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Antimony: Finding its Place in the World's Critical Minerals Footprint

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While not as well-known as some other critical minerals such as lithium or nickel, antimony is crucial in industrial and military applications, including flame retardants, solar glass, ammunition and lead-acid batteries.

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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  • California Spars with Federal Government Over Fossil Fuels

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    The federal government is moving forward with several fossil-fuel related projects in California. The state's governor, however, said the Trump administration is looking for cover from the fallout from the war in the Middle East.

    By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

  • Supreme Court to Weigh In on Climate Change Lawsuit Against Oil Companies

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    The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a lawsuit about whether federal law preempts state law in climate change litigation involving three oil companies. The case is scheduled to be argued in the high court's term that begins this October.

    By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

  • India Prioritizes Domestic Gas Use Over Industry

    Published

    The European Union (EU) has unveiled its much-anticipated Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA), designed to stop the erosion of its industrial sectors by mandating that a significant proportion of goods and services supplied for publicly-funded projects come from the EU.

    By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

Novonor Exits Control of Braskem in Deal With IG4 Capital

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Brazilian private equity firm IG4 Capital has reached an agreement that could reshape the ownership structure of petrochemical giant Braskem, paving the way for IG4 to assume joint control of the company alongside state-run oil major Petrobras.

By Mariana Soko, Chemical Processing Industry Manager - Latin America

Novonor vende el control de Braskem a IG4 Capital

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La firma brasileña de capital privado IG4 Capital ha alcanzado un acuerdo que podría redefinir la estructura accionaria del gigante petroquímico Braskem, allanando el camino para que IG4 asuma el control conjunto de la compañía junto con la petrolera estatal Petrobras. La operación marcaría la salida de Novonor, anteriormente conocida como Odebrecht, como accionista controlador de Braskem, aunque mantendría una participación minoritaria.

By Mariana Soko, Chemical Processing Industry Manager - Latin America

Thailand's Petrochemical Industry Faces Strains

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With the recent conflict in the Middle East leading to the closure of Strait of Hormuz, Thailand's petrochemical industry has shifted from prospective growth to a heavy operational burden.

By Ralph Diasanta, Research Specialist

Zambia Targets 10 GW of Power Generation Capacity by 2030

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The Government of Zambia has announced an ambitious plan to increase its electricity generation capacity to approximately 10,000 megawatts (MW) by 2030, aiming to address persistent power shortages and support long-term economic growth.

By Yogesh Kumar, Lead Researcher-Power

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U.S. T&D Kickoffs Aim to Boost Efficiency, Reduce Congestion

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Industrial Info is tracking more than $10.5 billion worth of U.S.-based T&D projects that are scheduled to begin construction in the second quarter of 2026, with Xcel Energy leading in total investment value.

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Tropical Cyclone Narelle Intensifies Over Coral Sea, Threatens Northern Australia

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Tropical Cyclone Narelle is strengthening over the Coral Sea and is forecast to strike far northern Queensland late this week.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

  • India Prioritizes Domestic Gas Use Over Industry

    Published

    The European Union (EU) has unveiled its much-anticipated Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA), designed to stop the erosion of its industrial sectors by mandating that a significant proportion of goods and services supplied for publicly-funded projects come from the EU.

    By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

  • Zambia Targets 10 GW of Power Generation Capacity by 2030

    Published

    The Government of Zambia has announced an ambitious plan to increase its electricity generation capacity to approximately 10,000 megawatts (MW) by 2030, aiming to address persistent power shortages and support long-term economic growth.

    By Yogesh Kumar, Lead Researcher-Power

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California Spars with Federal Government Over Fossil Fuels

Published

The federal government is moving forward with several fossil-fuel related projects in California. The state's governor, however, said the Trump administration is looking for cover from the fallout from the war in the Middle East.

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

  • Supreme Court to Weigh In on Climate Change Lawsuit Against Oil Companies

    Published

    The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a lawsuit about whether federal law preempts state law in climate change litigation involving three oil companies. The case is scheduled to be argued in the high court's term that begins this October.

    By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

  • India Prioritizes Domestic Gas Use Over Industry

    Published

    The European Union (EU) has unveiled its much-anticipated Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA), designed to stop the erosion of its industrial sectors by mandating that a significant proportion of goods and services supplied for publicly-funded projects come from the EU.

    By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

  • TotalEnergies Resilient Against War

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    TotalEnergies downplayed the impact of the war on its operations in the Middle East, though it remains active in the region.

