Chemical Industry Leaders Converge: Europe Seeks Independence Amid Global Shifts!

The 18th Annual India Chemical Industry Outlook Conference, held on March 4-5, 2025, at JW Marriott, Mumbai, brought together over 700 global leaders to discuss innovation, investments, and sustainability in the chemical sector. Organized by the Indian Chemical Council, the event featured keynote ad...

The 18th Annual India Chemical Industry Outlook Conference, held on March 4-5, 2025, at JW Marriott, Mumbai, brought together over 700 global leaders to discuss innovation, investments, and sustainability in the chemical sector. Organized by the Indian Chemical Council, the event featured keynote addresses and panel discussions on critical industry topics. A notable focus was Europe’s efforts to achieve strategic independence in chemicals amidst rising competition from China and the U.S. Experts highlighted Europe’s challenges, including high energy costs, regulatory hurdles, and declining investments. The EU’s Clean Industrial Deal and Transition Pathway for Chemicals were presented as key strategies to boost competitiveness and green innovation. India’s robust growth in specialty chemicals and government-backed initiatives like PLI schemes were also showcased as models for global collaboration. Source: Indian Chemical Council, Consultancy.eu