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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
BASF has appointed global coordinators including Citi and Goldman Sachs for the potential IPO of its Agricultural Solutions unit by mid-2027. The move is part of CEO Markus Kamieth's broader restructu
US Chemical Week released its 2026 Chemical Industry Billion-Dollar Club rankings, with BASF retaining the top spot despite rising competition from Chinese state-owned enterprises. Revenue remained fl
AGC, BASF, and Anupam Rasayan announced new chemical production projects in Asia, including cosmetic silica and hydrofluoric acid facilities. Investments and capacities vary, with key completions targ
European nations urge the EU to impose import safeguards on chemicals and plastics to protect domestic industries from surging Chinese imports amid a severe sector crisis. Major players like BASF face
BASF confirmed Cheniere Energy has commissioned its Durasorb LNG MAX adsorption technology at the Corpus Christi LNG facility in Texas. The company plans to complete installation across remaining liqu
The 2026 International CCUS Technology Conference opened in Astana with over 230 delegates from global governments and enterprises. Key industry players like Sinopec and BASF emphasized collaboration
BASF's Plantapon Amino ASP surfactant received the 2026 Junges Technology Innovation Award for its sustainable amino acid technology. The product provides efficient cleaning and energy-saving benefits
India targets a $1 trillion chemical industry by 2040, backed by government policies on industrial parks and tax incentives. Despite support from global majors like BASF and Dow, challenges persist re
BASF plans to invest over €100 million to upgrade its railway logistics hub at the Ludwigshafen petrochemical base, supported by a €51 million German government subsidy. The project aims to enhance tr
Extreme European heat disrupts logistics and production for chemicals, agriculture, and food firms like BASF and Bayer, driving investment toward climate resilience solutions.
BASF inaugurated a new Superabsorbent Resin and diaper performance laboratory in Mumbai to enhance technical services and innovation for global customers. The facility operates within the Asia-Pacific
BASF and AdvanSix announced price hikes for nylon and caprolactam amid supply chain disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Analysts warn prolonged geopolitical tensions may sustain shortages de
ICIS Europe's weekly report covers PET market logistics, tight DEG supply, BASF's €100M rail investment, Tioxide's TiO2 plant restart, and shifting naphtha versus LPG cracker margins.
Global chemical leaders like BASF and LG Chem are maintaining high R&D spending and adopting AI for material innovation despite market downturns. Strategic restructuring aims to boost efficiency and a
BASF and NEO Corporate have formed a strategic partnership to co-develop innovative personal care formulas and ingredients. The alliance combines BASF's scientific capabilities with NEO Corporate's ma
BASF plans to invest over €100 million to upgrade rail logistics at its Ludwigshafen petrochemical hub, backed by €51 million in federal funding. The expansion aims to enhance supply chain efficiency
BASF inaugurated a new hygiene solutions lab in Mumbai, India, specializing in diapers and superabsorbents. The facility supports global customers with over 30 testing methods and collaborates with th
BASF announced an 8-cent/lb price increase for caprolactam and nylon 6 products in North America effective September 1, citing global market volatility. This follows similar moves by competitor AdvanS
BASF reduced its Ludwigshafen workforce below 30,000 for the first time since 1954 during restructuring. Low Rhine water levels continue to challenge chemical makers, alongside Khartis Therapeutics' r
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
Global fine chemical markets see concentrated price hikes across VC, MDI, TDI, and carbon black due to supply constraints and rising costs. Major producers like BASF and Wanhua raised prices as supply
BASF plans to invest millions in a new climate center at its German headquarters, completing construction by mid-2027. The facility aims to strengthen R&D and regulatory capabilities for global crop p
Record-low Rhine River levels are disrupting shipping, forcing major chemical and industrial firms like BASF and Covestro to shift logistics to rail and road. The crisis threatens supply chains for ke
Historic low water levels on the Danube and Rhine have forced nuclear plant shutdowns and compelled BASF to cut production. This climate crisis disrupts European energy security and chemical supply ch
Japan’s Eneos plans to acquire TPC and the FDA approved a melanoma drug, while major chemical makers like BASF reported soaring Q2 profits driven by Middle East supply disruptions.
European drought has critically lowered Rhine and Danube levels, disrupting logistics and forcing BASF to declare force majeure. Supply chains for energy, chemicals, and agricultural goods now face su
Major producers including Wanhua, BASF, and Huntsman raised MDI and TDI prices due to supply constraints from plant maintenance. Despite volatile oil markets, the polyurethane raw material sector rema
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
BASF declared force majeure on European surfactant products due to critically low Rhine water levels causing logistical bottlenecks and raw material shortages. The disruption remains in effect until f
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