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PRESS RELEASE -- 24, July 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF’s Ultrason® E 3010 nat serves as the foundation for Amberware, a reusable tableware concept by Kyoraku that leverages the material’s natural honey‑amber tint, toughness, and chemical resistance. These lightweight, microwave‑ and dishwasher‑safe plates resist cracking and chipping—backed by a …
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(IN BRIEF) BASF Intertrade AG and AltaGas Ltd. have inked a long‑term contract for Western Canadian butane supply via the upcoming Ridley Island Energy Export Facility (REEF), beginning in 2027. The deal gives BASF a competitive, dependable feedstock source for …
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(IN BRIEF) BASF’s Supervisory Board has renewed the tenures of two Executive Directors: Dirk Elvermann will continue as CFO and Chief Digital Officer until the 2031 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting, and Stephan Kothrade will remain CTO until the 2028 meeting. Elvermann, …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 11, July 2025
(IN BRIEF) Henkel has implemented a mass balance approach to replace portions of fossil-derived materials with renewable raw materials in the production of its Bref toilet rim blocks across Europe. Working with partners Moeve and BASF, the company now uses …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 10, July 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF has enhanced its liquid enzyme range by adding a lipase (Lavergy® L Pace), a cellulase (Lavergy® C Care), and an amylase (Lavergy® A Star), rounding out its portfolio to meet diverse laundry needs. L Pace removes fats …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 18, June 2025
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has been selected to execute the pre-engineering of a large-scale carbon capture plant at Kredsløb’s Aarhus district heating facility, tasked with removing approximately 435 000 tonnes of CO₂ annually using BASF’s OASE® blue solvent technology. The contract, …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 5, June 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF Coatings and Toyota Motor Europe have launched the Toyota Body&Paint program for Europe, focusing on delivering sustainable and high-quality paint repair solutions for Toyota and Lexus vehicles. The program will leverage BASF’s Glasurit and R-M brands, along …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 21, May 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF is making a strategic shift in its copper hydrometallurgy business to meet the rising demand for copper and the need for sustainable processing solutions. The company is advancing its LixTRA™ product line and enhancing its leaching aids …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 14, May 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF Industrial Formulators has unveiled Pluriol® A 2400 I, a new product in its reactive polyethylene glycol (iPEG) portfolio, aimed at enhancing polycarboxylate ethers (PCE) in the European construction industry. The innovative Pluriol® A 2400 I is a …
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(IN BRIEF) BASF and Group14 Technologies have unveiled a groundbreaking silicon battery solution combining BASF’s Licity 2698 X F binder and Group14’s SCC55 silicon material. This new solution boosts battery performance, offering faster charging, higher energy density, and remarkable durability. …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 30, April 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF is expanding its production of semiconductor-grade sulfuric acid at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany to meet the growing demand for chip manufacturing in Europe. The new facility, set to begin operations by 2027, will support key customers …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 22, April 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF and Hagihara Industries have jointly developed an advanced formulation of Tinuvin® UV stabilizers to produce highly durable polyolefin yarns for artificial turf, improving resistance to sunlight and weather. The enhanced turf, which now boasts a lifespan of …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 15, April 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF Coatings has expanded its Refinity cloud platform with the introduction of ImagePLUS and the next-generation ScanR spectrophotometer, delivering faster, more precise digital color matching for the automotive refinish industry. ScanR offers five accurate measurements in 30 seconds …
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(IN BRIEF) Cellasto®, a global leader in NVH components and part of BASF, is investing around €60 million to build a second manufacturing plant in Shanghai, set to open in 2027. The facility will increase local production capacity by nearly …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 2, April 2025
(IN BRIEF) At CHINAPLAS 2025 in Shenzhen, BASF presented Össur’s Pro-Flex® Terra foot prosthesis, featuring BASF’s Cellasto® microcellular material that emulates the natural motion of human muscles and tendons. The prosthetic foot, with its innovative three-step foam design, adapts to …
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(IN BRIEF) At in-cosmetics Global 2025 in Amsterdam, BASF launches its Longevity Ecosystem, an innovative approach in personal care focused on planetary, emotional, and physical well-being. The initiative, part of BASF’s Beyond Beauty journey, introduces sustainable alternatives like Verdessence® Maize …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 24, March 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF’s Coatings division has significantly increased the production capacity of its Caojing plant in Shanghai from 8,000 to 18,800 metric tons per year for polyester and polyurethane resins used in automotive spraycoats. This expansion, part of BASF’s broader …
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(IN BRIEF) BASF Aroma Ingredients, under its Isobionics® brand, has introduced two new natural flavor ingredients developed using state-of-the-art fermentation technology. Isobionics® Natural beta-Sinensal 20 is the first fermentation-produced single isomer of Sinensal, offering a complex citrus profile with marine …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 14, March 2025
(IN BRIEF) BASF inaugurated a new Catalyst Development and Solids Processing Center in Ludwigshafen, Germany, on December 12, 2024. The facility is purpose-built to accelerate the pilot-scale production of chemical catalysts and drive innovation in solids processing technologies. By incorporating …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 13, March 2025
(IN BRIEF) K+S Aktiengesellschaft’s Supervisory Board has announced that Dr. Andreas Kreimeyer will not seek reappointment when his mandate expires at the Annual General Meeting on May 14, 2025. His decade-long tenure has significantly influenced the company’s strategic direction, including …
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