Industry News

Feb. 28, 2025

Braskem faces continuing challenges from a prolonged petrochemical downturn and increased imports.

Evonik Building Pilot Plant for Membranes Used in Green Hydrogen Production

Feb. 26, 2025

Pilot plant for production of anion exchange membranes in Germany to begin operations near year end.

Air Products Cancels Three U.S.-Based Projects

Feb. 26, 2025

Planned hydrogen production facility among the projects the company will scrap.

Origin Materials Launches Commercial Production of PET Bottle Caps in Michigan

Feb. 25, 2025

Company expects to produce ‘hundreds of millions’ of caps annually at Reed City facility.

BASF India Breaks Ground on New Cellasto Plant

Feb. 25, 2025

Expansion aims to boost production capacity of noise-reducing polyurethane components for automotive and industrial applications.

KSU Offers Advanced Manufacturing Courses

Feb. 24, 2025

The short courses were designed to meet industry demand for training.

Citgo Settles More Than 200 Alleged Violations at Louisiana Refinery

Feb. 24, 2025

Petrochemical company agreed to a $160,000 fine to settle violations related to air emissions and other issues at its oil refinery in Lake Charles.

20 States Challenge Climate Change Superfund Act

Feb. 21, 2025

Lawsuit contends that legislation ignores the direct culprit for carbon emissions — consumers — and targets processing facilities.

Ethylene Oxide: ‘Save A Lot of CO2 And A Lot of Money’

Feb. 21, 2025

Nickel-silver catalyst makes toxic chemical production safer, greener.

ACC Applauds Introduction of the No IRIS Act

Feb. 19, 2025

Association lauds act as a landmark step toward promoting sound science and advancing U.S. competitiveness.

Houston’s Oldest Refinery to Shut Down, Signaling Industry Shift

Feb. 19, 2025

LyondellBasell’s Houston refinery, in operation for over a century, is closing due to high maintenance costs and shifting market dynamics.

Wood to Operate Pilot Carbon Capture Plant in Wyoming

Feb. 18, 2025

The plant captures up to 150 tons of carbon dioxide emissions per day.

U.S. Chemical Safety Board Receives YouTube Award

Feb. 18, 2025

The agency’s safety video channel has more than 360,000 subscribers.

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.

Chevron Announces Job Cuts; Impact on Permian Basin Uncertain

Feb. 14, 2025

The company plans to eliminate 15% to 20% of its global workforce by the end of 2026.

Louisiana's Chemical, Oil Refining Ops on Task Force List for Fence-Line Air Monitors

Feb. 14, 2025

Industry groups argued the monitors would be redundant and could produce data that would be misinterpreted by the public.

Understand Key Updates to the Hazard Communication Standard

Feb. 14, 2025

HazCom 2024 introduced changes across multiple facets of the standard.

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.

EPA Confirms New Boss Lee Zeldin

Jan. 31, 2025

Before leading the EPA, Zeldin served in the U.S. House of Representatives. Here’s how he voted for the environment and industry.

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