ChemBriefEurope’s Chemicals Production Declined 3.2% in Q1 – Cefic
Europe’s chemical output fell 3.2% year-over-year in Q1 per Cefic, with organic basics down 12.7%. Prices rose 0.9% amid weak demand and falling exports.
chemweek · 2026-06-23 00:36 UTC
Europe’s chemical output fell 3.2% year-over-year in Q1 per Cefic, with organic basics down 12.7%. Prices rose 0.9% amid weak demand and falling exports.
Rising energy costs due to the Middle East conflict have prompted EU politicians to improve chemical industry competitiveness. Cefic directors discussed these strategic moves in a recent industry podc
CEFIC welcomed the Critical Chemical Alliance's first general assembly, a key step in implementing the European Commission’s Chemical Industry Action Plan for the sector.
Cefic and ECTA released emission calculation guidance for chemical sector transportation and logistics. The document targets smaller organizations to provide informational support for industry operati