75 billion on AI boom with bold CoolIT acquisition

CoolIT, currently owned by funds managed by KKR, is expected to generate roughly $550 million in sales over the next year

Digitization
Digitization | 21 March 2026

TCS and Swissport extend decade-long partnership, accelerate AI-driven transformation

The collaboration will intensify focus on digital innovation, operational excellence, and technological transformation across Swissport’s worldwide operations

Energy
Energy | 21 March 2026

India’s energy storage boom set to transform grid and renewables: IESA

India’s power system is experiencing unprecedented ramping and flexibility requirements, with grid demand swings reaching up to 90 gigawatts

Digitization
Digitization | 21 March 2026

Eurofins and trinamiX expand mobile forage analysis across Europe with new features

The expansion delivers state‑of‑the‑art mobile feed evaluation to a growing market of dairy and beef producers

Technology
Technology | 21 March 2026

Shell Turbo Technologies hits performance targets in Gbaran CPF warranty test

The upgrade was part of the Gbaran Phase 3B – Uzu development

Technology
Technology | 21 March 2026

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries expands eco-friendly heat pump line for Europe

ATW heat pumps extract heat from the air to supply cold and hot water for hot water supply, heating, and cooling

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