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Key Trends in Energy and the Chemical Value Chain

Innovation

The energy sector and the chemical industry needs leaders who can inspire, understand trends and disruptive change, and who are not afraid to fail. Fast, open innovation through collaboration, novel processes, and AI are just some of the elements that will redefine the future for energy and chemical companies and downstream processors.

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Solving the Digital Dilemma

Competition is causing leaders to embrace digital technology. Across the integrated supply chain, automation and digital technologies already contribute to efficiency; now entire business processes require a re-think. A holistic approach led by executives with the skills to work across functional boundaries and integrate data along the entire value chain will enable agile companies to compete.

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Sustainability

It’s time to embrace sustainability as a way of being. Consumer pressure and increasing legislation leave the industry with no other option. Whether its responding to climate change, air pollution or calls for a circular economy, energy transition and a sustainable approaches have become a condition for being in business. Handling the consequent complexity requires leaders with values that go beyond the bottom line.

When it comes to sustainability, we aspire to the same standards as our clients. We are proud to have been awarded a Bronze rating by Ecovadis in 2022.

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Innovation

The energy sector and the chemical industry needs leaders who can inspire, understand trends and disruptive change, and who are not afraid to fail. Fast, open innovation through collaboration, novel processes, and AI are just some of the elements that will redefine the future for energy and chemical companies and downstream processors.

Latest News in Energy and Chemical Value Chain

October 10, 2026

AkzoNobel to sell SE Asia Paints business to Nippon Paint for $1.35 Billion

Energy & Chemical Value Chain

The agreements encompass AkzoNobel’s Decorative Paints business in seven countries: Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Papua New Guinea and Australia. AkzoNobel will retain full ownership of its Coatings activities and Global Business Services organization.

October 10, 2026

Sika acquires UK-based polymeric sands manufacturer

Energy & Chemical Value Chain

Azpects manufactures and distributes a range of easy-to-use polymeric paving joint compounds and complementary landscaping products for the construction and maintenance of patios, pathways and driveways, Sika said. It serves a customer base through established trade distribution channels that reach landscaping contractors across the UK, Sika added.

October 10, 2026

Corbion CEO Olivier Rigaud to step down in 2027 as succession process begins

Energy & Chemical Value Chain

Corbion CEO Olivier Rigaud will not seek a third term at the food ingredients company, with his current appointment due to end at the company’s Annual General Meeting on 12 May 2027. Rigaud has informed Corbion’s Supervisory Board that he intends to hand over leadership of the business after eight years as chief executive.

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