Petrochemicals
ITT completes acquisition of SPX FLOW
In December 2025, ITT announced it had entered into a definitive agreement to purchase SPX FLOW for a total consideration of $4.775 B, funded through a combination of cash and equity.
Secure the future of process automation through IT/OT convergence
In the processing industries, operational technology (OT) systems that control and automate physical industrial operations have traditionally been isolated from information technology (IT) systems that manage data and enterprise-level functions. This separation was largely driven by cybersecurity concerns, leading to strict controls on OT networks and limiting their ability to connect with broader IT infrastructure.
Valmet launches Valmet FlexBatch 8, the latest version of its advanced batch automation and recipe management software
Operators increasingly expect batch control software that offers broad adaptability and works seamlessly within the distributed control system (DCS) responsible for coordinating and automating plant activities.
Dimensional Energy and Idemitsu partner on low‑carbon fuels and materials
Leveraging each company’s technological expertise, business assets, and regional networks, both parties seek to create new value that contributes to betterment of the environment and sustainable development of the society and economy of the Americas.
Clariant achieves EU Commission approval for renewable rice bran wax additives in food-contact plastics
This authorization, published in the (EU) 2026/245 amending Annex I to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 on February 2, 2026 positions Clariant's Licocare RBW product line as a sustainable and compliant solution for applications intended to come into contact with food across the European plastics industry.
- Fluor signs long-term program management consultancy contract with Saudi Aramco 7/7
- ADNOC signs 15-yr SpA with with INPEX for Ruwais LNG project 7/7
- ADNOC, XRG and Mitsui sign SCA to explore growth opportunities across the energy value chain 7/7
- AMETEK Process Instruments introduces explosion proof 993X series of gas analyzers for Zone 1 applications 7/7
- Draeger launches all-in-one single-entry portal for digital applications, services and support 7/7
- Yokogawa awarded main automation contractor for $13-B Commonwealth LNG project (U.S.) 7/7

