BASF said it will build a new dispersions plant in Durban, South Africa. The new plant will produce acrylic dispersions mainly for the coatings and construction industry. BASF said the new facility will benefit from local availability of raw materials and proximity to key customers who serve South Africa's and Sub-Saharan Africa's fast-growing markets. Production is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2012.
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.
Ineos CEO Ineos calls on European politicians to save the chemical industry.
Carbon black manufacturer Orion Engineered Carbons plans to rationalize production lines in North and South America and EMEA.
Compelling solutions through strategic partnerships
Merck to acquire the chromatography business of JSR Life Sciences, a leading provider of CDMO services, preclinical and translational clinical research, and bioprocessing solutions.
