European Commission Approves AkzoNobel and Axalta Merger
AkzoNobel and Axalta Coating Systems have received conditional approval from the European Commission for their proposed all-stock merger.
Chemistry
Alta Performance Materials to Acquire BASF's Palatal Business
The agreement will allow Alta Performance Materials to expand its manufacturing capabilities in South America and aligns with BASF's strategy to focus its portfolio on core chemical businesses.
Stefan Brandl Named New CEO of Schott
Stefan Brandl has served as Schott's new CEO since November 1, 2026, succeeding Torsten Derr
Evonik Invests €52 Million in its Silicone Platform in Essen
Evonik has invested €52 million in the expansion of its silicones platform at its Essen Goldschmidtstraße site in North Rhine-Westphalia.
Merck Sells Its CDMO Business to Lonza
Merck is streamlining its portfolio in the Life Science division and selling its CDMO business to Lonza.
Shell Signs Sustainable Aviation Fuel Agreement in Morocco
Shell Trading Rotterdam, a subsidiary of Shell, has signed a long-term products offtake agreement with Green Sky Manara for a planned facility at Port Nador, Morocco.
Bayer/Monsanto: Glyphosate Ruling in the US Sends a Strong Signal
Monsanto wins the first glyphosate case unanimously following the landmark decision by the US Supreme Court in June.
Sasol Restarts Idled Paraffin Unit in Italy, Lifts Supply Restrictions
Sasol International Chemicals has restarted a production unit in Augusta, Italy, that had been idle, and says it will resume normal supply of several chemicals used in cleaning products.
AkzoNobel Invests $60 Million in North American Powder Coatings Production
Upgrades to production, infrastructure, and technology have been made at three of AkzoNobel’s North American Powder Coatings sites as part of a $60 million investment.
Honeywell Bets on NVIDIA AI to Boost Output at Dangote Refinery
Based on preliminary estimates, Forge Plant Cognition could deliver more than $60 million in gross operational benefits at Dangote's Lekki refinery at full capacity.
BASF Boosts North American Supply of Bio-Based Surfactants With Expansion
Expansion strengthens local supply and supports demand for bio-based and biodegradable surfactants in North America. Complements BASF's global APG production network, including sites in Germany, China and Thailand.
BASF to Advance Semiconductor Manufacturing in Taiwan
BASF signed a MoU with Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs, underscoring its long-term commitment to the growth of Taiwan's semiconductor ecosystem.
Symrise Expands Production of Musk Fragrances
Symrise is investing in additional global production capacity for Globalide in India and strengthening its ability to supply a sustainable macrocyclic musk fragrance.
Asahi Kasei Makes Its Carbon Footprint in Acrylonitrile Production Transparent
Tongsuh Petrochemical has received verification at the “Reasonable Assurance” level for the product carbon footprint of acrylonitrile.
BASF and HSCC Explore PA6 Joint Venture
BASF and HSCC are exploring a merger of their European operations along the polyamide-6 (PA6) value chain into a 50-50 joint venture.
What Can One Bad SDS Set in Motion?
What business risks and outcomes can one inaccurate, outdated, or inaccessible SDS set in motion?
When Every Temperature Change Determines the Process
Even slight temperature fluctuations can affect chemical reactions. The Vigoro 7500 combines high dynamic performance and temperature stability with energy-efficient cooling technology to ensure reproducible processes.
Sumitomo Chemical Signs India Semiconductor MoU
Sumitomo Chemical has signed a memorandum of understanding with Tata Electronics to explore a collaboration on building a semiconductor supply chain in India.
AkzoNobel to Sell SE Asia Paints Business to Nippon Paint for $1.35 Billion
AkzoNobel will sell its Decorative Paints business across seven South East Asian countries to Nippon Paint for $1.35 billion, completing its Asia portfolio review as it focuses on its Axalta merger.
Borouge International Appoints Roland Janssen as Chief Commercial Officer
Borouge International has appointed Roland Janssen as Chief Commercial Officer, effective October 1, 2026. Janssen will be based at Borouge International’s headquarters in Vienna.
LG Chem and Volkswagen Partner on Sustainable Mobility Materials
Expanding cooperation to build a sustainable mobility ecosystem by combining materials expertise with automotive innovation.
BASF and Evonik in Merger Talks - Update
BASF plans to acquire Evonik. Both chemical companies have confirmed that talks are underway. Evonik rejects BASF’s initial offer.
Moeve Launches Construction of Europe’s Largest Green Hydrogen Project
With an investment of €2.4 billion, Moeve is anchoring from Huelva the development of the largest green molecules hub in Europe’s energy sector.
From Scientific Excellence to Industrial Implementation
China’s Biopharmaceutical and Medtech Sector in 2026
Evonik Closes Sites in Hamburg and Bitterfeld
Evonik plans to close two smaller sites in its German production and technology network next year.
Ineos Idles Europe's Last World-Scale Acetyls Plant as Energy Prices Hit 12x US Level
Ineos is idling all three of its world-scale chemical plants in Hull after energy prices climbed to 12 times those in the United States, the company announced.
Prange Group Sells Remaining Shares in Adragos Pharma
German CDMO Prange has sold all remaining shares in Adragos Pharma to FSN Capital.
Partnerships as the Operating Model for Automotive Innovation
How shared expertise, aligned processes and long-term co-development can accelerate the next generation of mobility solutions.
Clarity, Quality and Efficiency
Unveiled in April 2026, Brenntag's biopharma brand, Byphar, is aimed at companies in the biopharmaceutical industry. Joakim Rehné, President of Brenntag Pharma EMEA, explains the strategy behind the new brand.
Beyond the Catalog: Enamine's Journey to Global Drug Discovery Partner
In 2026, Enamine celebrates 35 years — from a small grant-funded Kyiv lab to a global partner with 3,000+ people across six countries.
Bayer Advances its Seed and Crop Protection Pipeline
Bayer is beginning to roll out major Crop Science innovations in key agricultural regions worldwide. These blockbuster products are expected to generate peak sales of at least €500 million.
Syensqo Brings Aromatic Compounding Capability to India
Syensqo is investing in a new compounding line for high-performance aromatic polymers at its Panoli site in India, strengthening its ability to serve customers in one of the world's fastest-growing automotive markets.
AkzoNobel Invests €7.5 Million in New Coatings Innovation Lab
AkzoNobel opened a €7.5 million innovation lab at its Sassenheim R&D hub to speed up development of sustainable, solvent-free, energy-efficient powder coatings.
Asahi Kasei Opens New Battery Separator Coating Line in North Carolina
Asahi Kasei opened its new wet-process lithium-ion battery separator coating line in Charlotte, North Carolina. The move supports the company's North American battery separator strategy.
BASF Opens Global Superabsorbents Performance Lab in Mumbai
The new Mumbai, India, facility will offer technical testing and application support to diaper and hygiene product customers worldwide.