    By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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IIR's March 2 Market Scorecard Brings You Breaking Geopolitical News

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Stay current with the latest geopolitical events, and more importantly, instantly connect to how these events may impact you and your business strategies.

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

  • Europe's Hydrogen Industry Bands Together

    Six of Europe's leading makers of electrolysers used for clean hydrogen production have formed the Electrolysers for Europe (E4E) coalition, to pressure the European Union (EU) into ramping up its support for European-made technology and projects.

    By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

    Published February 18, 2026 Read Article
  • Presidents Day Weekend Storm Threats Loom for Southeast, East Coast

    A winter storm is expected to move from the U.S. Southwest across the southern Plains and into the East this weekend. This system is forecast to bring heavy rain and localized flooding.

    By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

    Published February 12, 2026 Read Article
  • CMPC lanza megaproyecto para planta de celulosa

    CMPC avanza con una inversión significativa de R$25 mil millones para construir una nueva planta de celulosa en Barra do Ribeiro, en el estado de Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil.

    By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

    Published February 09, 2026 Read Article
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India Prioritizes Domestic Gas Use Over Industry

Published

The European Union (EU) has unveiled its much-anticipated Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA), designed to stop the erosion of its industrial sectors by mandating that a significant proportion of goods and services supplied for publicly-funded projects come from the EU.

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

  • Delek Looks to Improve Refining, Midstream Operations in 2026

    Delek US is looking a series of developments in 2026 that executives believe will boost its operational performance, particularly in the Permian Basin, and give its midstream business more flexibility.

    By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

    Published March 06, 2026 Read Article
  • War Spilling Over to Retail Gas Prices

    Retail gasoline prices in the U.S. jumped more than 7% in response to the escalation of fighting in the Middle East. Oil prices, however, took a breather after security proposals for Persian Gulf shipping.

    By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

    Published March 05, 2026 Read Article
  • Saudi Refinery Closed after Drone Attack

    Large-scale military operations from the United States and Israel on Iran during the weekend are threatening the broader region.

    By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

    Published March 02, 2026 Read Article
  • U.S. Calls for Caribbean Energy Partnerships

    While both Cuba and Venezuela are under considerable pressure, the United States wants to set up energy partnerships in the region.

    By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

    Published February 27, 2026 Read Article
  • See More Refining News

Featured Story

Novonor Exits Control of Braskem in Deal With IG4 Capital

Published

Brazilian private equity firm IG4 Capital has reached an agreement that could reshape the ownership structure of petrochemical giant Braskem, paving the way for IG4 to assume joint control of the company alongside state-run oil major Petrobras.

By Mariana Soko, Chemical Processing Industry Manager - Latin America

  • Novonor vende el control de Braskem a IG4 Capital

    Published

    La firma brasileña de capital privado IG4 Capital ha alcanzado un acuerdo que podría redefinir la estructura accionaria del gigante petroquímico Braskem, allanando el camino para que IG4 asuma el control conjunto de la compañía junto con la petrolera estatal Petrobras. La operación marcaría la salida de Novonor, anteriormente conocida como Odebrecht, como accionista controlador de Braskem, aunque mantendría una participación minoritaria.

    By Mariana Soko, Chemical Processing Industry Manager - Latin America

  • Thailand's Petrochemical Industry Faces Strains

    Published

    With the recent conflict in the Middle East leading to the closure of Strait of Hormuz, Thailand's petrochemical industry has shifted from prospective growth to a heavy operational burden.

    By Ralph Diasanta, Research Specialist

  • Iran War Upends Global Agriculture by Delaying Key Chemicals

    Published

    The military conflict spreading across the Middle East is posing a major risk to agriculture, as the production of fertilizer and other major components is threatened by shipping issues.

    By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

  • See More Chemical Processing News

Featured Story

Antimony: Finding its Place in the World's Critical Minerals Footprint

Published

While not as well-known as some other critical minerals such as lithium or nickel, antimony is crucial in industrial and military applications, including flame retardants, solar glass, ammunition and lead-acid batteries.

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

Featured Story

Trade Court Rules Importers are Due U.S. Tariff Refunds, With Interest

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A federal trade court has ordered the U.S. government to refund, with interest, all levies paid by importers under a 1970s-era law used by the president but recently struck down the U.S. Supreme Court.

