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…
During the initial vaccine shortages of the coronavirus pandemic, the German government proactively secured future vaccine production and supply by inviting companies to bid for pandemic-preparedness contracts. Among those awarded contracts were WACKER and CordenPharma, who jointly bid for the…
ELASTOSIL® CM 185 has been developed specifically as a potting compound for the vent and cell contacting system within lithium-ion batteries. Classified under RTV-2 silicone rubber compounds, it consists of a two-component silicone material that vulcanizes at room temperature. This…
Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting significant strides in advancing its sustainability commitments. The report details Cabot’s progress in meeting its 2025 Sustainability Goals and outlines strategies to foster a more sustainable global environment. Developed…
Today, Yara International celebrates the official opening of its renewable hydrogen plant at Herøya, Norway. The plant marks a significant achievement as Yara begins producing renewable hydrogen and ammonia, with the first tonnes of fertilizers made from renewable ammonia already…
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…
Mikhail Sterkin, PhosAgro’s Deputy CEO for Sales and Marketing, participated in the international BRICS symposium “Climate and Environment-Smart Agriculture.” This event was organized by the BRICS Business Council Working Group on Agribusiness, PhosAgro, the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of…
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…
Essen, Germany – Evonik is expanding its TEGO® Therm product line to include heat protection and fire-resistant coatings specifically designed for electric vehicle (EV) battery housings and covers. As the EV market rapidly grows, the safety standards for lithium-ion batteries…
Driven by escalating consumer expectations and regulatory demands, there is a growing imperative to quantify the use of sustainable materials and their corresponding carbon footprint data across the value chain. This endeavor requires not only close cooperation throughout the value…