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BASF.
German chemical company with worldwide reach
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Toyota and Engel designed a 12,000-ton press, while BASF supplies impact-modified PA6 resin for Toyota's truck bed.Some support1 report
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IRRI and BASF launched Phase 2 of Optima research on October 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Citigroup reissued a buy rating on shares of BASF on October 14, 2026.Some support1 report
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BASF operates through its North American business unit.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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BASF has established its North American headquarters near Florham Park.Some support2 reports
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Standard Lithium appointed David Park as CEO and Director, while Michael Lutgring joined as General Counsel. The company is also linked to a divestiture involving BASF.Well supported4 reports
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BASF has established itself as a key partner and customer of D-Wave Quantum.Some support2 reports
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BASF is providing agricultural and crop solutions to growers in the Baltics and Austria.Some support1 report
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BASF presented new varieties designed to adapt to changing growing conditions.Some support1 report
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Bayer's stock growth is compared to BASF's, and Bill Anderson is confirmed as CEO of Bayer.Some support1 report
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The chemical industry, including Bayer and BASF, is contending with competition from China while utilizing the Rhine as a vital link to global European markets.Some support2 reports
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BASF products perform well in Iowa.Some support1 report
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BASF is commissioning a $1 billion MDI expansion project while evaluating investments to maintain and expand its global production footprint in Europe and Asia.Some support1 report
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BASF acquired the business of Engelhard in 2006.Some support1 report
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Deutsche Post AG and BASF are utilizing Bahrain's infrastructure for regional logistics and manufacturing.Some support1 report
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BASF is evaluating investment in India and has secured a land parcel in Gujarat.Some support2 reports
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German manufacturers, including BASF, are closing plants amid a focus on rearmament in Europe.Some support2 reports
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ChemSec reports on production decisions made by BASF, noting that both companies are major PFAS manufacturers.Some support1 report
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Goldman Sachs, BASF, and Deutsche Bank have been mandated as Global Coordinators for an upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO).Some support1 report
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BASF's global operations are centered in Ludwigshafen, where the company originated as Badische Anilin- & Soda-Fabrik.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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BASF established a new production complex in Ludwigshafen to provide long-term industrial packaging supply.Some support1 report
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Major chemical producers ExxonMobil and BASF are citing the Middle East conflict as the cause of chemical and feedstock supply shortages impacting their operations.Some support1 report
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DuPont and BASF are facing contamination lawsuits in New Hampshire.Some support2 reports
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BASF is supplying Durasorb technology and materials to Cheniere Energy, Inc.Some support1 report
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BASF filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Apple Inc. on September 3, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Sinopec and BASF achieved mutual recognition on carbon footprint accounting to deepen green cooperation in Europe.Some support9 reports1 development inside
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Sinopec, BASF, and Shell are involved in a joint study concerning an open-access Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) cluster.Some support1 report
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BASF and Kemira Oyj are being compared as materials companies.Some support1 report
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Drought threatens industrial production in western Europe, impacting major companies like BASF.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Research Solutions, a service provider, is currently serving companies including Scite, L'Oréal, BASF, and Bayer.Some support1 report
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Northwestern University collaborated with BASF on upcycling polymer materials and developing a solid-state recycling platform for polyurethane foams.Some support1 report
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Low water levels on the Rhine are causing production disruptions for chemical companies like BASF and LyondellBasell in Cologne.Some support2 reports
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BASF opened a new performance lab in Mumbai on August 18, 2026.Some support1 report
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BASF is described as a large foreign investor in China, with the event also noting Zhu Rongji's reforms and the involvement of Primavera Capital Group.Some support1 report
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BASF provides tools for farm decision-making to Pat Thornton, who farms in the Trent valley in North Lincolnshire.Some support1 report
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Wayne Long met with Canpotex on potash matters and toured with BASF on research, involving discussions on industry and government policy.Some support1 report
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ExxonMobil, BASF, and the global chemical industry are facing severe market challenges, including capacity cuts and downturn due to overcapacity.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Limburgerhof is investing in a Climate Center at its headquarters, alongside BASF.Some support4 reports
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Dwindling river flows in the Danube threaten power plant operation and force industries to seek alternative transport.Some support2 reports
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Elia is establishing a high-voltage power line in Antwerp, connecting to Zeeland, to supply power to companies like BASF.Some support1 report
