Industry News

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.

Chinese Chemical Plants Close Early as Trade Tensions Mount

Jan. 27, 2025
Threat of U.S. tariffs ripples through global markets as manufacturers shut down ahead of Lunar New Year; Canada's $25 billion chemical trade with the United States hangs in balance...

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.

Two Former American Chemistry Council Employees Appointed to EPA

Jan. 24, 2025
Industry insiders return to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, signaling potential shifts in regulations.

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.

Plug Power Secures $1.66B Federal Loan for Green Hydrogen Projects

Jan. 20, 2025
The Department of Energy funding will support up to six U.S. facilities, starting with a wind-powered plant in Texas, as the fuel cell developer expands its hydrogen production...

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.

PCB Lawsuits Threaten Bayer's Future

Jan. 17, 2025
Bayer faces mounting legal pressure as $100 million PCB verdict adds to billions in environmental lawsuit costs.

American Chemistry Council Backs Zeldin to Lead EPA

Jan. 17, 2025
ACC’s Jahn says group would work with new agency head to adopt ‘science-based’ policies.

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.

Ineos CEO: UK Chemical Industry Near ‘Extinction’ as Company Closes Last Ethanol Plant

Jan. 14, 2025
CEO Jim Ratcliffe warns sector is on life support as high energy costs and carbon taxes force shutdown of Scotland facility, highlighting broader challenges facing British manufacturing...

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.

DOE, EPA Awards $6M to 3 Companies Developing Advanced Biofuels

Jan. 13, 2025
Funding the projects will support research to improve performance and reduce costs of high-impact biofuel production technologies.

ORNL Researchers Crack DRM Limitations

Jan. 10, 2025
New Oak Ridge National Laboratory catalyst enables efficient methane-to-syngas conversion without rapid deactivation.

New CSB Safety Video Explains 2020 Fire and Toxic Gas Release at Bio-Lab Facility

Jan. 8, 2025
The incident in Westlake, Louisiana occurred when damage caused by Hurricane Laura left chemicals exposed to the weather.

SICK and Endress+Hauser Launch Strategic Partnership

Jan. 8, 2025
Collaboration is designed to enhance support in increasing plant efficiency, protecting the environment and reducing the processing industry’s carbon footprint.

EPA Fines Borealis Compounds $450K for Chemical Safety Violations

Jan. 7, 2025
Borealis has committed to full compliance with TSCA and related regulations moving forward.

Utility to Support South Korea’s Green Energy Investments

Jan. 7, 2025
Utility will implement its hydrogen reactor plants in seven GH EnA projects in South Korea.

MIT Spinoff Turns Automotive Engines into Modular Chemical Plants

Jan. 6, 2025
Novel approach places repurposed engines next to methane sources to generate greener methanol and other chemicals.

EPA Adds More PFAS to Toxic Release Inventory Reporting Requirements

Jan. 6, 2025
Facilities subject to TRI reporting for the nine added chemicals should begin tracking their activities.

E-waste Gold Transforms Carbon Dioxide

Jan. 3, 2025
Cornell team extracts gold from e-waste to convert CO2 efficiently.

Chemists Create Eco-Friendly Chlorination Method

Jan. 3, 2025
Process uses light-activated catalysts and eliminates the need for harsh chemicals and high temperatures.

1984 Chemical Plant Leak Still Causing Concern

Dec. 18, 2024
BASF may be on the hook for Ciba-Geigy Corp.’s 1984 chemical leak. A 2022 settlement would force BASF to pay $500,000 as part of larger efforts to restore the land and mandate...

EPA Targets PFAS Contamination with Comprehensive Data Collection Effort

Dec. 17, 2024
New 30-day public comment period seeks insights on industrial wastewater discharges from key sectors to develop science-based strategies for limiting harmful chemical pollution...

Teijin Group, Circularise to Partner on Supply Chain Traceability

Dec. 17, 2024
Partnership aims to enhance the traceability of high-performance materials in a circular economy.

