The Chem Ledger

Join me in exploring mergers, acquisitions, and emerging trends in the chemistry industry, as we navigate the evolving relationship between science and business.

The Chem Ledger

TCL #19: Viridien & Matnex’s AI Materials Partnership, Scania’s Battery Expansion, Sherwin-Williams’ $1.5B Deal, Aramco’s Philippine Entry & More

Viridien & Matnex are joining forces to advance AI-powered materials discovery, Scania is acquiring Northvolt’s heavy industry battery business, and Sherwin-Williams has struck a $1.5 billion deal to acquire BASF’s Brazilian architectural paints unit. Plus, Aramco is entering the Philippines’ retail fuel market, ABB & Bilfinger are

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TCL #18: Climeworks' Carbon Capture Boost, Siemens' Green Hydrogen Push, Pfizer's FDA Win, Avantium's Bio-Based Packaging & More

In this edition of The Chem Ledger, I cover Climeworks’ latest advancement in Direct Air Capture through its collaboration with Avantium, Siemens’ strategic partnership to expand green hydrogen production, and Pfizer’s FDA approval for its antibody-drug conjugate Adcetris. Plus, Avantium and Amcor’s push for sustainable, plant-based packaging, Owens

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The Chem Ledger #16: Oxyle’s $16M for PFAS-Free Water, Philips’ AI-CMR Imaging, NTPC’s CO₂ Battery, Mattiq’s Push for Low-Iridium Hydrogen and more

In this edition of The Chem Ledger, I cover Oxyle’s $16M funding to tackle PFAS pollution, Philips’ AI-powered leap in cardiac imaging, NTPC’s CO₂ battery project, and LyondellBasell’s HDPE expansion. Plus, a look at AI-driven drug discovery and Mattiq’s push for low-iridium hydrogen catalysts. Stay updated
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