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SCS Global Services helps companies navigate CBAM regulations, while Elena Schmidt joins the firm and advises on ICAO CORSIA and Biomass Balance Standards with BASF.Some support2 reports
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A new focus on the competitive sustainable coatings market involving BASF and Jotun, with Felix Lauterbach managing sustainability for BASF coatings.Some support1 report
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BASF is involved in the plastic circular economy, employing researchers who are leading plastic circularity programs.Some support1 report
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Hoechst and BASF dominate the synthetic dye industry, facing shifts in Indian market demand due to the current political climate.Some support1 report
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BASF is providing solutions for the growing canola market, having conducted trials in the Northern Great Plains.Some support2 reports
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BASF advances low-carbon operations in Guangdong and supports the green transformation of Chinese companies.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Low water levels in the Rhine river are disrupting vital supply chains, impacting Europe's largest economy and overall growth forecasts.Well supported13 reports
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A levy has been placed on manufacturers to fund the development of gas reserves in Germany.Some support4 reports
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BASF's Care Chemicals division is managing responsible sourcing of renewable raw materials and engaging in sustainable farming projects in Asia.Some support1 report
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BASF and Coolblue are utilizing a system for digital twin development and demand forecasting.Some support1 report
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Lou Jianfeng holds degrees from both Zhejiang University and MIT, and he spent over two decades at BASF, having started his career at Arkema in 1998.Some support1 report
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The chemical industry is seeing market maturity in Europe, with companies like BASF and ExxonMobil leveraging chemical expertise and distribution while focusing on eco-friendly formulations.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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BASF's coatings division has spun off, and the company retains a 40% stake in Surventis.Some support2 reports
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BASF and Bota Biosciences jointly announced the market launch of SkinNexus™ Collag3n.Some support1 report
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Tri-County Technical College and BASF announced a partnership to provide a skilled talent pipeline.Some support1 report
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DuPont, BASF, SAKATA SEED CORPORATION, and Syngenta are identified as key players in the market.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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PFAS contamination discovered in drinking water wells, leading to a class-action lawsuit settlement involving DuPont and BASF.Some support2 reports
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BASF and Schneider Electric discuss renewable electricity sourcing and future vehicle electrification in Jinan.Some support1 report
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BASF advances low-carbon operations in Zhanjiang.Some support2 reports
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Market movements on June 23, 2026, showed German stocks, including BASF and Deutsche Bank, dropping, while Capgemini surged in the French market.Some support1 report
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What's reaching BASF
Events traced to BASF, step by step, newest first- Jotun's new studio may intensify coatings competition for BASFJotun's expanded presence in the Philippines intensifies coatings market competition for BASF.Possible
- Low Rhine water may disrupt BASF's raw material supply chainLow Rhine water may disrupt BASF's raw material supply chainPossible
Explainers that pass through BASF
BASF is a step on the way to someone elseAround BASF this week
News at the entities that move BASF most-
Rhine StructuralRussian refinery disruptions, low Rhine water levels, and EU bans are pressuring European fuel markets.Moves BASF
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FDA StructuralTraceLink advances multinational compliance roadmaps in Egypt and Ethiopia while addressing FDA's transition to 12-digit National Drug Code.Moves BASF
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Northwestern University TransactionalA study led by Adrien Bilal at Northwestern University examines mortality costs in Western Europe.Moves BASF
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Toyota StructuralBYD plans a new European plant in Hungary to expand its market share and challenge Toyota's presence.Moves BASF
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Goldman Sachs OperationalKlook is pursuing an IPO, with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley involved in the advisory process, amidst market headwinds from Trump's policies.Moves BASF
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ExxonMobil OperationalA tragedy occurred in Alberta, coinciding with soaring refining margins that boost downstream profits.Moves BASF
Connections
The 40 strongest of 302, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Badische Anilin- & Soda-Fabrik Structural
Badische Anilin- & Soda-Fabrik is the original company from which BASF originated.
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Markus Kamieth Structural
Markus Kamieth serves as the Chief Executive Officer of BASF.
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Engelhard Structural
BASF structurally owns Engelhard following an acquisition completed in 2006.
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Rhine Structural
BASF's production and logistics are situated along the Rhine and are dependent on its operational status.
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Ludwigshafen Structural
BASF operates a major, modernized global headquarters and production plant within the city limits of Ludwigshafen.
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Mary Kurian Structural
Mary Kurian holds a formal board appointment as an Executive Director within the governance structure of BASF.
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Northwestern University Transactional
Northwestern University and BASF are engaged in a collaborative research partnership focused on upcycling polymer materials.
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Toyota Structural
BASF functions as a strategic supplier and partner, providing specialized materials and expertise for Toyota's vehicle programs.
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Kaub Structural
Restrictions originating at Kaub directly affect the steam cracker operations of BASF.
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Elena Schmidt Transactional
Elena Schmidt led the development of the Biomass Balance Standard in collaboration with BASF.
