Keyword: BASF

Strategy & Management

Promising Sales Profit Levers

06.12.2019 - At the end of the third quarter, the chemical industry continues to face an economic slowdown, compounded by international trade conflicts, increased political uncertainty, and...

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BASF to Double Refinish Coatings Unit in China

06.12.2019 - BASF is doubling capacity for auto refinish coatings with a new facility for automotive refinish coatings at its dedicated coatings site in Jiangmen, Guangdong Province, South...

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BASF’s Construction Chemicals to Lone Star?

29.11.2019 - BASF is in exclusive talks on the sale of its construction chemicals business with private equity firm Lone Star, according to news agency reports, which said a deal could value...

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BASF Kicks off Latest Chinese Project

25.11.2019 - BASF has broken ground for the first production facilities of its latest mega investment in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China, expected to be worth as much as $10 billion...

Markets & Companies

Chemical Recycling: Racing to Close the Loop

22.11.2019 - In Europe, chemical recycling, also known as feedstock recycling, is the “buzz” phrase of the moment, thanks especially to the EU’s Circular Economy plans that passed all instances...

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BASF invests $4 million in AgVentures II Fund

19.11.2019 - As one of the main participants, BASF Venture Capital has invested $4 million in the first closing of the Brazilian AgVentures II fund managed by São Paulo-based SP Ventures. The...

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Chemetall Completes German Site Expansion

18.11.2019 - Chemetall, the global surface treatment unit of BASF’s coatings division, has inaugurated a new laboratory and office building in Langelsheim, Germany, completing the expansion of...

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BASF Downsizes Executive Board

23.10.2019 - As part of CEO Martin Brudermüller’s ongoing efficiency drive, BASF on Oct. 21 announced plans to reduce the size of its executive board from seven to six seats and redistribute...