Chemical industry

OQ Chemicals Appoints Silvia Weppler as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Silvia Weppler will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at global chemical company OQ Chemicals, effective Jan. 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Silvia Weppler will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at global chemical company OQ Chemicals, effective Jan. 1, 2024.
  • “With Silvia Weppler, we have gained a highly experienced and distinguished financial expert as our new CFO.
  • Weppler brings not only comprehensive subject knowledge but also valuable experience in corporate financing, digitization, corporate value enhancement, and steering complex transformation programs and major projects to our team,” said Oliver Borgmeier, OQ Chemicals’ CEO.
  • “OQ Chemicals is a global leader in oxo chemicals.

ISG to Publish Reports on Chemical Industry Services, Solutions

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Friday, December 8, 2023

The results of this first-time study will be published in two comprehensive ISG Provider Lens™ reports, titled Chemical Industry Services and Solutions, scheduled to be released in May 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The results of this first-time study will be published in two comprehensive ISG Provider Lens™ reports, titled Chemical Industry Services and Solutions, scheduled to be released in May 2024.
  • The global chemical industry is facing a challenging year with geopolitical tensions, commodity price fluctuations and supply and demand issues plaguing the value chain.
  • “Emerging technologies such as blockchain, quantum computing and high-performance computing are also impacting industry digitization and providing opportunities for technology partners.”
    ISG has distributed surveys to more than 50 chemical industry services and solutions providers.
  • Geographically focused reports from the study will examine chemical industry services and solutions available in North America and Europe.

Vinyl Institute Prepared to Work with EPA on Vinyl Chloride Risk Evaluation

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Below is a statement to be attributed to Ned Monroe, president and CEO of the Vinyl Institute:

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  • Below is a statement to be attributed to Ned Monroe, president and CEO of the Vinyl Institute:
    "Vinyl Institute and our members are fully prepared to work with the EPA during both prioritization and risk evaluation of vinyl chloride.
  • "The Vinyl Institute is already supporting the risk evaluation process for other substances under review by EPA.
  • "There is an extensive body of research and data about vinyl chloride that will support the prioritization and risk evaluation process.
  • "The greatest potential for vinyl chloride exposure is for workers at vinyl chloride monomer and PVC production facilities.

Green hydrogen market size to grow by USD 14.74 billion between 2022 and 2027 | APAC will account for 57% of the market growth- Technavio

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Get a holistic overview of the green hydrogen market by industry experts to evaluate and develop growth strategies.

Key Points: 
  • Get a holistic overview of the green hydrogen market by industry experts to evaluate and develop growth strategies.
  • Green hydrogen is widely used in the manufacturing of chemical compounds such as paints, synthetic fibers, nylon, and polyurethane elastomers and in the plasticization of plastics.
  • Growth of the green hydrogen market across APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America
    The hydrogen generation market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.58% between 2022 and 2027.
  • The green ammonia market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 90.05% between 2022 and 2027.

COP 28: Sabará Group participates at the world event on climate change

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

SÃO PAULO, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), more than 40% of the planet's population is "highly vulnerable" to climate change. And no matter where you fit in, this issue impacts your life in some way, whether it's disrupting a vacation trip due to the extreme heat, or the price of food at the market due to devastating unseasonal rains. This is one of the issues discussed at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Key Points: 
  • This is one of the issues discussed at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
  • Specialized in technology and solutions for the water treatment and food and beverage industries, the Sabará Group has a structured ESG department and is always attentive to decisions that impact the world.
  • Integrating social justice into discussions on climate, biodiversity and economic development is not only a wise choice, but an essential commitment", adds Giovanna.
  • The actions mentioned above feature prominently in SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 15 (Life on Land).

Lynn L. Bergeson and Richard E. Engler, Ph.D. Named 2023 Affiliates of the Year by ACD (formerly NACD)

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Friday, December 8, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) is proud to announce that Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, and Richard E. Engler, Ph.D., Director of Chemistry, have received the Affiliate of the Year award from the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD), for their "invaluable counsel," "technical support," and guidance on chemical distribution issues. ACD is the new name and identity of the association formerly known as the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD).

