Dow Corning has announced European investments in innovation and solar energy. The investment of up to $13 million will include two new buildings, with construction expected to begin later this year.
Arkema has announced the launch of its Carat Project at its Carling site in France. This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities and sustainability of the facility, which specializes in producing acrylic monomers and superabsorbent polymers.
German oxo-chemicals manufacturer Oxea has appointed Michael McHenry as its new CEO with effect from August 15, 2025.
Ineos has completed a major £30 million investment at its Hull manufacturing site, converting the facility to run on clean-burning hydrogen instead of natural gas. This results in a 75% cut in carbon emissions.
Carbon black manufacturer Orion Engineered Carbons plans to rationalize production lines in North and South America and EMEA.
MSD, known as Merck & Co. in the US and Canada, recently announced it will acquire Verona Pharma, a biopharmaceutical company focused on respiratory diseases, for approximately $10 billion.
