Europe
EU brings forward review of 2035 zero-emissions vehicles target
The European Union has set a target of 100% reduction of CO2 emissions for new cars and vans by 2035, which has been taken to mean the end of the internal combustion engine for new vehicles.
EU may list independent Chinese refineries in new Russia sanctions package
The Commission may propose the new package as soon as Friday after an EU delegation returns from sanctions talks in Washington.
Diesel tweaks help truckmakers hit EU climate targets
Heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs)—which are almost entirely diesel-powered—account for a quarter of Europe's road transport emissions.
BASF launches the world’s first thermoplastic polyamide with high water permeability
With the launch of Ultramid® H33 L, BASF is introducing the world’s first thermoplastic polyamide with a high water permeability to the market.
Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities could be a boon for U.S. refiners
Ukrainian attacks have shut down facilities accounting for at least 17% of Russia's oil processing capacity, or 1.1 MMbpd.
Altalto awards Maire engineering study contract for 23,000-tpy sustainable aviation fuel plant
MAIRE announced that NEXTCHEM, through its subsidiary MyRechemical, has been awarded an engineering study contract by Altalto Ltd. based on its proprietary NX Circular gasification and NX CPO technologies for a SAF plant in Immingham, Lincolnshire, UK.
Ukraine imports Indian-origin diesel fuel after loss of key refinery
The loss of Ukrainian oil refineries this summer has forced traders to compensate with imports, purchasing diesel fuel even from India, which imports a significant portion of its crude oil from Russia, an analyst said.
Borealis invests over €100 MM in Austria to expand polymer compounding capabilities
Borealis is strengthening its position as a reliable partner for sustainable, high-performance materials with a major investment at its production location in Schwechat, Austria. The new PP compounding line is expected to begin operations in the second half of 2026.
- Kumho Mitsui Chemicals to increase capacity of MDI production facilities 12/15
- ABS, Eneos, NYK Line and Seacor Holdings launch joint study to develop a methanol marine fuel supply network in the U.S. 12/15
- ENEOS accelerates AI-driven materials discovery of immersion cooling fluids and novel catalysts Using NVIDIA ALCHEMI 12/15
- SAMSUNG E&A wins FEED contract for nearly $5-B SAF plant in the U.S. 12/15
- KBR wins green ammonia project by IGNIS in Spain 12/15
- Phillips 66 announces $2.4-B capital budget for 2026 12/15