Key Points: 
  • ACD is the new name and identity of the association formerly known as the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD).
  • Lynn Bergeson, founder and Managing Partner of Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.
  • a Washington, D.C., law firm, and Dr. Richard Engler, Director of Chemistry, have been, and continue to be, invaluable partners for the chemical distribution industry.
  • B&C has partnered with ACD for over a decade, providing training, compliance, and strategic services for ACD members.

Sodium Sulphate Market to Reach $1.1 Billion, Globally, by 2032 at 4.0% CAGR: Allied Market Research

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

WILMINGTON, Del., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, "Sodium Sulphate Market by Product (Natural and Synthetic), Form (Salt Cake, Glauber's Salt, and Niter Cake), and Application (Soaps And Detergents, Textiles, Glass, Paper and Pulp, and Others): Global Opportunity Analysis And Industry Forecast, 2023-2032". According to the report, the sodium sulphate market was valued for $0.7 billion in 2022 and is estimated to reach $1.1 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.0% from 2023 to 2032.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, natural sodium sulphate is considered environmentally friendly, and as sustainability becomes a more critical factor in product choices, industries might prefer using sodium sulphate over other chemicals in certain applications.
  • These factors are expected to surge the demand for natural sodium sulphate; thus, fueling the growth of the sodium sulphate market during the forecast period.
  • These factors are expected to boost the growth of the salt cake form of sodium sulphate; thus, fueling the growth of the sodium sulphate market.
  • The growth of this industry, driven by packaging demand and economic development, contributes significantly to the sodium sulphate market.

Sodium Sulphate Market to Reach $1.1 Billion, Globally, by 2032 at 4.0% CAGR: Allied Market Research

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

WILMINGTON, Del., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, "Sodium Sulphate Market by Product (Natural and Synthetic), Form (Salt Cake, Glauber's Salt, and Niter Cake), and Application (Soaps And Detergents, Textiles, Glass, Paper and Pulp, and Others): Global Opportunity Analysis And Industry Forecast, 2023-2032". According to the report, the sodium sulphate market was valued for $0.7 billion in 2022 and is estimated to reach $1.1 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.0% from 2023 to 2032.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, natural sodium sulphate is considered environmentally friendly, and as sustainability becomes a more critical factor in product choices, industries might prefer using sodium sulphate over other chemicals in certain applications.
  • These factors are expected to surge the demand for natural sodium sulphate; thus, fueling the growth of the sodium sulphate market during the forecast period.
  • These factors are expected to boost the growth of the salt cake form of sodium sulphate; thus, fueling the growth of the sodium sulphate market.
  • The growth of this industry, driven by packaging demand and economic development, contributes significantly to the sodium sulphate market.

Albert Extends Coverage of Transformational Regulatory Automation Capabilities to China and Taiwan

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

OAKLAND, Calif., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Albert Invent, the company accelerating R&D with its data-driven, end-to-end platform, today announced that it has expanded coverage of its Regulatory Automation module to the China and Taiwan regulatory markets. Further extending Albert's R&D platform, Regulatory Automation now provides all national and local safety regulations for these regions to enable chemical and materials science labs to innovate faster. With this expansion, Albert's regulatory automation functionality covers the three largest chemical industry markets in the world– U.S., China, and the European Union.

Key Points: 
  • With this expansion, Albert's regulatory automation functionality covers the three largest chemical industry markets in the world– U.S., China, and the European Union.
  • Adhering to global and local regulations, Albert Regulatory Automation is available in over 22 languages.
  • In addition to the U.S., Europe, and now China and Taiwan, Albert will continue to expand Regulatory Automation coverage to meet customers' needs in labs throughout the world.
  • As with all modules on the Albert platform, Regulatory Automation was designed with the practical needs of scientists and regulatory teams at its heart.

Green hydrogen market size to grow by USD 14.74 billion between 2022 and 2027 | The growing adoption of clean fuel to drive the market growth- Technavio

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Monday, December 4, 2023

Get a holistic overview of the green hydrogen market by industry experts to evaluate and develop growth strategies.

Key Points: 
  • Get a holistic overview of the green hydrogen market by industry experts to evaluate and develop growth strategies.
  • In addition, the increasing adoption of clean green hydrogen generation technologies across industries will drive the growth of the green hydrogen market in APAC.
  • Growth of the green hydrogen market across APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America
    The hydrogen generation market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.58% between 2022 and 2027.
  • The green ammonia market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 90.05% between 2022 and 2027.