The Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCG) has announced plans to expand the production facility for its OPL Film™, an optical polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) film, at the Central Japan-Ogaki (Kanda) Plant in Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. The upgraded facility is expected…
FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC), a leading agricultural sciences company, announced today that Barry Crawford, Vice President of Transformation Management, will retire on November 1, 2024, after 13 years of distinguished service. Crawford joined FMC in 2012, bringing over 25 years…
ICL, a leading global specialty minerals company, announced that its ag tech digital start-up, Agmatix, has been named to Fortune’s 10th Annual Change the World list. This prestigious list highlights companies making a positive social impact through core business activities.…
Yara Tertre management has announced plans to transform the site, informing employee representatives of the company’s intention to close the ammonia production unit and shift focus to more competitive products, such as premium nitrate fertilizers and industrial nitrogen chemicals. The…
The Arkema–Académie des Sciences Prize, presented by the French Académie des Sciences and funded by Arkema with a €25,000 grant, recognizes outstanding research in innovative chemistry that advances sustainable and responsible development. This year’s award goes to Professor Markus Antonietti,…
Corteva has announced the appointment of Judd O’Connor as the new Executive Vice President (EVP) of its Seed Business Unit, effective December 1, 2024. O’Connor will take over from Tim Glenn, the current EVP, who will transition to a Strategic…
The international plastics trade fair, Fakuma 2024, has begun at the Friedrichshafen Exhibition Center in Germany, where Wanhua Chemical is showcasing its range of innovative products and material solutions for various industries, including baby care, consumer goods, automotive, medical, and…
Air Liquide is set to invest approximately $150 million to expand its production capacity and pipeline network in Tennessee, as part of a new long-term agreement with LG Chem. The investment will support LG Chem’s upcoming cathode active material plant,…
Borouge Plc, a prominent petrochemical company specializing in advanced polyolefin solutions, has announced the successful transport of over 700,000 tonnes of polyolefins in its first year of partnership with Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE National Rail…
Bayer has submitted an application to the European Medicines Agency (EMA) seeking approval for its oral androgen receptor inhibitor, darolutamide, to be used in combination with androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for treating metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC). Darolutamide, marketed as…
Korea Zinc (KRX:010130), a global leader in non-ferrous metal production and a key player in critical supply chains, is demanding greater transparency from MBK Partners and Young Poong regarding the shareholder agreement associated with MBK’s proposed acquisition of Korea Zinc.…
Emvolon, an MIT spin-off specializing in converting greenhouse gas emissions into carbon-negative fuels and chemicals, has announced a partnership with Montauk Renewables, Inc. (NASDAQ: MNTK), a renewable energy company focused on biogas recovery and conversion. The collaboration will leverage Emvolon’s…