Cabot Corporation earned a significant honour for its advanced battery material innovation at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), a premier global trade fair held in Shanghai. The company’s LITX 95F conductive carbon, a key component engineered to enhance the performance and longevity of lithium-ion batteries in energy storage systems (ESS), was distinguished among the ‘Top 10 Exhibits of 2025’. This esteemed accolade was presented during the ‘Brands Bring a Better Future for the World’ Global Forum, which focuses on brand equity and sustainable development.

The CIIE, which hosted participants from 155 countries and over 4,100 companies this year, presents this honour to brands that support sustainable and high-quality economic development. Cabot’s product is notably the first from the speciality chemicals and performance materials sector to receive this award, solidifying the company's leadership in creating advanced materials. This achievement highlights Cabot's pivotal role in enabling the next generation of clean energy technologies and providing high-performance solutions that are critical for a more efficient and sustainable energy future.

Jeff Zhu, Executive Vice President and President, Carbon & Silica Technologies, Battery Materials and Asia Pacific region, said, “We are honoured that our LITX® 95F conductive carbon has been recognised among the top exhibits at CIIE. This award affirms Cabot’s commitment to driving innovation in conductive additives that power the global energy transition. Our battery materials solutions are helping accelerate the adoption of cleaner, more efficient energy storage solutions.”

Patrick Kelly, Vice President – Global Marketing and Strategy, Battery Materials, said, “We are thrilled to see our LITX® 95F product recognised on a global stage as it reflects the impact of our technology on the rapidly expanding ESS industry. This product enables more reliable and efficient energy storage systems and supports the growing demand for clean energy as well as the increasing ESS needs driven by the expansion of AI and data centres around the world. This recognition reflects both our technological leadership and our commitment to innovation in a rapidly evolving industry.”

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Scandinavian Enviro Systems AB publ has signed a letter of intent with an undisclosed partner to explore the possibility of licensing its advanced tyre pyrolysis technology for deployment in North America.

The collaboration will focus on conducting a comprehensive feasibility study to evaluate the technical and commercial viability of establishing one or multiple facilities dedicated to processing end-of-life tyres using Enviro’s proprietary method. This study is designed to provide the potential licensee with the necessary insights to assess the prospects of entering into a long-term commercial arrangement and formal technology licensing agreement.

It is important to note that any definitive agreements will depend entirely on the study's outcomes and subsequent negotiations. At this stage, there is no guarantee that the evaluation will lead to binding commitments or that the proposed transaction will ultimately materialise.

Fredrik Aaben, CEO, Scandinavian Enviro Systems, said, “We continue to see strong international interest in Enviro’s technology, and this letter of intent is yet another proof of this.”

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Kraton Corporation, a leading global producer of speciality polymers and high-value bio-based chemicals derived from pine wood pulping co-products, a global price increase for all polymer products with effect from 1 April 2026. The price hike will range from USD 440 per MT to USD 700 per MT, or as individual contract terms permit, with the exact price change varying according to the polymer type and production location.

The driving forces behind these significant pricing actions are multifaceted, rooted in substantial disruptions to global supply chains. These disruptions are largely attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has had a cascading effect on logistics. Compounding this issue are the sharply rising costs associated with transportation and essential raw materials.

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German specialty chemicals company LANXESS has announced a global price increase for its portfolio of functional additives for the manufacture of tyres and speciality rubbers. These changes, which are set to take effect immediately or as soon as individual contract terms permit, will see prices rise by 15 to 50 percent.

The driving forces behind these significant pricing actions are multifaceted, rooted in substantial disruptions to global supply chains. These disruptions are largely attributed to the ongoing geopolitical conflict, which has had a cascading effect on logistics. Compounding this issue are the sharply rising costs associated with transportation and essential raw materials.

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Orion S.A., a global speciality chemicals company, has announced a global price increase for its portfolio of speciality carbon black. These changes, which are set to take effect immediately or as soon as individual contract terms permit, will see prices rise by up to 25 percent.

In a strategic move to address persistent market volatility, the company is also implementing a variable surcharge on top of the base price increase. The driving forces behind these significant pricing actions are multifaceted, rooted in substantial disruptions to global supply chains. These disruptions are largely attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has had a cascading effect on logistics. Compounding this issue are the sharply rising costs associated with transportation and essential raw materials.

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