Yara and Petrobras have entered into a non-binding Master Agreement following a MOU which was signed between both the firms in early 2024. With this move, the companies will jointly finalize the analysis on the potential synergies between their operations, to increase efficiencies in the local fertilizer and industrial products market.

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An Industrial AI global research study carried out by Honeywell has revealed that majority of the sector is uncovering unexpected new use cases for AI. It also mentions that the technology enhances workforce productivity, flexibility, and safety.

Merck has plans to sell its surface solutions business unit to Global New Material International Holdings for 665 million euros. With this move, Merck will use the net proceeds from the divestment to further strengthen its strategic core businesses.

The European Commission has officially notified Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies’ ‘Green Hydrogen@Blue Danube’ project for the Important Projects of Common European Interest (IPCEI). The project utilizes the LOHC benzyltoluene for safe and efficient transportation of green hydrogen to industrial off-takers in the region.

BASF has plans to sell its flocculants business for mining applications to Solenis. With this divestment, BASF aims to focus on core strategic areas.

AFC Energy has designed, built and commissioned the cracker demonstration plant which will deliver 140 tonnes of fuel cell grade hydrogen per annum. The demonstration is claimed to be the world’s largest ‘ammonia to hydrogen’ modular cracker demonstration in operation.

Under the terms of the 7-year Biomethane Purchase Agreement, Engie will supply BASF with 2.7 to 3.0 terawatt hours of biomethane. With this move, BASF aims to reduce its carbon footprint.

Worley has been selected by Rock Tech Lithium as its EPCM partner for developing Europe's First Lithium Converter in Guben, Germany. On completion, the project is expected to have a capacity of 24,000 tons of lithium hydroxide per year.

Shell has decided to temporarily pause on-site construction at its biofuels facility at the Shell Energy and Chemicals Park Rotterdam in the Netherlands. With an expected capacity of 820,000 tonnes a year, the project has been put on hold to address project delivery and ensure future competitiveness given current market conditions.