Digitization
Digitization | 29 June 2026

thyssenkrupp & Globallogic launch Physical AI alliance to automate heavy industry

The companies also plan to move beyond experimentation and into deployment of “Physical AI” systems that convert complex industrial data into measurable economic and operational outcomes

People
People | 29 June 2026

Dr. Mritunjay Chaubey receives Paryavaran Ratna Award

He was awarded for his unwavering commitment towards environmental protection, sustainable development, responsible industrial practices

R&D
R&D | 29 June 2026

Endress+Hauser expands US footprint with two new facilities & $50.9 million investment

Endress+Hauser invested approximately €44 million in a new 9,800-square-metre facility in Greenwood, Indiana

Technology
Technology | 29 June 2026

MAIRE completes €148.2 million Ballestra acquisition to expand Nextchem's tech platform

The acquisition brings engineering expertise, industrial know-how and proprietary process technologies

Digitization
Digitization | 29 June 2026

Energy sector enters “Intelligence Age” as AI shifts from pilot projects to real-world impact: KPMG report

The KPMG Global Tech Report 2026: Energy, Natural Resources and Chemicals finds that energy leaders are increasingly embedding AI into day-to-day operations,

Supply Chain
Supply Chain | 29 June 2026

IMCD expands Thailand footprint with Merit Solution acquisition

The acquisition expands IMCD's capabilities in additives for the plastics industry

Chemical
Chemical | 29 June 2026

GFL scales up refrigerant production to meet soaring global demand

Company to fully utilize its refrigerant gas entitlement under the Montreal Protocol and the Kigali Amendment

Policy
Policy | 29 June 2026

India lifts curbs on non-domestic packed LPG, restores supplies to pre-crisis levels

Centre of High Technology under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has been directed to issue organisation wise allocation of this enhanced C3/C4 stream for the petrochemical and other critical sectors

Sustainability
Sustainability | 27 June 2026

PPG wins top honor for breakthrough low-temperature Coating Technology at 2026 Ringier Awards

The award spotlights technologies reshaping the coatings sector through gains in performance, sustainability, and application efficiency

Energy
Energy | 27 June 2026

ONGC and bp expand offshore partnership with new Western Offshore Basin deal

bp has been appointed Technical Services Provider (TSP) for ONGC’s 43-block Western Offshore Basin—its most prolific offshore producing region and a cornerstone of India’s domestic crude oil and gas output

General
General | 27 June 2026

El Nino risk shifts from forecast to field as kharif sowing crosses 119 lakh hectares: CropLife India

With kharif sowing already past 119 lakh hectares, the El Niño question is moving from forecast to field

R&D
R&D | 27 June 2026

IMCD opens high-tech US innovation hub to accelerate pharma & food formulation breakthroughs

The facilities sit within IMCD’s global network of more than 80 technical centres

Chemical
Chemical | 27 June 2026

INEOS Oligomers launches high-purity hydrocarbon olefin to boost olefin performance and storage stability

The product combines high-purity DIB with butylated hydroxytoluene, a widely used antioxidant that helps limit oxidation during storage and maintain product integrity over time

Chemical
Chemical | 27 June 2026

Firefighting gear gets materials upgrade as BASF polymer strengthens MSA breathing apparatus

The carbon-fiber-reinforced, impact-modified material is now proving its value in real-world emergency operations, including use by BASF’s plant fire brigade

General
General | 27 June 2026

Sandvik lands SEK 175 million order for LKAB’s new sorting plant in Sweden

The order covers cone crushers, double-deck screens, and vibrating feeders, all integrated with Sandvik’s Automation and Connectivity System

General
General | 27 June 2026

AkzoNobel partners with Genoa to safeguard historic identity through color masterplan

Under a new three-year agreement led by the company’s Sikkens brand, the initiative will establish detailed technical guidelines governing the colors and materials used in future façade restoration and redevelopment projects

Digitization
Digitization | 27 June 2026

Honeywell–MIT study: AI could slash global fuel costs by up to $225 billion

AI applications in traditional oil-based fuel production are projected to reduce global prices could decline by as much as 4.5% over the long term

Chemical
Chemical | 27 June 2026

Evonik raises 2026 outlook after strong second-quarter earnings surge

The company now expects adjusted EBITDA of €2.0 billion to €2.2 billion, compared with its previous guidance of €1.7 billion to €2.0 billion

Energy
Energy | 27 June 2026

Sasol and Topsoe to wind down Zaffra JV as SAF partnership enters new phase

The companies said the revised structure will provide greater flexibility

Petrochemical
Petrochemical | 27 June 2026

Borouge launches “Chameleon” elastomer to boost flexibility & processing efficiency

It also opens up new formulation options in a segment where access to high-performance elastomers for demanding compounds and blends has traditionally been limited

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