Chemicals for the 21st Century
Despite setbacks and skepticism, the renewables journey shows that aligning business and environmental sustainability remains possible, even amid economic headwinds and shifting global dynamics.
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Resilient Industry Adapts to Challenges
SOCMA’s 2026 Contract Manufacturing Outlook shows a resilient, innovative specialty chemical sector, with SMBs driving agility amid tariffs, regulatory complexity, and global uncertainty.
Sustainability in Chemical Logistics
Climate Action as Part of Corporate Responsibility
Bridging the Sim2Real Gap in Materials
Dunia Innovations Merges AI and Robotics to Accelerate Real-World Materials Discovery
Collaborating Towards Net-Zero
Europe’s petrochemical sector plays a vital role in achieving climate neutrality.
Unlocking New Growth Opportunities
The Acquisition of Czech-based MCE Pharma Marks a Strategic Step for Brenntag.
Turning Insights into Action
Driving Smart Growth: How Azelis is Redefining Chemical Distribution through Digital Transformation
Fueling Breakthroughs: The Supply Chain Secret Behind Scalable Scientific Discovery
Technical Expertise and Versatility of Specialty Chemicals to Meet Every Research and Commercial Challenge
A Balanced Model for the Future of Life Sciences
Following the acquisition of MCE Pharma Brenntag is building a unique position in both traditional pharma and biopharma.
ECA Foundation Aims to Become Largest Pharma Association for GMP/GDP Compliance
The ECA Foundation, one of the most important not-for-profit organizations for regulatory expertise in the pharmaceutical industry, aims to become the largest independent GMP/GDP organization in the world.
Pharma 4.0—the Key Enabler for Successful Digital Transformation in Pharma
Part 3: Seven Theses for successful Digitalization in Pharma
Lead or Lag: Europe’s AI Materials Race
How AI and Robotics are reshaping the race for materials discovery.
Pharma 4.0 — the Key Enabler for Successful Digital Transformation in Pharma
Part 2: Digital transformation - 10 Years after the Start of Pharma 4.0
20 Years of CHEManager International
Incredible but true: CHEManager International is celebrating its 20th anniversary!
Pharma 4.0 – the Key Enabler for Successful Digital Transformation in Pharma
Part 1: Building a Business Case for Pharma 4.0
Precise Temperature Control for Accurate Measurement Technology
Precise fluid analysis under real-world conditions – accurate temperature control is the key to reliable measurement results.
Turning Water into Fuel
Elementarhy uses a revolutionary plasma technology, positioning it as a leader in supplying cost-efficient and scalable Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs) to electrolyzer manufacturers.
Resilience in a World of Uncertainty
The Future of the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
Driving Change Across the Industry
Christene Smith from CHEManager speaks with Christine Bunte, Managing Director of Plastics Europe Deutschland, and Miriam Olivi, President of Women in Plastics Italy.
Back to Basics for Chemical Suppliers
Chemical customers are willing to pay a premium if their product and service needs are fully met, presenting an opportunity for suppliers to strengthen relationships and generate new value.
Performance Improvement in Pharmaceuticals Operations
The pharmaceutical industry has faced significant margin pressures due to rising energy costs, inflation, and geopolitical disruptions.
For the Challenges of E-Mobility and Sustainability
Advanced additives for engineering plastics allow compounders to produce materials with properties that significantly exceed previous performance limits.
US Tariffs Fatal for European Pharma
Trump's tariff policy is a considerable burden and a break with previous practice.
Bringing Biocatalytic Processes from Early Idea to Industrial Scale
Aminoverse enables players in the chemical industry to onboard more cost-efficient and sustainable manufacturing by delivering the right enzyme and process.
Plastics and the Value Of Sustainability
How designers can help make sustainable materials both attractive and desirable, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among industry professionals to create a new aesthetic language for sustainability.
Smart Capacity Planning for Pharma & Biotech Company
How pharma & biotech company transformed warehouse capacity planning for strategic growth
Digital-enabled Value Creation in the Chemical Industry
Digital tools increase the efficiency of the chemical industry when combined with proven methods in a targeted manner. Focusing on benefits rather than trends ensures genuine performance improvement.
Advanced Intermediates in Pharmaceutical Production
The pharmaceutical industry is evolving due to new regulations and technological developments. Distributors like Biesterfeld play a central role in supporting manufacturers in their daily operations.
Beacons of the Start-up Scene, part 5: MIR Insight
Tapping into Future-oriented Synergies of Data Analysis in the Materials Sector
Bottleneck Factors in E-Kerosene Production
A new study analyzes the material requirements for synthetic kerosene.
M&A in the Chemical Industry
Navigating Uncertainty While Unlocking Strategic Opportunities
ISPE Good Practice Guide: Validation 4.0
The Validation 4.0 Guide provides a comprehensive approach to ensuring product quality and patient safety throughout a pharmaceutical product's lifecycle.
Rugged Tablets: How to Successfully Digitize Hazardous Areas
Digital processes in hazardous areas? Durabook's rugged tablets are ATEX-certified for industrial use.
The Discussions are Constructive
Consultations on PFAS restriction in the EU are making progress.
