Axel Heitmann Eyeing Small, Mid-Sized Takeovers
The Chief Executive of Lanxess, Axel Heitmann, said on Thursday the rubber chemicals specialist is screening the market for small to medium-sized takeover opportunities.
The Chief Executive of Lanxess, Axel Heitmann, said on Thursday the rubber chemicals specialist is screening the market for small to medium-sized takeover opportunities.

BASF sells a majority stake in its coatings business to the investor Carlyle.

Building on the April 2025 announcement, Dow will take actions across its three operating segments to support European profitability, resulting in the closure of sites in Germany and the UK.

Compelling solutions through strategic partnerships

Novo Nordisk announced a global workforce reduction of approximately 9,000 positions to streamline operations and reinvest DKK 8 billion (€1 billion) in growth opportunities for diabetes and obesity treatments.

Merck to acquire the chromatography business of JSR Life Sciences, a leading provider of CDMO services, preclinical and translational clinical research, and bioprocessing solutions.