Madoqua Power2X has selected KBR’s K-Green technology for its green ammonia project in Sines, Portugal. Under the terms of the contract, KBR will provide technology license, proprietary engineering design and equipment, and catalyst solutions for the project.

BASF has invested a hefty double-digit million-euro amount to develop a new fermentation plant for biological and biotechnology-based crop protection products at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany.

Clariant has plans to take over the leading provider of high value ingredients for the cosmetics and personal care industry Lucas Meyer Cosmetics from International Flavors & Fragrances. The deal is expected to strengthen Clariant’s position as a specialty chemical company and its footprint in North America.

A new PC App has been introduced by Testa Analytical for further simplifying the usage of its Solvent Line Monitor device. Easy configuration of the device is possible with this app which helps users to set the required level of sensitivity for monitoring for the presence of undissolved gas bubbles that can affect the accuracy of reagent dispensing pumps.

Evonik holds a 55 % share in the newly formed joint venture in China while Shandong Vland Biotech holds the remaining stake. With the joint venture, both the firms aim to expand their presence in the global gut health solutions products markets.

Maag Group has announced the appointment of Paul Merich, former Vice President Maag APAC, as incoming VP/GM for Maag Americas while Aaron Kong, GM of Maag China will be succeeding Merich.

Fluid Components International’s ST75 Series Flow Meter is a remote mountable solution that can be used for small line processes in hazardous or hard-to-reach locations. It proves beneficial across diverse industries such as specialty chemicals, chillers, electric power generation, food/beverage, manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.

One of the greatest challenges in industry is the radical transformation towards a circular economy that relies on electricity and is at least partially self-sufficient. Examples of potential optimizations range from production, through logistics, to office buildings. WAGO, an international company headquartered in Minden, has pursued this path over the last several years for itself and with its clients. However, what was a natural, evolutionary process has been intensely accelerated by the current crises.

CPHI Frankfurt which was recently held at Messe Frankfurt, Germany in November 2022 witnessed an impressive footfall with 40,405 executives from 167 countries visiting the pharma tradeshow. With these numbers, the event is said to have returned to pre-pandemic strength.

The clinical research organization Emmes has appointed Ching Tian as its new chief innovation officer to accelerate innovation. She will be responsible for integrating technology and processes that strengthen future clinical trials.