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Sinopec Operational
Sinopec and BASF are actively collaborating on mutual recognition of carbon footprint accounting standards and joint studies on CCUS cluster development.
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Lanxess Operational
Both Lanxess and BASF are key competitors and market dominators in the Antioxidant BHT Market.
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Felix Lauterbach Structural
Felix Lauterbach is employed by BASF and is responsible for managing the sustainability function related to the company's coatings.
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FDA Structural
The FDA regulates the market entry of chemical products, including those manufactured by BASF.
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Google Structural
BASF utilizes Google's systems for digital twin development, creating a functional dependency.
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Goldman Sachs Operational
GS is actively coordinating with BASF as part of the IPO preparation process.
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Tri-County Technical College Operational
A partnership exists where Tri-County Technical College functions as a skilled talent pipeline provider for the global corporation BASF.
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ExxonMobil Operational
Both companies are major global chemical producers that actively compete in markets like polyolefins and low-carbon ammonia.
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Donghai Island Structural
BASF has established a massive, integrated industrial complex on Donghai Island, making its operations dependent on the location.
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Yeosu Structural
BASF maintains ongoing production facilities within the Yeosu location.
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Daikin Operational
Both Daikin and BASF are major market players engaged in direct competition as significant manufacturers of PFAS chemicals.
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Calgary Transactional
BASF established its new corporate headquarters in Calgary as of September 1930.
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Gujarat Transactional
BASF secured a land parcel in Gujarat for its MDI production complex.
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Geismar Operational
The entities are currently involved in commissioning a joint $1 billion MDI expansion project.
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Bernhard von Vacano Structural
A is a researcher employed by BASF, contributing to plastic circularity programs.
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Europe Shared context
BASF conducts its industrial operations within Europe, which provides the geographical and economic context for its activities.
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LyondellBasell Operational
LyondellBasell and BASF are direct competitors in the Polypropylene Glycol and Propylene Oxide markets.
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Limburgerhof Shared context
BASF operates its headquarters and invests in Limburgerhof.
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Central Europe Shared context
BASF operates within the logistical and economic context of Central Europe, making the region a critical operational backdrop for the company's activities.
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Microsoft Operational
The two companies are observed to compete in the market, specifically regarding the performance of their respective products.
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Jotun Operational
Jotun and BASF actively compete in the sustainable coatings market.
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International Rice Research Institute Operational
IRRI and BASF collaborated on the launch of Phase 2 of Optima research.
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Shanghai Operational
BASF maintains active production sites within the greater Shanghai metropolitan area, integrating its operations into the local economic ecosystem.
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Honeywell Operational
Honeywell and BASF are active competitors in the global zeolites market, both increasing production capacity to meet industry needs.
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Qatar Investment Authority Structural
QIA maintains a financial stake in Surventis, a company related to BASF.
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Geismar Structural
Geismar is involved in maintaining BASF's global MDI production network.
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Elia Structural
A critical power supply line is established that will provide necessary operational power to companies including BASF.
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Louisiana Art & Science Museum Transactional
BASF hosts a kids' lab event at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum.
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Bahrain Structural
BASF utilizes Bahrain as a functional regional manufacturing base for its operations.
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BAYER Mentioned together
Bayer and BASF are co-mentioned in articles comparing their respective stock growth and market performance.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
8 events- Toyota and Engel designed a 12,000-ton press, while BASF supplies impact-modified PA6 resin for Toyota's truck bed.
- IRRI and BASF launched Phase 2 of Optima research on October 1, 2026.
- Citigroup reissued a buy rating on shares of BASF on October 14, 2026.
- BASF has established its North American headquarters near Florham Park.
- BASF has established itself as a key partner and customer of D-Wave Quantum.
- BASF is providing agricultural and crop solutions to growers in the Baltics and Austria.
- BASF presented new varieties designed to adapt to changing growing conditions.
- Bayer's stock growth is compared to BASF's, and Bill Anderson is confirmed as CEO of Bayer.
September 2026
16 events- The chemical industry, including Bayer and BASF, is contending with competition from China while utilizing the Rhine as a vital link to global European markets.
- BASF products perform well in Iowa.
- BASF is commissioning a $1 billion MDI expansion project while evaluating investments to maintain and expand its global production footprint in Europe and Asia.
- BASF acquired the business of Engelhard in 2006.
- Deutsche Post AG and BASF are utilizing Bahrain's infrastructure for regional logistics and manufacturing.
- BASF is evaluating investment in India and has secured a land parcel in Gujarat.
- German manufacturers, including BASF, are closing plants amid a focus on rearmament in Europe.
- ChemSec reports on production decisions made by BASF, noting that both companies are major PFAS manufacturers.
