BASF

(IN BRIEF) BASF has introduced its ecovio® 60 IA 1552 biopolymer, a certified industrial compostable solution designed for plant clips used in greenhouse fruit and vegetable cultivation. This innovation allows the clips to biodegrade in industrial composting facilities after harvest, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Pragati sustainable castor bean program has achieved significant progress in its eight years, improving yields and enhancing the livelihoods of over 8,000 certified farmers in Gujarat, India. By focusing on sustainability, water efficiency, and gender inclusivity, the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF’s Performance Materials division has completed a major sustainability milestone by transitioning all its European production sites to renewable electricity, starting in 2025. This step affects the company’s manufacturing of Engineering Plastics, Polyurethanes, Thermoplastic Polyurethanes, and Specialty Polymers. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) At Cosmet’Agora 2025 in Paris, BASF introduced new eco-conscious formulations under its Beyond Beauty initiative, focusing on hydration, cleansing, UV protection, and natural makeup. These climate-adaptive solutions use sustainable ingredients to meet the rising consumer demand for environmentally … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF Coatings has partnered with BMW Group, designating its premium paint brands, Glasurit and R-M, as preferred options for BMW’s aftersales network across 50 markets. This strategic partnership aims to provide high-performance, sustainable refinish solutions to BMW and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF, alongside partners Endress+Hauser, TechnoCompound, and the Universities of Bayreuth and Jena, is leading the SpecReK project to enhance the mechanical recycling of plastics using advanced spectroscopic technology and AI. Funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF has introduced Symbiocell®, a new cosmetic ingredient derived from Cestrum latifolium leaves, now approved for use in China following a successful regulatory notification. Designed to soothe sensitive skin and reduce excessive skin reactions, Symbiocell® has shown strong … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF has increased ammonium chloride production at its Ludwigshafen site by 50%, introducing a more efficient process to meet growing global demand and improve product quality. The expansion ensures compliance with strict regulatory requirements for food and feed … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF is leveraging groundbreaking advances in protein research, driven by the recent Nobel Prize-winning developments in computational protein design and structure prediction. David Baker’s work with Rosetta and Demis Hassabis and John Jumper’s creation of AlphaFold2 are transforming … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Continental, in partnership with trinamiX, has won a CES Innovation Award for its Invisible Biometrics Sensing Display, which integrates advanced driver and passenger monitoring technologies invisibly behind an OLED screen. The display features 3D distance mapping for optimized … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF is expanding its production capacity for its advanced X3D® catalyst technology, which utilizes 3D printing to create high-performance catalysts that improve reactor efficiency and reduce energy use. The first industrial-scale X3D production plant is set to open … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF has finalized the sale of its flocculant mining business to Solenis, transferring several key flocculant brands to focus on its core strengths in flotation and solvent extraction for the mining industry. This move, part of BASF’s “Winning … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) trinamiX GmbH, a subsidiary of BASF specializing in mobile spectroscopy solutions, will showcase its innovative plastic and textile identification technologies at the Plastics Recycling Show Asia (PRSA) 2024 in Singapore on November 13-14. The company aims to highlight … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF has partnered with Acadian Plant Health™ to expand its BioSolutions portfolio by incorporating seaweed-based biostimulants. These biostimulants, derived from Ascophyllum nodosum, help crops withstand stressors like heat and drought, supporting sustainable agriculture. The collaboration will distribute these … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The nova-Institute has announced the formation of a specialized group of biopolymer experts aimed at enhancing market and trend reporting in the renewable carbon sector. This initiative focuses on advancing sustainability in the chemical and materials industries by … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF is showcasing its latest sustainable innovations at Fakuma 2024 under the theme #ourplasticsjourney, focusing on more efficient and eco-friendly plastic solutions. Highlights include the SIRIUS 3RV2 circuit-breaker, developed with Siemens, which uses biomass-balanced plastics, and BASF’s expanded … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF has unveiled a new corporate strategy aimed at becoming the leading chemical company supporting the green transformation of its customers. The company plans to focus on its core chemical businesses while giving more flexibility to standalone divisions … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) At the WorldSkills Lyon 2024 competition, BASF Coatings highlighted its commitment to sustainability and talent development in the automotive sector. Using BASF’s eco-friendly Glasurit 100 Line, Yuto Hoshino from Japan won the gold medal in the Car Painting … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF has released its second Responsible Sourcing Report, highlighting progress in sustainable sourcing within its Care Chemicals division. Key achievements in 2023 include sourcing 96% of palm oil from RSPO-certified mills, expanding partnerships with Solidaridad to support smallholder … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The 2024 recycling standards from the Central Agency Packaging Register (ZSVR) now recognize polyethylene (PE), polyamide (PA), and ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer (EVOH) high-barrier films as recyclable, thanks to research by BASF and the cyclos-HTP Institute. These films, commonly … Read the full press release →