Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP), a leading global provider of essential minerals, has appointed Jeffrey Cathey as its new chief financial officer (CFO), the company announced today. Cathey, who joined Compass Minerals in December 2023 as chief accounting officer, will oversee…
WACKER, a pioneer in silicone technologies, heralded a significant step forward with the groundbreaking ceremony for its new production site in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic. This facility marks a strategic move to bolster its position as a leading manufacturer of…
FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Pierre Brondeau as chief executive officer, in addition to his role as board chairman. He takes over from Mark Douglas, who has stepped down as president and…
Asahi Kasei, a prominent Japanese technology company, has achieved proof of concept (POC) for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) using its advanced high ionic conductive electrolyte. This technological breakthrough addresses critical issues such as enhanced power output at low temperatures and improved…
Evonik, a leading global specialty chemicals company, has appointed Guido Skudlarek as President of the North America region effective June 1, 2024, enhancing its local leadership team with top-level management expertise. Bonnie Tully, who has led the region since 2020,…
Evonik, a global leader in specialty chemicals, has commenced production of ultra-high purity colloidal silica for the semiconductor industry at its new facility in Weston, Michigan. Colloidal silica is a vital raw material for the electronics and semiconductor sectors, driven…
To promote production, social development, and enhance the quality of life for Pisagua residents, SQM Yodo Nutrición Vegetal and Fundación Factor de Cambio have provided supplies and equipment to local entrepreneurs and fishermen through the Activa Pisagua Program. The initiative…
Entrepreneurs from various regions of Antofagasta and Tarapacá participated in different segments of EXPONOR 2024, such as business conferences, technical talks, and seminars. Rocio Bertin from Nanobio (Iquique), one of the participating El Puerto Cowork entrepreneurs, praised the event: “I…
Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) announced today that its European business unit, Westlake Epoxy, has been honored with a 2024 Gold Medal from EcoVadis. This recognition places Westlake Epoxy among the top 5% of companies in the chemical industry to receive…
PPG (NYSE: PPG) has unveiled its TOMORROW INCLUDED® sustainability marketing concept for the Architectural Coatings (AC) business in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). This initiative aims to showcase the sustainability benefits of many of PPG’s architectural products while…
Shanghai, China – CSSC Power (Group) Corporation Limited (CPGC) is set to install its advanced Onboard Carbon Capture System (OCCS) on multiple liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, utilizing BASF’s OASE® blue technology. The two parties signed a Framework Agreement on…
Dow (NYSE: DOW) has published its 2023 Intersections Report, showcasing the company’s strides towards becoming the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive, and sustainable materials science company globally. The report underscores Dow’s environmental, social, and governance commitments, aimed at delivering long-term value…