Chemicals produced from renewable or recycled materials have attracted industry interest for decades. But as the chemical sector endures a prolonged downturn, many targets are falling behind schedule. SEE MORE
Bridgestone has expanded its winter truck tire portfolio with the Duravis Winter Drive range, designed for mild winter operating conditions in Europe. Compared with its predecessor, the RW-Drive 001, the manufacturer reports approximately a 15% improvement in tire lifespan and a 3% reduction in rolling resistance-two metrics directly linked to fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions in commercial fleet operations.SEE MORE
According to the World Bank, fertilizer prices index rose by more than 12% in the first quarter of 2026, marking the sixth increase over the past seven quarters. On a monthly basis, prices in March 2026 reached their highest level since 2022. The recent surge in the index largely reflects the impact on exports of fertilizers and inputs from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Price increases have been most pronounced for urea, with more moderate gains for other fertilizer types.SEE MORE
2025 saw the industry buffeted by weak economic growth, geopolitical and trade upheaval and an increasingly fragmented regulatory environment – all trends that are likely to continue to create discomfort in 2026, according to experts.SEE MORE
Bio-based surfactants—cleaning agents produced from renewable feedstocks rather than petroleum—are attracting increasing attention in the industrial cleaning and hygiene products sector. This article synthesizes information from specialized sources, including the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, and the Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, to provide a neutral overview of this class of materials.SEE MORE