- Goldman Sachs, BASF, and Deutsche Bank have been mandated as Global Coordinators for an upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO).
- BASF established a new production complex in Ludwigshafen to provide long-term industrial packaging supply.
- Major chemical producers ExxonMobil and BASF are citing the Middle East conflict as the cause of chemical and feedstock supply shortages impacting their operations.
- DuPont and BASF are facing contamination lawsuits in New Hampshire.
- BASF is supplying Durasorb technology and materials to Cheniere Energy, Inc.
- BASF filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Apple Inc. on September 3, 2026.
- Sinopec, BASF, and Shell are involved in a joint study concerning an open-access Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) cluster.
- BASF and Kemira Oyj are being compared as materials companies.
August 2026
12 events- Research Solutions, a service provider, is currently serving companies including Scite, L'Oréal, BASF, and Bayer.
- Northwestern University collaborated with BASF on upcycling polymer materials and developing a solid-state recycling platform for polyurethane foams.
- Low water levels on the Rhine are causing production disruptions for chemical companies like BASF and LyondellBasell in Cologne.
- BASF opened a new performance lab in Mumbai on August 18, 2026.
- BASF is described as a large foreign investor in China, with the event also noting Zhu Rongji's reforms and the involvement of Primavera Capital Group.
- BASF provides tools for farm decision-making to Pat Thornton, who farms in the Trent valley in North Lincolnshire.
- Wayne Long met with Canpotex on potash matters and toured with BASF on research, involving discussions on industry and government policy.
- Limburgerhof is investing in a Climate Center at its headquarters, alongside BASF.
- Dwindling river flows in the Danube threaten power plant operation and force industries to seek alternative transport.
- Elia is establishing a high-voltage power line in Antwerp, connecting to Zeeland, to supply power to companies like BASF.
- SCS Global Services helps companies navigate CBAM regulations, while Elena Schmidt joins the firm and advises on ICAO CORSIA and Biomass Balance Standards with BASF.
- A new focus on the competitive sustainable coatings market involving BASF and Jotun, with Felix Lauterbach managing sustainability for BASF coatings.
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July 2026
11 events- BASF's global operations are centered in Ludwigshafen, where the company originated as Badische Anilin- & Soda-Fabrik.
- Drought threatens industrial production in western Europe, impacting major companies like BASF.
- ExxonMobil, BASF, and the global chemical industry are facing severe market challenges, including capacity cuts and downturn due to overcapacity.
- BASF is involved in the plastic circular economy, employing researchers who are leading plastic circularity programs.
- Hoechst and BASF dominate the synthetic dye industry, facing shifts in Indian market demand due to the current political climate.
- Low water levels in the Rhine river are disrupting vital supply chains, impacting Europe's largest economy and overall growth forecasts.
- A levy has been placed on manufacturers to fund the development of gas reserves in Germany.
- BASF's Care Chemicals division is managing responsible sourcing of renewable raw materials and engaging in sustainable farming projects in Asia.
- BASF and Coolblue are utilizing a system for digital twin development and demand forecasting.
- Lou Jianfeng holds degrees from both Zhejiang University and MIT, and he spent over two decades at BASF, having started his career at Arkema in 1998.
- BASF's coatings division has spun off, and the company retains a 40% stake in Surventis.
June 2026
13 events- BASF operates through its North American business unit.
- Standard Lithium appointed David Park as CEO and Director, while Michael Lutgring joined as General Counsel. The company is also linked to a divestiture involving BASF.
- Sinopec and BASF achieved mutual recognition on carbon footprint accounting to deepen green cooperation in Europe.
- BASF is providing solutions for the growing canola market, having conducted trials in the Northern Great Plains.
- BASF advances low-carbon operations in Guangdong and supports the green transformation of Chinese companies.
- The chemical industry is seeing market maturity in Europe, with companies like BASF and ExxonMobil leveraging chemical expertise and distribution while focusing on eco-friendly formulations.
- BASF and Bota Biosciences jointly announced the market launch of SkinNexus™ Collag3n.
- Tri-County Technical College and BASF announced a partnership to provide a skilled talent pipeline.
- DuPont, BASF, SAKATA SEED CORPORATION, and Syngenta are identified as key players in the market.
- PFAS contamination discovered in drinking water wells, leading to a class-action lawsuit settlement involving DuPont and BASF.
- BASF and Schneider Electric discuss renewable electricity sourcing and future vehicle electrification in Jinan.
- BASF advances low-carbon operations in Zhanjiang.
- Market movements on June 23, 2026, showed German stocks, including BASF and Deutsche Bank, dropping, while Capgemini surged in the French market.