Koppö Energia has awarded the FEED for an e-methanol plant using technology from Thyssenkrupp Uhde for a power-to-X project in Finland. The project is intended to contribute to the production of CO₂-reduced fuels.

A breakthrough enzyme discovered in Brazil could transform biofuel production. Named Celoce, the natural protein efficiently breaks down cellulose — one of biomass's toughest components — offering a powerful new tool for producing second-generation ethanol from agricultural waste.

Australia could meet a significant portion of Europe's hydrogen demand in the future — provided that the supply chain via the port of Rotterdam works. An international study involving Fraunhofer ISE is now investigating the technical and economic conditions for large-scale supply of green ammonia from Western Australia.

A new partnership between Samsung E&A and Svante Technologies sets the stage for global deployment of modular carbon capture plants. Leveraging Svante’s next-gen solid sorbent filter technology and Samsung’s modularization expertise, the collaboration aims to cut project timelines and costs, backed by the launch of the world’s first filter gigafactory in Vancouver.

Akzo Nobel is partnering with BASF to reduce the carbon footprint of its high-volume decorative paints in EMEA. By using BASF’s certified biomass balanced ingredients, the company aims to lower CO2 emissions by at least 5 % without altering product quality or manufacturing processes

Starting in 2026, Achema will take place in Saudi Arabia for the first time. The new Achema Middle East in Riyadh is set to become a central meeting place for international companies, politics and research in the region as a trade fair for the processing industry.

Gelest has opened a state-of-the-art production facility at its Morrisville headquarters, expanding its footprint and boosting capabilities in advanced chemistries for semiconductor, medical, and mobility applications — with a strong focus on EUV lithography materials.

Wood has secured contract extensions worth 118 million dollars to continue providing operations and maintenance services for Shell UK, Dana Petroleum, and Cnooc International, strengthening its position in the UK North Sea energy sector.

An advanced pilot plant for methanol-based sustainable aviation fuel has been commissioned in Freiberg. Developed by CAC Engineering and TU Bergakademie Freiberg, the facility aims to support future large-scale production of climate-neutral jet fuel.

In a bid to reshape the future of textiles, chemical company Kemira and Metsä Group have partnered to develop Kuura — a next-generation, wood-based fiber aiming to provide a sustainable, European-made alternative to conventional materials like polyester and cotton.