Industry News

June 18, 2025
The agency plans a 30-month review of regulations enacted under the Biden administration, citing concerns the ban was excessive and didn't consider alternative safety measures...
June 18, 2025
INEOS closing German phenol plant citing energy costs, carbon dioxide taxes.
June 17, 2025
Lawsuits accused oil companies of damaging coastal wetlands by dredging canals and leaving behind pollution.
June 17, 2025
Department of Energy researchers created a highly selective catalyst that uses light to transform carbon dioxide into formate, avoiding unwanted byproducts that plague existing...
June 16, 2025
Latest discovery could attract more oil companies to a little-explored area, leading to a "second renaissance."
June 16, 2025
The leak released 3,000 gallons of anhydrous nitric acid, which became a plume of nitric oxide gas and prompted an evacuation.
June 13, 2025
The blowout, which lasted five days, sent about 20,000 barrels of water and 5,000 barrels of hydrocarbons into the air.
June 11, 2025
Engineering work is underway for the first commercial deployment of the membrane-based separation process following a successful pilot.
June 11, 2025
Industry experts warn that eliminating the Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board would remove a crucial tool for preventing plant disasters, despite the agency's modest...
June 10, 2025
Blom will oversee efforts to scale Chemours’ liquid-cooling technologies for broader industrial and data center use.
June 10, 2025
The all-cash deal adds pumps, gas compressors and aftermarket revenue to Honeywell's energy and sustainability business.
June 9, 2025
A lifecycle assessment shows the process could match other green-hydrogen technologies in emissions while enabling localized, on-demand production.
June 9, 2025
Company plans to more than double production capacity within two years.
June 6, 2025
A total of $3.7 billion in grants for carbon capture and decarbonization projects across the country have been pulled.
June 6, 2025
LyondellBasell sells four European olefins plants to AEQUITA in strategic transformation.
June 4, 2025
The combined company will have a global installed base of over 5.5 million assets across more than 50 countries.
June 4, 2025
The CSB issued seven recommendations aimed at improving process safety across parent company HEF Groupe’s operations.
June 3, 2025
Plant will process nearly 40,000 EV batteries a year.
June 3, 2025
Eastman's molecular recycling technology processes 110,000 metric tons annually in Tennessee, with global expansion planned despite losing DOE funding for a Texas plant.
June 2, 2025
Despite profit forecasts, executives cite structural problems forcing supply chain overhauls and delayed green investments.
June 2, 2025
The two chemical companies are restructuring core operations to sharpen their focus on green growth and supply chain resilience.
May 30, 2025
Facing financial pressure, Chevron plans to trim total workforce by 20 percent.
May 30, 2025
Separate incidents at Honeywell and Bio-Lab facilities exposed gaps in safety systems, equipment integrity and chemical storage practices.
May 28, 2025
Three separate acquisitions across the polymer, specialty chemical and digital services sectors signal continued alignment of capabilities and expansion strategies.
May 28, 2025
CSB urges stronger regulations after a 2020 chemical explosion at a West Virginia toll facility killed one and caused over $33 million in damage.
May 27, 2025
An explosion at Youdao Chemical Co. in Shandong, China, has killed at least 5, injured 19 and 6 are reported missing.
May 27, 2025
The deal adds nearly 2,000 catalyst specialists to Honeywell’s workforce and reportedly strengthens its ability to support low-emission fuel production across global markets.
May 21, 2025
The appointments aim to boost real-time industrial intelligence and expand support for manufacturing, energy and power sectors.
May 21, 2025
Four workers reportedly hospitalized after a Level 3 chlorine leak at Olin’s Plant B in Freeport, Texas.
May 20, 2025
Recent activity in the chemical manufacturing sector includes rebranding efforts and a strategic acquisition aimed at expanding capabilities and improving operational efficiency...
May 20, 2025
BioLab announces the decision to halt manufacturing at its Conyers facility following a fire incident. The nearby distribution center will continue operations.
May 19, 2025
The 2025 Jesse H. Neal Awards honor excellence in business media.
May 19, 2025
The awards honor products and services that have significantly improved the operation and economics of chemical plants.
May 16, 2025
Trump EPA gutting limits on certain forever chemicals, delaying deadline to reduce others.
May 14, 2025
ACD summit presses lawmakers on CFATS reauthorization and trade programs as supply chain challenges mount.
May 14, 2025
The new grades are ISCC+ certified and available in bulk as direct substitutes for conventional ammonia.
May 13, 2025
Chloroprene rubber production in Louisiana has been halted indefinitely due to operating challenges and market conditions.
May 13, 2025
New Jersey settlement signals growing legal and remediation pressures tied to PFAS liabilities for chemical plants, especially those handling legacy materials.
May 12, 2025
Evonik Q1 profit jumps 49% on strong animal nutrition sales, steady costs; 2025 outlook holds amid rising global risks and slowing demand.
May 12, 2025
Lutz-Jesco, Datacor, and Aster Chemical make strategic moves to boost manufacturing tech, digital tools and regional production capacity.