Texas AG Sues Chemical Giants Over Alleged 'Forever Chemicals' Deception

Dec. 16, 2024
Lawsuit targets 3M, Corteva and DuPont for allegedly hiding health risks of PFAS in household products for decades.

BASF Opens Catalyst Research Center to Accelerate Green Technology Innovation

Dec. 16, 2024
The company’s new Ludwigshafen facility aims to speed up catalyst development and support global customers' green transformation efforts.

Exxon Mobil Plans to Build a Natural Gas Power Plant to Supply Electricity to Data Centers

Dec. 13, 2024
Exxon plans to outfit the power plant with technology to capture and store more than 90% of its emissions of carbon dioxide.

Study: Plastics Harbor Nearly Half of Known Breast Cancer-Linked Chemicals

Dec. 13, 2024
Report IDs 414 breast cancer-relevant chemicals in plastic materials; researchers urge global action to reduce risks through chemical regulation and waste reduction.

Aramco Collaborates On Carbon Emission Reduction Projects

Dec. 11, 2024
Company’s collaborations include developments for new carbon capture technology and a major carbon capture and storage hub to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions.

The Business Side: It’s Awards Season

Dec. 11, 2024
Busch Group, HRS Heat Exchangers, LyondellBasell and INNIO Group earn accolades for their sustainability work.

Chemical Safety Board Warns: Winterize or Risk Disaster

Dec. 10, 2024
Federal agency highlights critical need for chemical facilities to prepare for extreme cold, prevent potentially catastrophic incidents this winter.

Air Liquide Wins $115M Grant for Renewable Hydrogen Plant in Belgium

Dec. 10, 2024
European Commission backs project to produce low-carbon hydrogen using ammonia, targeting major industrial sectors and transportation.

EPA Chemical Review Rule Sparks Industry Pushback

Dec. 9, 2024
ACC warns new regulations will stifle innovation and delay critical technology development.

EPA Bans TCE and PCE, Solvents Linked to Cancer Risks

Dec. 9, 2024
Federal regulators to phase out trichloroethylene and perchloroethylene over time.

U.S. Treasury Unveils Clean Energy Tax Credit Rules

Dec. 6, 2024
Clean energy rules boost project development

BASF and Celanese Lauded for “Inspiring the Power of Good”

Dec. 6, 2024
The 2024 AIChE Gala celebrates research that drives innovation for the benefit of society.

EPA Eliminates Chemical Safety Review Exemptions for PFAS

Dec. 4, 2024
New rule ensures full safety reviews for all new PFAS and toxic chemicals, closing loopholes that previously allowed expedited manufacturing approvals.

CSB Shares Investigation Update on Bio-Lab Toxic Gas Release

Dec. 4, 2024
The resulting plumes contained chlorine and other hazardous substances that caused significant offsite impacts.

The Business Side: Hexion, ABB and Siemens Report Acquisitions

Dec. 4, 2024
The latest business moves aim to expand industry offerings in AI technology, NEMA vertical pump motors and high-pressure fire suppression technology.

DuPont Loses Bid to Seal PFAS Contamination Lawsuit Documents

Dec. 3, 2024
Federal judge rejects company's second attempt to keep river pollution materials confidential, citing public’s right to know.

Arkema Buys Dow's $250M Packaging Adhesives Business

Dec. 3, 2024
French chemical firm expands Bostik segment, expects $30M EBITDA synergies by 2029.

Trump's Proposed 25% Tariffs Threaten Canadian Chemical Industry's Growth

Dec. 2, 2024
Canada's chemical shipments forecast to grow 1%-4% in 2025, but U.S. tariffs and upcoming elections could disrupt industry projections.

Plastics Treaty Talks Stall, Another Negotiation Round Planned

Dec. 2, 2024
Global efforts to combat plastic pollution reach an impasse, with critical disagreements blocking a final agreement.