R&D | 19 March 2026
BASF bets big on canola innovation with €17 million Canada expansion
The move is aimed squarely at bolstering BASF’s dominance in canola innovation
The move is aimed squarely at bolstering BASF’s dominance in canola innovation
Siemens is actively investing in key technologies and partnerships to expand the ecosystem required to scale AI responsibly and support the next generation of data center infrastructure
The move comes as geopolitical tensions and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz
New plant produces X3D catalysts on an industrial scale
SABIC is showcasing these innovations alongside a range of specialty materials aimed at advancing automotive part design, enhancing performance, and promoting circularity while reducing emissions
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant is debuting a new natural active from blue-biotech, clinically proven to outperform traditional hyaluronic acid mixes
In these cells, the anode relies on pure titanium to resist the corrosive effects of chlorine
The changes raise the total contracted value from approximately C$68 million to C$85 million
The facility supports Croda’s commitment to inclusion, with 100% women-led packaging operations and an ambition to achieve 30% female representation at the site
The new facility will serve as a collaborative innovation hub to co-develop, test, and validate advanced adhesive and thermal management solutions for next-generation electronics manufacturing
The facility enables activities such as emulsion structure analysis, surfactant foam performance evaluation, hair combing force testing, skin analysis, and laundry performance testing
The electrolysis specialist will develop a concept for the seamless integration of Alkaline Water Electrolysis into the plant infrastructure of the Indian-based company Juno Joule Green Energy Private Limited
The line unlocks new agility to meet growing demand for specialized molecules and production at commercial-scale volumes
The investment signals a major push into AI-driven science
Farmers typically apply just 0.3–0.6 kg per hectare—far below the 2–4 kg used across much of Europe, around 13 kg in China and over 10 kg in parts of East Asia
AVEVA and NVIDIA are creating a new approach to digital twin deployments
The high-performance polymeric dispersant offers superior stabilization, reliable crystal growth control, and excellent tolerance to electrolytes and hard water
The new biomass boiler will replace natural gas-based steam production with low-carbon biomass steam, reducing reliance on fossil fuels
Despite global headwinds, India's chemical industry set to outpace GDP growth driven by ‘high-growth arenas’
The agreement sets a new benchmark in the global energy landscape
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