ICIS reports AI-driven semiconductor demand boosts Asian electronic chemical markets, prompting firms like Mitsubishi Chemical to shift from bulk to specialty production.
Mitsubishi Chemical will construct a new Kitakyushu facility to produce ultra-high purity colloidal silica by October 2028, targeting semiconductor polishing demands driven by AI and data center expan
Mitsubishi Chemical plans to construct a new ultrahigh-purity colloidal silica production facility in Japan, commencing operations in October 2028. The project aims to meet rising semiconductor demand
Mitsubishi Chemical is restructuring its petrochemicals business via capacity consolidation and exiting its Taiwan MMA joint venture to become a Green Specialty Company. The strategy targets five high
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical signed an MoU with Gold Hydrogen to assess green methanol production using natural hydrogen in South Australia, aiming to establish a zero-emission methanol value chain.
Three new M&A transactions were announced for the week ending June 15, down from six previously. Mitsui Chemicals led notable deals as year-to-date values rose despite volume declines compared to 2025
Mitsui Chemicals plans to expand MR resin eyeglass lens production at its Omuta plant, with new equipment running by mid-2029. The move targets strong demand in China and the US, maintaining its globa
Mitsui Chemicals plans to expand production capacity for high refractive-index ophthalmic lens materials at its Omuta plant, with commercial operations starting in the first half of 2029. The move add
Mitsubishi Chemical Group is restructuring its MMA and PMMA businesses amid deteriorating market conditions from Chinese capacity expansion. It also evaluates spinning off its basic chemicals unit whi
Mitsubishi Chemical leads a nine-firm consortium in a feasibility study for a post-consumer plastic recycling hub, backed by Japanese government funding to stabilize automotive supply chains through 2
Mitsubishi Chemical Group plans to spin off its petrochemical business by fiscal 2027, merging operations with Mitsui Chemicals and Asahi Kasei while consolidating ethylene production capacity in Japa
Mitsubishi Chemical Group plans to spin off its basic chemicals business by March 2028 to boost competitiveness amidst declining demand. This strategic move supports industry restructuring, including
Mitsubishi Chemical will exit its biodegradable plastic business, halting Thai production by December 2025 amid fierce competition. The company expects 10 billion yen in costs, split between the 2026
Asahi Kasei, Mitsui Chemicals, and Mitsubishi Chemical have finalized the equity structure for their ethylene joint venture, with Mitsui and Mitsubishi each holding 45%. The agreement paves the way fo
Japanese chemical giants reported mixed 2025 fiscal results while pivoting from commodities to high-value materials. Asahi Kasei and Mitsui Chemicals saw profits rise on growth sectors, whereas Mitsub
Mitsui Chemicals' Basic & Green Materials unit reported a widened operating loss of ¥18.4 billion in FY2025 driven by weak demand and low plant rates. Restructuring measures aim to narrow losses to ¥3
Mitsubishi Chemical Group revised its UK EVOH project investment plan due to cost overruns and delays, pushing operations to fiscal 2027. Consequently, the company will record an impairment loss of ap
Mitsui Chemicals expanded its ISCC PLUS-certified product line to 50 items at its Nagoya plant in Japan. This initiative supports sustainable supply chain standards for their chemical manufacturing op
Mitsubishi Chemical plans to exit its Taiwan methyl methacrylate (MMA) joint venture with CPDC, citing intensified competition from capacity expansions in mainland China.
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical plans to close its 120,000 mt/y polycarbonate plant in Kashima, Japan, by March 2028. This shutdown marks a significant reduction in regional production capacity.
Mitsubishi Chemical and Mitsui Chemicals reduced steam cracker runs in Japan, impacting ethylene production. This operational adjustment affects regional supply chains for key petrochemical feedstocks
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical halted methanol shipments from Saudi Arabia amid regional tensions, while backup procurement aims to secure Japan's supply following the reported closure of the Strait of Hormu
Mitsui Chemicals pilots an AI agent for chemical literature review, cutting research time by 80%. This efficiency gain targets accelerated R&D workflows within the chemical industry.
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical cancels its Rotterdam MXDA project citing cost and market challenges. Equipment removal and site closure are scheduled by 2029.
Konishi is acquiring Mitsubishi Chemical's synthetic resin and acrylic emulsion businesses, with the deal scheduled to complete in December 2026.
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical swung to a loss following an asset write-down driven by a sharp decline in methanol market prices during the fiscal first nine months ended December 31.
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical executed Japan's first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering operation utilizing biomethanol fuel at Yokohama port.
Mitsubishi Chemical will exit its coke and carbon material businesses due to global oversupply, projecting an 85 billion yen loss with production ending in late 2027. Carbon fiber and negative electro
Mitsubishi Chemical reported a surge in net profit but lowered its outlook due to restructuring costs. Losses in its basic materials and polymers division contracted during the fiscal first nine month
Mitsui Chemicals reported declining profits and widened losses during the first nine months of the fiscal year, driven by lower prices and reduced sales in its basic and green materials segments.
Mitsubishi Chemical will cease production of coke and carbon materials by H2 FY2027, incurring a projected $549 million loss.
Mitsui Chemicals expands Chiba Port operations to address driver shortages and reduce emissions, slashing greenhouse gas output and driver hours.
Mitsubishi Chemical Group plans to transfer its venture capital business to a subsidiary. The company split is scheduled to become effective in April.
Asahi Kasei, Mitsui Chemicals, and Mitsubishi Chemical signed a basic agreement to form a joint venture consolidating two western Japan ethylene plants, reducing capacity while launching a decarboniza
Mitsui Chemicals launched a proprietary digital procurement platform to enhance supply chain risk management and disaster preparedness. The initiative aims to mitigate potential disruptions within the
Mitsui Chemicals' CEO announced strategic shifts to enhance competitiveness via business separation and growth investments amidst global and environmental challenges.
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical confirmed that its methanol operations in Venezuela remain unaffected by the ongoing US military situation. Production and shipping continue safely with no harm reported to emp
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