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Syensqo and cylib reach a milestone in lithium recovery

Syensqo and cylib have reached a significant milestone in circular battery materials processing by producing high-purity lithium hydroxide from spent EV batteries. This collaboration marks a major advancement in the recovery of valuable materials, as very few recycling companies today can produce lithium at battery-grade, especially lithium hydroxide, the preferred form of lithium for new …

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Clariant’s innovative chemical solutions in action

In the demanding world of oil production, operators face complex challenges that threaten both operational continuity and asset integrity. From severe corrosion in high-stress environments to sudden and unexpected scale formation in high-temperature ‘dry’ production wells, these issues require sophisticated, timely chemical solutions tailored to specific field conditions. Clariant Oil Services has demonstrated how innovative …

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BASF and Equinor sign ten-year natural gas supply agreement

BASF and Equinor have signed a long-term strategic agreement for the annual delivery of up to 23 terawatt hours of natural gas over a ten-year period. The contract secures a substantial share of BASF’s natural gas needs in Europe. Deliveries will start on October 1st, 2025. “This agreement further strengthens our partnership with BASF. Natural …

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Ashtead Technology agrees partnership with Hydrollica

Ashtead Technology, a leading provider of mission-critical subsea technology solutions, has joined forces with Hydrollica, an advanced manufacturer of environmentally focused ROV and diver tooling. The agreement brings a new generation of seawater-powered subsea tooling into Ashtead Technology’s global fleet, including the Hydro Multi-Tool, Hydro Micro Multi-Tool and Hydro Power Pack. These compact yet powerful …

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GMG commencing sales of G(R) Lubricant and advancing regulatory approvals

Graphene Manufacturing Group Limited has announced that G® Lubricant has commenced both website sales and direct sales to end customers in a number of countries and regions around the world, including Australia, the United Kingdom, Europe, China, Canada and the United States. GMG has received formal requests to distribute G® Lubricant in a number of …

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PTT Oil and Retail Business posts record profit

PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited, the retail and lifestyle arm of Thailand’s PTT Group, reported record earnings for the first quarter of 2025, signaling strong momentum from its cross-border expansion and ESG-driven strategy across energy and lifestyle verticals. The company posted THB 182.4 billion in revenue for the quarter, with net profit …

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A new company to offer products and services for the oil drilling industry

Versalis, Eni’s chemical company, has announced that, as of 1 July 2025, it will transfer its Oilfield Chemicals business unit into the newly established company Versalis Oilfield Solutions S.r.l. The operation aims to consolidate Versalis’ position in the oilfield services sector by bringing together key expertise and strategic activities in a single, focused and operationally efficient entity. …

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Masdar hosts European business partners and executives in Madrid

Masdar, a global clean energy leader, has convened an exclusive, high-level business forum in Madrid to strengthen partnerships and position the company for its next phase of growth in the Iberian market. Led by Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Chairman of Masdar, the Tuesday gathering assembled senior representatives from Spanish and Portuguese government entities, regulatory bodies, …

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