AkzoNobel Boosts Production Capacity in Suzhou with €14 Million Investment AkzoNobel has launched an upgraded and automated production line at its Suzhou site in China, following a €14 million investment aimed at accelerating growth. The investment is set to double…
“In today’s linear economy, products are manufactured, used, disposed of, and recycled in a manner that is not sustainable. This is particularly evident with plastic products, which are often not recognized as valuable resources at the end of their lifecycle.…
Polymer materials manufacturer Covestro and bp have forged a significant long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) for renewable energy sourced from a solar power plant in Spain. This 10-year agreement marks a pivotal move for Covestro, increasing the share of renewable…
Yann d’Hervé, formerly Head of the Care Solutions business line within Evonik’s Nutrition & Care division, has been appointed to lead the Health Care business line starting July 1. With a background encompassing an MSc in Chemistry and an MBA,…
e-elected Re-elected as Chairman of PhosAgro’s Board of Dir The Board of Directors of PhosAgro, a leading global producer of phosphate-based fertilizers listed on the Moscow Exchange and LSE under PHOR, re-elected independent director Viktor Cherepov as Chairman at its…
PhosAgro, a leading global producer of phosphate-based fertilizers listed on the Moscow Exchange and LSE under PHOR, conducted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 30 June via absentee voting, where shareholders elected a new Board of Directors. The composition of…
Toray Industries, Inc. has unveiled a new, highly durable short-afterglow scintillator panel designed to enhance non-destructive X-ray inspections and improve operational efficiency. This innovative product was launched globally in June 2024 following its introduction in Japan. Non-destructive X-ray inspections are…
Scatec ASA, a prominent provider of renewable energy solutions, along with partners ECHEM and MOPCO, has reached an agreement on Heads of Terms for the offtake of renewable ammonia from Egypt with Yara Clean Ammonia, the world’s largest distributor of…
Global events, whether geopolitical, economic, or environmental, wield considerable influence over pharmaceutical supply chains. Examples include the Suez Canal blockage by the Ever Given, ongoing geopolitical tensions like the Ukraine-Russia conflict and the China-US trade war, and notably, the disruptive…
Yann d’Hervé Assumes Leadership of Evonik’s Health Care Business Line Effective July 1, Yann d’Hervé will assume the role of leading Evonik’s Health Care business line. Yann d’Hervé, previously heading the Care Solutions business line within Evonik’s Nutrition & Care…
“Brenntag Expands North American Operations with Acquisition of Industrial Chemicals Corporation in Denver, Colorado Brenntag, the global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has completed the acquisition of Industrial Chemicals Corporation (ICC) in Denver, Colorado. This strategic move aims to…
Polymer materials manufacturer Covestro and bp have inked a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) to procure renewable energy from a solar power plant located in Spain. This 10-year deal marks a significant step for Covestro, elevating the share of renewable…