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BASF Group releases preliminary figures for second quarter of 2025 and adjusts outlook for full-year 2025
Ludwigshafen – July 11, 2025 – BASF has released preliminary figures for the second quarter of 2025. Sales declined by 2.1% in the second quarter of 2025 to €15.77 billion (Q2 2024: €16.11 billion). This resulted from negative currency effects in all segments and lower prices, particularly in the Chemicals segment. Volumes increased slightly compared with the prior-year quarter, mainly thanks to considerable volume growth in the Agricultural Solutions and Surface Technologies segments. According to Vara, analysts had expected sales of €15.80 billion on average for the second quarter of 2025.
BASF Coatings champions collaborative innovation in sustainable two-tone painting – recognized with award
BASF Coatings, in collaboration with Renault Group and Dürr, had redefined the future of automotive manufacturing with the Overspray-Free Application (OFLA) process (also known as Jetprint at Renault). The trio was awarded the “Trophée de l’Industrie s’engage 2025” in the Innovative Process category at the “L’industrie s’engage par l’Usine Nouvelle” event in June 2025. The award recognizes the Overspray-Free Application process – a breakthrough in sustainable application technology that redefines how two-tone vehicle painting is performed, setting a new benchmark in production by lowering operational cost and process time for the automotive OEM, while also reducing the environmental impact.
BASF strengthens liquid enzyme portfolio for the laundry and cleaning industry
Ludwigshafen am Rhein, July 10, 2025 – By expanding its product portfolio for liquid enzymes, BASF is further strengthening its position as an innovation leader and provider of essential ingredients for the home care and I&I industry.
Chemetall site in China receives recognition from Pinghu Dushan Port government for its commitment to drive sustainability
Zhejiang Chemetall Surface Treatment Materials Co., Ltd, the Pinghu site of the Surface Treatment global business unit of BASF’s Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, has been recognized for its commitment to sustainability by the Economic Development and Ecological Environment Bureau in Pinghu Dushan Port, China. The site was commended for its pioneering efforts in achieving 100% renewable electricity coverage powered through the purchase of green electricity and implementation of photovoltaic power generation systems, serving as a reference for green and low-carbon transformation to other chemical firms in the industrial district.
BASF closes purchase of DOMO Chemicals’ shares in Alsachimie joint venture
Ghent and Waterloo, Belgium; July 1, 2025 – BASF has finalized the purchase of DOMO Chemicals’ 49% share in the Alsachimie joint venture, making the company the sole owner of the production entity for essential polyamide (PA) 6.6 precursors, including KA-oil, adipic acid, and hexamethylenediamine adipate (AH salt) in Chalampé, France. The parties have agreed to not disclose financial details of the transaction.