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Natural Gas Supply Risks Rise as Israel Maintains Exports Ammonia Methanol Hydrogen Natural Gas Israel will maintain its natural gas export policy despite projected domestic supply risks beyond 2036. New offshore exploration may support energy security, while tighter gas supplies could raise costs for ammonia, methanol and hydrogen.
Wood-Based Phase-Change Composites for Thermal Control | GuideView N-octadecane Octadecane Researchers develop wood-based phase-change composites using n-octadecane and surface coatings. Wood wax oil raises enthalpy to 197.2 J/g, highlighting new opportunities for sustainable indoor thermal management.
Solid-State Batteries: Dendrite Formation and Key Solutions Lithium Metal batteries A new eScience review reveals how lithium self-diffusion, interfacial defects, voids and electronic leakage drive dendrites in solid-state batteries, highlighting strategies for safer, longer-lasting commercial cells.
Middle East Tensions Push Up Japan's Chemical Prices Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride Trade Market Trend Naphtha Ethylene Chemical prices in Japan are rising as Middle East tensions disrupt naphtha supply, prompting major manufacturers to hike prices for PVC, polyethylene, and other derivatives, affecting households and businesses.
SEKISUI CHEMICAL Announces CPVC Price Hike SEKISUI CHEMICA Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride SEKISUI CHEMICAL announces a price increase for all CPVC resins and compounds due to rising raw material, freight, and operational costs. Effective from April 1, 2026.
Axalta Full Year 2025 Financial Report Axalta Financial statements Axalta reported a challenging 2025 as revenue fell 3% to $5.12 billion and net profit declined, while adjusted EBITDA hit a record high and cash flow strengthened amid cost controls and FX support.
AkzoNobel's Full Year 2025 Financial Report Financial statements AkzoNobel AkzoNobel's 2025 financial report reveals a 5% decline in sales, but a 17% increase in net profit. The company highlights growth in China’s decorative paints and announces a merger with Axalta to strengthen its position in the coatings market.
Wanhua Chemical H1 2025 Financial Report Wanhua Chemical Group Wanhua Chemical Financial statements Wanhua Chemical posted H1 2025 revenue of RMB 90.9B, down 6.35%, with net profit down 25.1%. Business performance varied across polyurethane, petrochemical, and new materials segments.
Huntsman 2025 Q2 Report Financial statements Huntsman Huntsman Corporation Layoffs Layoff Huntsman reports a $163M loss in H1 2025 and plans a global restructuring with 10% workforce cuts. Weak demand, high costs, and plant closures drive the chemical giant's cost-saving measures.
Axalta 2025 H1 Performance Axalta Financial statements Axalta reported H1 2025 revenue of $2.567B, down 2.95% YoY, with China sales up 9% to ¥2.1B. Strong Q2 profits driven by cost control and growth in mobility coatings despite lower volumes.