FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC), a leading global agricultural sciences company, has announced a strategic agreement with Ballagro Agro Tecnologia Ltda., a pioneer in fungi-based biosolutions, to offer Brazilian growers a diverse portfolio of innovative biological solutions. This partnership is a…
Air Products (NYSE) has finalized the sale of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) process technology and equipment business to Honeywell for $1.81 billion in cash. Originally announced in July 2024, the transaction has now met all conditions, with the necessary…
The global paints and coatings market was valued at $194.0 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow to $203.8 billion in 2024, ultimately reaching $263.2 billion by 2029. This growth reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%…
ISN, a global leader in contractor and supplier information management services, has announced that Clariant, a specialty chemical company dedicated to sustainability, has chosen ISNetworld as its primary platform for contractor information management. ISN will support Clariant in enhancing its…
The global bio-isobutene market is projected to grow from $3.5 million in 2024 to $74.5 million by 2034, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35.8% over the forecast period. The increasing demand for sustainable and renewable chemical alternatives,…
Water Engineering Inc. (WEI), a portfolio company of Nolan Capital, is expanding its national presence through the acquisition of Gotham Refining Chemical Corp. (Gotham). Gotham is a prominent provider of commercial and industrial water treatment services, including programs, chemicals, consultation,…
On September 24, 2024, Asahi Kasei Pharma entered into a final agreement with Nagase & Co., Ltd. (Nagase) to transfer its diagnostics business, including the Ohito Pharmaceuticals Plant and Ohito Office (the “Transfer”), to Nagase. 1. Purpose of the Transfer…
Air Liquide to Invest Nearly €60 Million in New Air Separation Unit for Long-Term Partnership with Wanhua Chemical Group in Yantai, China Air Liquide is set to invest close to €60 million to acquire and operate an Air Separation Unit…
Merck and Siemens have expanded their collaboration to advance smart manufacturing through a new strategic partnership. Cedrik Neike, CEO of Siemens Digital Industries and Member of the Managing Board of Siemens AG, and Kai Beckmann, CEO of Merck’s Electronics business…
Ashland has rapidly advanced its super wetting technology platform, first introduced last September, with the commercialization of easy-wet™ 300 n, a super wetting agent for crops such as corn, soy, wheat, watermelon, florals, and other produce like bananas, lettuce, and…
Miné Kleynhans (34), a project manager at the University of the Free State Art Gallery, has won the prestigious 2024 Sasol New Signatures Art Competition for her installation titled Meditations on Resentment. As the winner, Kleynhans receives a cash prize…
Borouge Plc, a leading innovator in polyolefins, has announced that its General Assembly Meeting (GAM) on August 30 approved a half-year 2024 interim cash dividend of $650 million, or 7.94 fils per share. This payout represents an annualized dividend yield…