The Diatomite Price Index increased in June 2026 due to higher mining, fuel, and logistics costs, which increased overall production expenses. Stable demand from filtration, agriculture, construction, ...

UK's heavy fertilizer import dependence increases supply risks, driving input cost inflation and exposing agriculture to geopolitical and energy market disruptions. The United Kingdom's heavy reliance ...

An intense early summer heatwave sweeping across Western and Central Europe is placing additional pressure on the region's energy-intensive chemical industry, as record-breaking temperatures disrupt ...

Valvoline launched ValCo in Saudi Arabia, combining global lubricant expertise with local capabilities to accelerate regional growth and strengthen customer support. Valvoline™ Global Operations, ...

Lubrizol and Polyhose launched a Chennai medical tubing facility, boosting India’s MedTech manufacturing, reducing imports, and enhancing healthcare innovation. Lubrizol, a global leader in specialty ...

Kemira acquires Clear Water Technologies business strengthening North American industrial water treatment services through enhanced capabilities, customer reach, and integration strategy. Kemira, a ...

China's Ammonium Paratungstate market weakened sharply through May 2026 as buyers pulled back and inventories built, prompting a pronounced downward correction. Early May saw improved product ...

Plastipak’s O2Blox nylon-free PET barrier enhances food packaging protection, supports PET recycling, and advances circular packaging sustainability goals. Plastipak, a leading global company in ...

Anglo American accelerates coal divestment, securing up to $4.9 billion while focusing on copper, iron ore, and energy-transition minerals. Anglo American is systematically divesting its coal assets, ...

Quebec aluminum smelters remain strong despite U.S. tariffs, leveraging global shortages, rising prices, and expanding European exports. Despite increased United States tariffs, Quebec's aluminum ...

Ecuador plans to renegotiate Cascabel’s mining contract after Jiangxi Copper’s acquisition, raising investment uncertainty, regulatory scrutiny, and environmental concerns. Ecuador plans to ...

China’s phosphorus pentachloride prices remained firm through May 2026 as rising feedstock costs and resilient demand from battery chemicals and agrochemical sectors outweighed the impact of ...