Oxea appoints Michael McHenry as its new CEO
Global oxo intermediates and derivatives manufacturer Oxea has appointed Michael McHenry as its new chief executive officer, effective 15 August 2025. The leadership change signals a fresh chapter for the
Aviation sector calls for urgent SAF policy action in EU
Europe’s aviation industry has issued an urgent plea for accelerated policy action to boost the deployment of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), warning that without targeted support, the region risks falling
EU adopts GHG rules for low-carbon fuels assessment
The European Commission has adopted a delegated regulation detailing how greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions savings from low-carbon fuels must be calculated across the European Union (EU). The methodology
NUS researchers reveal breakthrough in CO₂-to-fuel conversion
Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has unveiled a new method for turning carbon dioxide (CO₂), a major greenhouse gas, into valuable liquid hydrocarbons—key components in fuels such as petrol
Hanoi to subsidise 450,000 motorbike switch before 2026 ban
Hanoi is preparing to launch a major subsidy programme to replace around 450,000 petrol-powered motorbikes with electric models ahead of a sweeping internal combustion engine (ICE) motorcycle ban set to begin on 1 July 2026. The
GS Caltex to start Indonesia biofuel plant in Q3 2025
South Korean energy giant GS Caltex is set to launch operations at its new biofuel refinery in Indonesia by the third quarter of 2025. Located in the
Vibra explores Moove acquisition after Cosan cancels IPO
Brazilian fuel retailer Vibra Energia has reportedly begun preliminary discussions with Cosan S.A. regarding the potential acquisition of its lubricants unit, Moove, according to Brazil Journal. The report indicates that Vibra is exploring the purchase of either a minority stake
Couche-Tard pulls bid for Seven & i over lack of engagement
Alimentation Couche-Tard has formally withdrawn its proposal to acquire Japan’s Seven & i Holdings, the parent company of 7-Eleven, following what it described as months of unreciprocated efforts to pursue a friendly transaction. In a letter dated 16 July 2025,
Castrol launches MHP oils for four-stroke marine engines
Castrol has introduced a new range of marine lubricants designed for the next generation of four-stroke medium-speed engines running on distillate fuels and alternative energy sources. The Castrol MHP range—comprising MHP 1-30 and MHP
IMCD appoints new regional presidents for EMEA and APAC
IMCD N.V., a global distributor of speciality chemicals and ingredients, has announced senior leadership changes to support its continued international growth