BASF rebranded its Environmental Catalysts and Metal Solutions unit to Metivo during New York Platinum Week, advancing its independent business strategy. Specializing in emission catalysts and preciou
Record heat and drought in Europe are disrupting energy, agriculture, and chemical logistics, threatening GDP growth. Major firms like BASF and nuclear plants face production cuts due to low river lev
Extreme heat and record low river levels in Europe have disrupted chemical logistics, forcing firms like BASF and Lanxess to declare force majeure on products. Nuclear power facilities across the EU h
Major chemical companies like BASF and DuPont are accelerating strategic asset divestitures to focus on high-growth sectors. Industry reports indicate a 28% year-over-year increase in such transaction
Major industrial firms including SSAB and BASF warn that proposed EU reforms to the emissions trading system could undermine low-carbon investments by rewarding high-emission rivals. The debate highli
BASF announced it will close its expandable polystyrene (EPS) production unit in Ulsan, South Korea, by mid-June as part of a global layout optimization strategy. The move addresses regional oversuppl
BASF CFO states no major supply disruptions despite Gulf conflict, though growth projections are too optimistic due to rising raw material prices. Price hikes on naphtha and gas will impact second-qua
BASF is selling hydrosulfite-related assets, including intellectual property, production equipment, and trademarks, to Silox.
BASF completed the sale of its optical brightening agent business to ICIG's Catexel at the end of February. Around 80 employees were transferred to Catexel as part of the divestment transaction.
BASF is evaluating strategic options for its TrinamiX subsidiary, including potential divestitures of business units and management board changes as part of a broader restructuring effort.
BASF will sell its optical brightening agent business to ICIG’s Catexel, with the transaction closing in Q1 2026. This divestment impacts BASF's care chemicals portfolio.
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