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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U.S. Customs Says It Needs Time to Refund Tariffs

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A federal trade court was told March 6 that it would take about 45 days to reconfigure the systems and processes used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection before it could begin making refunds on tariffs it has collected.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Babcock & Wilcox Signs $2.4 Billion Deal to Support Applied Digital Data Centers

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Babcock & Wilcox has agreed to design, procure and construct four 300-megawatt natural gas-fired power systems to support Applied Digital data centers.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

  • Oil, Grains Boost Exports at Port of Vancouver

    Vancouver said it saw a record number of cargo ships sending various goods across the globe last year. Amid tariff disputes, Canada is working to double the amount of non-U.S. trade.

    By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

    Published March 11, 2026 Read Article
  • U.S. Customs Says It Needs Time to Refund Tariffs

    A federal trade court was told March 6 that it would take about 45 days to reconfigure the systems and processes used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection before it could begin making refunds on tariffs it has collected.

    By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

    Published March 10, 2026 Read Article
  • Flagship Stargate Data Center Campus Expansion in Texas is Questioned

    In a response to a Bloomberg story released Friday, Oracle said that plans for the flagship Stargate Project data center campus in Abeline, Texas, remain in place, but the report of the cancellation of an expansion at the facility may be old news for Industrial Info subscribers.

    By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

    Published March 10, 2026 Read Article
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Helium Investments Gain Momentum as Supply Surge Meets Market Dynamics

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The universe's second lightest element, helium, a non-flammable and noble gas, is witnessing an uptick in global demand fueled by industries like semiconductors, electronics, healthcare and aerospace.

By Sharun Anthony, Content Editor

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U.S. Eyes South America's Critical Minerals

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The United States eyes South America's critical minerals resources amid geopolitical tensions, ambitions to expand influence and vast opportunities.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Billions Could be Invested in Brazil's Mining Industry by 2032

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Brazil expects US$47.6 billion in mining investments through 2032, generating more than 48,000 jobs and leveraging its vast critical mineral resources for the energy transition.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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TotalEnergies, Iraq Oil Output, Equinor: Your Daily Energy News

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Scan through a selection of energy-related news highlights that we think will interest our readers.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

  • U.S. Gas Markets Insulated from War

    Published

    U.S. natural gas markets are shielded from the conflict in the Middle East, with domestic prices up only 5.8% since fighting began last week. It's a different story entirely in Europe.

    By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

  • Europe's Wind Energy Grows in 2025

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    Europe added 19.1 gigawatts (GW) of new wind energy in 2025, with spending topping 45 billion euro (US$52 billion).

    By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

  • See More Europe News
  • Europe Faces New Gas Crisis

    Soaring oil and gas prices have raised fears that Europe could be facing a gas crisis on a scale not seen since 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine.

    By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

    Published March 09, 2026 Read Article
  • Italy's Energy Decree Threatens EU Power Market

    Italy's government has approved its 3 billion euro (US$3.5 billion) Energy Decree that will attempt to lower power prices for homes and businesses by compensating gas-fired power companies for their carbon emissions costs.

    By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

    Published March 09, 2026 Read Article
  • Middle East Conflict Creates LNG Bottleneck

    The war in Iran is causing many disruptions in the energy sector. Crude oil leads the concerns, but a bottleneck in liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports from the region is also a big concern.

    By Jesse Broehl, News Editor

    Published March 06, 2026 Read Article
  • Norway Takes First Steps Towards Nuclear Power

    Norway has greenlit an impact assessment for a nuclear power plant based on small modular reactor (SMR) technology in the Aure and Heim region of the country as it inches closer to accepting nuclear power as a future power source.

    By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

    Published March 04, 2026 Read Article
  • European Gas Prices Surge 45% on Iran Conflict

    European gas prices surged by up to 45% in recent days after QatarEnergy called a halt to production at its Ras Laffan LNG plant in Qatar following drone attacks by Iran.

    By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

    Published March 03, 2026 Read Article
  • See More Europe News

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Commodity Rally Pauses on Trump's Insurance Proposal

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Crude oil prices moderated on Wednesday after the U.S. government floated the idea of backing insurance for Persian Gulf shippers, though the lull may be short-lived.

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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IEA Sees Supply-Side Squeeze Coming from War

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After the market ran a surplus through 2025, the outbreak of war in the Middle East could easily flip it to a deficit. Global crude oil prices are up 15% since the fighting began.

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Giant Australian Energy Hub Starts Next Phase

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Planning permission has been granted to French developer Neoen for the second phase of the Goyder Renewables Zone (GRZ) of wind, solar and battery storage projects in South Australia.

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor


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