Amanda Joshi

Managing Editor

Amanda Joshi has more than 18 years of experience in business-to-business publishing for both print and digital content. Before joining Chemical Processing, she worked with Manufacturing.net and Electrical Contracting Products. She’s a versatile, award-winning editor with experience in writing and editing technical content, executing marketing strategy, developing new products, attending industry events and developing customer relationships. 

Amanda graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2001 with a B.A. in English and has been an English teacher. She lives in the Chicago suburbs with her husband and daughter, and their mini Aussiedoodle, Riley. In her rare spare time, she enjoys reading, tackling DIY projects, and horseback riding.

BASF to Sell Decorative Paints Business to Sherwin-Williams

Feb. 17, 2025
Part of BASF Coating’s division sells Brazilian production sites and assets for $1.15 billion.

LG Chem Scales Up Bio-Based Acrylic Acid Production

Feb. 17, 2025
With an initial production capacity of 100 metric tons per year, LG Chem plans to accelerate production if demand for eco-friendly raw materials increases.

Scientists Create Green Chemistry Reactor

Feb. 12, 2025
Collaborative study could help pharmaceutical and other industries avoid the need for toxic solvents.

BASF Michigan, Ohio Plants Now Powered by 100% Renewable Electricity

Feb. 12, 2025
Company’s efforts will reduce more than 11,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually.

Nova, DMC Biotechnologies and Shell Make Leadership Moves

Feb. 11, 2025
Shell Canada and DMC name new CEOs, and Nova adds supply chain chief.

Chemical Plant Fire in Pennsylvania Injures 13

Feb. 11, 2025
OSHA to investigate fire and explosion at Parker Lord's Saegertown plant.

Indorama, Kurita, Mitsubishi Announce Business Moves

Feb. 10, 2025
Indorama completed the acquisition of two brands from Cargill, Kurita announced a merger with a sister company, and Mitsubishi signed a collaboration agreement.

BASF, Synthomer Launch ISCC PLUS-Certified Materials

Feb. 10, 2025
Companies make moves on ISCC PLUS targets, introducing sustainable materials for the hygiene market.

Air Products Names New CEO

Feb. 5, 2025
Former Linde executive Eduardo F. Menezes to become CEO after Seifi Ghasemi steps down.

Sasol, Anglo American, De Beers Partner on Renewable Diesel Pilot

Feb. 5, 2025
The companies have partnered to generate feedstock for renewable diesel production in South Africa, aiming to establish a local value chain for sustainable fuels.

Vance, EPA’s Zeldin Visit East Palestine, Ohio

Feb. 4, 2025
The visit coincides with the two-year anniversary of the train derailment that contaminated air, soil and water in the area.

LyondellBasell Locks in Green Energy Prices

Feb. 4, 2025
Company takes another step toward energy transition with new power agreements.

Dow to Cut 1,500 Jobs to Reduce Costs

Feb. 3, 2025
The company said proactive, additional actions will further reduce costs in response to ongoing macroeconomic weakness and support its long-term growth objectives.

Industry Trade Groups Respond to Trump Tariffs

Feb. 3, 2025
Several chemical industry trade groups expressed concern over potential supply chain disruptions and increased operational costs.

SPX FLOW, Siemens Collaborate on Digital Twin Demonstration

Jan. 29, 2025
SPX Flow and Siemens showcase digital twin tech at MxD, demonstrating automated mixing solutions with virtual simulation and industrial 5G connectivity.

New York Awards $1.2M for Clean Hydrogen Projects

Jan. 29, 2025
Four projects will demonstrate new designs for clean hydrogen electrolyzers to lower costs, mitigate supply chain risks and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

Petron Partners with Verdagy on Green Hydrogen Project

Jan. 28, 2025
Verdagy and Petron partner to produce green hydrogen using 320 MW electrolyzers for sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel, targeting major CO2 reduction.

AMP, AHS Rebrand After Merger

Jan. 28, 2025
Newly merged Advanced Material Processing and Automated Handling Solutions announce new brand name, Akona Process Solutions.

The Business Side: AI Collaborations Increase

Jan. 27, 2025
Coperion streamlines U.S. operations while several companies advance AI-powered solutions for asset management and manufacturing optimization.

SOCMA, ACC Applaud New Focus on TSCA Reform

Jan. 22, 2025
A streamlined and efficient review process is critical to fostering innovation, said SOCMA and the American Chemistry Council.

LG Chem Joins Global Impact Coalition

Jan. 22, 2025
As the first Korean company to join the GIC, LG Chem will collaborate with global industry leaders to scale sustainable technologies and explore new circular business models. ...

Trump Day One Executive Orders Reverse Energy Restrictions

Jan. 21, 2025
President Trump’s energy policies included reopening ANWR, ending EV mandates, halting wind leasing and withdrawing from the Paris Agreement.

Evonik to Close Two Silica Plants in North America

Jan. 21, 2025
Plants in New York and Maryland will shut down with production being transferred to other sites.

Messer to Open New Air Separation Unit in Arkansas

Jan. 21, 2025
A new $70-million facility in Berryville will help meet the growing demand for industrial gases in the region.

3M Seeks America's Top Young Scientist

Jan. 20, 2025
3M and Discovery Education open submissions to the 2025 Young Scientist Challenge, a competition for middle school students who use science to solve everyday problems.

DOE Offers $100M For Pilot-Scale Carbon Conversion

Jan. 15, 2025
Funding will help develop sustainable carbon-derived products like fuels, chemicals, building materials, and bioproducts, contributing to reduced carbon emissions and enhanced...

CSB Safety Incident Reports Now Available to Public

Jan. 15, 2025
Volume 1 of the safety incident reports covers accidents in 15 states that resulted in five fatalities, 17 serious injuries, and approximately $700 million in property damage....

EPA Funds 24 Companies $2.4M to Advance Environmental Innovations

Jan. 15, 2025
The awards are part of an annual, two-phase competition for small businesses, many of which are chemical companies, to develop and commercialize environmental technologies.

Germany’s Covestro to Expand U.S. Ohio Plant

Jan. 14, 2025
Multiple new production lines will help meet the growing demand for polycarbonate material solutions in the United States.

Bayer, Neste to Collaborate on Developing Feedstocks for Renewable Fuels

Jan. 13, 2025
Bayer will launch its winter canola product in 2027 as a biomass-based feedstock.