Honeywell revises its acquisition of Johnson Matthey’s Catalyst Technologies unit to £1.325 billion. The deal aims to strengthen Honeywell process technologies and expand catalyst solutions for refining and renewable fuels.
Toray develops bio-based polyamide 4 production technology for cosmetics microparticles, delivering marine biodegradability, lower carbon emissions, and regulatory compliance in the fight against microplastic pollution.
India has abundant biomass and rising demand for sustainable materials, yet it remains dependent on imported bioplastics. Structural, financial, and technological gaps are slowing the transition.
Celanese opens its expanded Michigan Technology Center to accelerate engineered materials innovation, strengthen North American manufacturing, and enhance customer-driven product development.
Dow introduces INNATE™ TF 220, a next-generation resin advancing sustainable plastic packaging innovation through recyclable mono-material films, improved performance and scalable circular economy solutions.
Scientists develop a low-energy electrolyzer that converts waste syngas into ethylene, advancing sustainable plastic packaging innovation and reducing the carbon footprint of chemical manufacturing.
NEXTCHEM launches the NXPand suite and NX CONSER PolyFlex, introducing sustainable PTMEG production technology designed to transform spandex fiber manufacturing with bio-based solutions.
In early 2026, BASF, Mitsubishi Chemical, INVISTA, and other chemical giants accelerated divestments and plant closures, signaling a structural shift away from scale-driven expansion.
Birla Carbon will showcase advanced carbon nanotube technologies at Nanotech 2026 in Tokyo, highlighting Nanocyl solutions designed to improve performance, efficiency, and sustainability across industries.
