A tough market doesn't slow Eastman down
8Its strong first-quarter performance highlights operational excellence and cost discipline
8Amid rising global tariffs, Eastman sharpens its focus on cash flow to power a resilient 2025

8BASF India's acquisition of BASF Agricultural Solutions India is expected to complete by May 2025
8This move will strengthen its agricultural business and enable the demerger

Chennai Petroleum Announces Final Equity Dividend After Robust FY 2024-2025 Results
8The Board Declares 50% Dividend Following Solid Performance

8Bihar gets a boost with BPCL's new LPG facility—slated for completion by 2027
8This project is set to deliver cleaner energy, local jobs, and reduced carbon emissions

8India Ratings has affirmed the credit rating of Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers' Non-Convertible Debentures at INDAA (Stable)
8The rating reflects the company’s strong financial position and stability in the fertilizer sector

8Styrenix Performance Materials’ rating remains stable after acquiring INEOS Styrolution (Thailand)
8The deal strengthens its liquidity, but the focus now shifts to turning around operations

Microplastics, less than 5mm in size, are causing irreversible damage to both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems
8What is the true cost of this contamination to global biodiversity?
8Can we curb the tide before it's too late?
8Find out what this report has to say

8FAI program on business intelligence, forecasting, and planning for fertiliser sector [FAI]
8Current news on the latest developments in fertiliser, energy, weather, agriculture [FAI]
8Deepak globalchem pte. ltd. incorporated in singapore as wholly-owned subsidiary [Deepak Fertilizer]
8DMSL raises rs.800 crores via CCDs from tata capital and SCM growth llp with structured option agreement [Deepak Fertilizer]
8Appointment of non-official independent director [MFL]
8Audio recording of analysts/investors call [RIL]
8Review of ratings by CRISIL ratings [PIIL]

8Confirmation with regards to not being a “large entity” [HOEC]
8ROU gazette notification issued for MSAA EPS–btsad pipeline in andhra pradesh [Gazette]

SSP/GSSP Expansion Project
8Cost: Rs. 50Cr.
8Project Event: The project has received the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the environmental clearance proposal. Due to ongoing evaluations, the environmental clearance is now expected by July 2025 instead of April. The RFQ for the contractor is likely to be issued in August 2025.
NPK Plant Greenfield Project
8Cost: Rs.1200Cr.
8Project Event:Detailed engineering is nearing completion, with most engineering deliverables either finalized or in advanced stages of review. Procurement activities remain on track, with over 70% of long-lead items already ordered and delivery timelines confirmed. Civil foundation work is progressing rapidly across key plant areas, including the reactor, granulation unit, and control room. Structural fabrication and erection have commenced, particularly for non-process buildings and utility areas. Site mobilization for mechanical works has also begun, setting the stage for major equipment erection in the next quarter. The project continues to target commissioning by December 2026, with construction activities ramping up in line with the project schedule.

8Project Name: Unnao District City Gas Distribution
8Project Cost: Rs 250 crore Click here for more details

8Project Name: Faizabad and Sultanpur District City Gas Distribution
8Project Cost: Rs 250 crore Click here for more details

8Here's what's happening today in the E&P, midstream-downstream, and CGD section

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This is what happens when you are new to offshore E&P
8This offshore survey tender underwent a dramatic transformation, with water depths for two key blocks quietly revised from shallow 100m zones to ultra-deep ranges exceeding 3000m.
8This tectonic correction led to a threefold increase in survey grid size, from 1.5 km² to 3 km², forcing bidders to recalibrate vessel specs, sensor depths, and cost assumptions.

8The tender allows up to two more drilling service sets to be added within a year, without triggering a new bid process—subject to mutually agreed rates capped at the original award
8And what it does is to relax the requirement of sourcing some materials form brands such as NOV, Derrick, and Swaco, allowing ‘substantially equivalent’ makes instead. This could open doors for lower-cost or local vendor

8Lummus' technology is is so sensitive, the NDA prohibits even internal use for patent drafting or derivative design work. Any breach?
8Automatic reassignment to the licensor.
8Also, the pocurement tender is by invitation only — unsolicited bids are auto-ignored. A closed circuit for an IP-heavy tender.
8The NDA enforces compliance with anti-bribery laws like the US FCPA and UK Bribery Act. Enforcement sits squarely in New Delhi via DIAC.

8Find out how that has happened

Only 10% of global methane from oil and gas comes from flaring. The real offender: venting from upstream operations, now under global regulatory fire.
8LNG’s image as a bridge fuel is under threat. Methane leakages, especially from onshore oil and gas, could derail claims of low-carbon credibility.
8Satellites now monitor flaring and fugitive emissions globally. As their accuracy improves, non-reporting companies may find nowhere to hide.
8Methane’s warming potential depends on how it’s measured. Using a 20-year horizon instead of 100 could triple LNG’s reported emissions footprint.
8Global LNG exporters show huge variation in emissions. Yet few offer transparent, asset-level data. The EU may soon force disclosure.

New rules will be forcing a new divide in LNG trade.
8Between verified, low-emission cargoes and opaque, high-intensity gas.
8Exporters without transparent methane data risk market access, penalties, and falling behind.

8The price of SBS LG501, produced by LG Chem, saw a notable decrease in the Delhi market today

8Isophthalic Acid (IPA) prices in Mumbai have been on the rise, influenced by a combination of material shortages and increased production costs

8In a remarkable turnaround, the Delhi chemical market has recorded a fall in prices of Monostearin (grade 40%) after a period of price stability.

8In the latest development within the Delhi chemical market, the price of mancozeb, a widely used agricultural fungicide, has increased

8Carbendazim prices were quoted lower in the Mumbai market today