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Eastman now produces dimethylaminopropylamine with enhanced sustainability (DMAPA ES) at its manufacturing site in St. Gabriel, Louisiana. By using renewable raw materials, DMAPA ES helps improve the global warming potential (GWP) up to as much as 50%* for producers of cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB) surfactants in consumer products. “This product exemplifies our commitment to sustainability and innovation,” said Oliwia Roeder, Personal Care Product Manager at Ea

SABIC Agri-Nutrients Company (SABIC AN) participated in the IFA Annual Conference in Monaco from May 12 to 14, where it joined industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to discuss sustainable practices, technological advancements, and investment strategies crucial for securing global food security. This year’s IFA Annual Conference was held under the theme, ‘Investing in the Future of Food.’ Fahad Al-Battar, CEO of SABIC AN, said, “We at

The Chemours Company, a global chemistry company, announced a strategic agreement with DataVolt, a designer, developer, and operator of sustainable digital infrastructure, to further demonstrate and develop advanced liquid cooling solutions for data centers alongside other industry leaders. This collaboration will focus on increasing data center efficiency and sustainability through two-phase direct-to-chip, two-phase immersion cooling, and other innovative solutions. The companies will work

Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, yesterday announced the signing of 34 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements, with a potential total value of approximately $90 billion, with major US companies, through its Aramco Group Companies. The MoUs and agreements cover collaborations and partnerships relating to a range of Aramco’s activities, including Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), fuels, chemicals, emission-reduction technol

TotalEnergies has signed a Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with HitecVision, a Norwegian investment company specializing in energy, for the sale of 50% of Polska Grupa Biogazowa ("PGB") for an enterprise value of €190 million. With 20 units in operation and a production capacity of over 450 GWh of equivalent biomethane, PGB is the leader in biogas in Poland. Founded in 2007 and acquired by TotalEnergies in 2023, PGB operates biogas production units that generate ele

Clariant Adsorbents Brazil has been named the recipient of the Strive 35 – Sustainability Award by ADM, a global leader in innovative solutions from nature. Clariant was one of six suppliers honored across distinct categories, recognized for its alignment with ADM’s Corporate Social Responsibility goals and commitment to sustainable operational practices. Selected from approximately 40,000 global suppliers and 500 strategic partners, Clariant was recognized for deliverin

Fifteen years ago, Eesti Energia - Estonia’s leading energy company - faced a challenge. The decades-old steel cooling water pipes at Narva Power Plants had deteriorated, causing leaks and efficiency losses. To ensure long-term reliability, they needed a modern, high-performance replacement. Their pipe manufacturer Krah Pipes OÜ, a specialist in large-diameter thermoplastic pipes, selected high-density polyethylene (HDPE) spiral-wound pipes made from Borealis BorSafe&trad

Specialty chemicals company LANXESS presented its comprehensive portfolio of flavor and fragrance applications at XXVI FAFAI International Convention & Expo on March 6 and 7 in New Delhi. The Flavors & Fragrances (F&F) business unit showcased its finest aroma chemicals range in Hall 2, booth no: F3-2. At the exhibition, LANXESS displayed its new grades of Kalama® benzyl benzoate, including the Ultrapure Scopeblue® variant, which is ISCC PLUS certified and offers

The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.525 per share for the first quarter of 2025. This dividend will be payable on June 5, 2025 to stockholders of record on May 20, 2025. Westlake announced its first dividend on November 11, 2004 and has successively been paying and increasing its dividend for the past 20 years. The statements in this release that are not historical facts, including statements regarding fu

LyondellBasell (LYB), a global leader in the chemical industry, is excited to announce the addition of a new high-performance LLDPE tie-layer to the Plexar portfolio, Plexar PX3990, that excels in film orientation applications. This innovative tie-layer represents an additional high-performance solution in the LYB comprehensive tie-layer product line. Plexar PX3990 exhibits outstanding processability and adhesion after machine direction orientation (MDO) and further promotes the sus

LyondellBasell, a leader in the global chemical industry, has been honored with the prestigious "Innovation Star Award" by Yanfeng Plastic Omnium (YFPO), China's leading automotive exterior tier-one supplier. The recognition celebrates the successful innovation and commercialization of a comprehensive series of body panel solutions that enhance vehicle performance while advancing sustainability goals for premium OEMs. "This award reflects our team's dedication

Kraton Corporation, a leading global producer of specialty polymers and high-value biobased products derived from pine chemicals, today announced a strategic realignment of its operations to sharpen its focus on core capabilities and accelerate long-term growth. As part of this initiative, the company will exit its Dover, Ohio manufacturing site and transition away from the Dimer and Polyamides business lines. "Our strategy is clear: focus where we have the greatest impact and