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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2c/42/2c42affbdc6932f5a2fa8393b4fb3824/0131478702v2.jpeg "This is the first commercial partnership to apply generative AI end-to-end to the design of new materials for PFAS remediation. (Source: Kemira)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/42/4d/424d78ed7c10947d632e3415a6afc48d/0131583053v2.jpeg "Evonik has entered into a strategic partnership with the School of Mining at the University of Guanajuato in Mexico to develop next-generation sustainable and lower-toxicity chemical solutions for the mining industry. (Source: Evonik)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f8/29/f8298429c1638b949a6f76346f6709c7/0118701710v2.jpeg "Bosch Industrial Heat will be presenting sustainable steam and heat solutions for global industrial use at the Achema trade fair in Frankfurt, Germany. (Source: Bosch Industriekessel)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/9e/5c/9e5c92d942ed046a27562d6e3d730c92/0103483548.jpeg "It is almost ten metres high and extends over three floors: the world's first multiple dividing wall column is located in the new technical centre at the University of Ulm. (Bild: Eberhardt, kiz Universität Ulm)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/20/36/20366ffa57a841882fd165e4dc885c09/0130491929v2.jpeg "With the US and Israel jointly firing the first shot on Iran, the world is now witnessing major cascading effects—from soaring global oil and gas prices, to industry leaders declaring force majeure, and even predictions that the war could trigger a global economic recession! (Source: © FOYSAL - stock.adobe.com)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/d0/f7/d0f7d560dfce37c8371442d5b6120e3c/0130182478v1.jpeg "The Gelsenkirchen refinery primarily manufactures fuels for vehicles and aircraft, processing roughly 12 million tonnes of crude oil per year. (Source: BP)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/7c/77/7c77e24fdcc9e1511e8e711eff161e28/0130175489v2.jpeg "The milestone confirms the fast pace of development of Eni’s deep water gas projects offshore East Kalimantan. (Source: Unsplash )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/a8/4e/a84e8039a90a5cf4751d01ebcf6ba1a9/0127510172v2.jpeg "After six years, Achemasia, the international trade fair and innovation forum for sustainable chemical production, has returned with renewed vigor, bringing together global expertise, Chinese innovation, and a shared commitment to a greener industrial future—according to the organizers of the fair. (Source:PROCESS China)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/b1/7e/b17ea8c62ccafad1d1fb072d6199bbd6/0118578446.jpeg "“Star in the ring”: Vegapuls 6X radar level sensors are the solution of choice for Renolit for many applications on the way to the perfect plastic product. (Source: © MR Design - stock.adobe.com; Vega)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/6a/7e/6a7e738aac81597b04bae84add8a9077/0131141034v2.jpeg "Construction of the Ta’ziz methanol plant is progressing with completion targeted for 2028. (Source: Adnoc )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/74/a1/74a1f89c92a80489f70daccbe7c26885/0131340042v2.jpeg?v= "Escalating production expenses, surging energy costs, subdued demand, and waning investments leave no doubt – the European chemical industry is in a crisis. (Source: © Grispb - stock.adobe.com)")
CEFIC European Chemical Industry Council
Ave. E. van Nieuwenhuyse 4 ⎢ 1160 Bruxelles ⎢ Belgien ⎢
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/26/0e/260ee8cbbc76b6dcaa4d6221ecb44506/0131014543v2.jpeg?v= "Marco Mensink, Director General of Cefic (Source: Cefic)")
Article | Apr 30, 2026
“If Europe wants a sustainable, resilient and climate neutral chemical industry, competitiveness and transformation must advance together”
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/0f/11/0f11c60729f25db0ca0d301d9d4ca0ee/0130485703v2.jpeg?v= "The signatories of the Joint Biomethane Declaration, leading European industry associations, are calling to scale biomethane as an important building block of the EU’s reindustrialization, energy security, and transition to climate neutrality. (Source: Pixabay)")
Article | Apr 6, 2026
Calling EU Leaders to Accelerate Biomethane Rollout
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/c5/31/c53138f5d5a2be47c6437bff43c22692/0129894265v2.jpeg?v= "Europe’s energy-intensive industries have set out a series of proposals to ensure that the EU’s upcoming Electrification Action Plan delivers on its objectives to stimulate and boost electricity consumption in the industry. (Source: Pixabay)")
Article | Mar 5, 2026
EU Energy-Intensive Industries Demand Affordable Power
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ec/e4/ece471df12b2a2c5beae69c92a21730f/0129469695v2.jpeg?v= "The call was made at the European Industry Summit, which brought together over 500 business leaders, 30 factory workers, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, under the auspices of Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever. (Source: Cefic )")
Article | Feb 12, 2026
EU Leaders Urged to Take Urgent Action to Restore Europe’s Competitiveness
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/41/22/412299226dfb0b70c11970e2f3f339e3/0129131672v2.jpeg?v= "The report underlines the human and economic impact of the ongoing wave of closures. (Source: Pixabay)")
Article | Jan 28, 2026
Chemical Plant Closures Surge Six-Fold in Europe Since 2022: New Report
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/51/45/51458e0ad5dbf7c8a10d7e6248a605a6/0128230272v2.jpeg?v= "The recently published EU Bioeconomy Strategy signals Europe’s intent to lead in sustainable growth and innovation. (Source: Pixabay)")
Article | Nov 30, 2025
Europe to Lead in Sustainable Growth and Innovation: EU Bioeconomy Strategy
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/e2/30/e230ed82b31651c9068df6c6cd5448df/0125584037v2.jpeg?v= "The Chemical Industry Action Plan marks an important and timely first step towards boosting the competitiveness and resilience of the EU chemical industry. (Source: Pixabay)")
Article | Jul 10, 2025
Chemical Industry Action Plan Crucial for Boosting Competitiveness of EU Chemical Sector
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/3a/ed/3aeddee890751a910e2ec1b3dd3b3d46/0122809566v2.jpeg?v= "Starting January 2025, Cefic will hold the secretariat of the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) for a two-year term. (Source: Pixabay)")
Article | Feb 3, 2025
Cefic to Head the International Council of Chemical Associations for Two Years
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f9/46/f9462103c9b1e596d82117eb512337bc/0122753383v2.jpeg?v= "By delving into the current state of the European chemical industry and its competitiveness on the global stage, this report reinforces the Antwerp Declaration through a wealth of data and comparative illustrations. (Source: Pixabay)")