Industry - Nyland South Energy

Braskem Advances Sustainability and Competitiveness with Low-Carbon Initiatives and Biopolymer Expansion in 2025

Braskem reinforces its global leadership in petrochemicals through breakthroughs in energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and expanded biopolymer capacity. With initiatives such as the award-winning Vesta project and an ongoing portfolio increase of renewable-based products, the company is positioned to meet rising demands for sustainable solutions while maintaining operational resilience in volatile markets. Braskem, the largest […]

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Brazil, Economy, Industry

IG4 Capital Set to Take Control of Braskem Amid Strategic Restructuring and Increased Petrobras Involvement

Braskem is undergoing a pivotal ownership transition as IG4 Capital finalizes an agreement with key creditor banks, marking the imminent exit of Novonor from the petrochemical giant’s controlling position. This change, alongside planned operational integration with Petrobras, positions the company to address significant financial and industry challenges in the near term. After nearly eight years

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Industry, Politics, Uruguay

Uruguay Launches $1.5 Million Program to Boost Mipyme Export Expansion and Job Creation

Uruguay has initiated “Uruguay al Mundo,” a $1.5 million interinstitutional program aimed at accelerating the internationalization of micro, small, and medium enterprises (mipymes). This initiative, s… Uruguay has initiated “Uruguay al Mundo,” a $1.5 million interinstitutional program aimed at accelerating the internationalization of micro, small, and medium enterprises (mipymes). This initiative, scheduled for a call

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Argentina, Industry, Politics

Argentina Advances Labor Reform Amid Industry Challenges and Investment Incentives

The Argentine government, under President Javier Milei, finalized a comprehensive labor reform bill submitted to the National Congress on December 11, 2025. The proposed legislation seeks to modernize… The Argentine government, under President Javier Milei, finalized a comprehensive labor reform bill submitted to the National Congress on December 11, 2025. The proposed legislation seeks to

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Brazil, Industry, Markets

IG4 Capital Secures Control of Braskem Through R$20 Billion Debt Acquisition from Novonor Creditors

The investment manager IG4 Capital concluded negotiations to acquire approximately R$20 billion in debts owed by Novonor, formerly Odebrecht, to major Brazilian banks including Itaú Unibanco, Santande… The investment manager IG4 Capital concluded negotiations to acquire approximately R$20 billion in debts owed by Novonor, formerly Odebrecht, to major Brazilian banks including Itaú Unibanco, Santander, Bradesco,

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Argentina, Brazil, Industry, Markets

Brazil’s judicial approval clears path for Argentine control of cement leader Loma Negra

Brazil’s Bankruptcy and Judicial Recovery Court in São Paulo has ratified the restructuring plan of InterCement, the Brazilian firm controlling 52% of Argentina’s largest cement producer, Loma Negra…. Brazil’s Bankruptcy and Judicial Recovery Court in São Paulo has ratified the restructuring plan of InterCement, the Brazilian firm controlling 52% of Argentina’s largest cement producer, Loma

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Argentina, Industry, Politics

Adecoagro and ACA Acquire Full Control of Profertil in $1.2 Billion Deal as YPF Focuses on Vaca Muerta

Adecoagro and the Asociación de Cooperativas Argentinas (ACA) completed the acquisition of 100% of Profertil S.A., the leading Argentine producer of urea and ammonia fertilizers, following YPF’s sale… Adecoagro and the Asociación de Cooperativas Argentinas (ACA) completed the acquisition of 100% of Profertil S.A., the leading Argentine producer of urea and ammonia fertilizers, following YPF’s

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Industry, Markets, Peru

Peru Advances Sustainable Industrial Development with Pilot Project Reducing Emissions and Driving Economic Savings

After five years of implementation, Peru’s pioneering Sustainable Industrial Zones project has demonstrated clear environmental and economic benefits by transforming traditional industrial areas in Li… After five years of implementation, Peru’s pioneering Sustainable Industrial Zones project has demonstrated clear environmental and economic benefits by transforming traditional industrial areas in Lima and Callao into models of

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Industry, Markets, Paraguay

Paraguay Set to Host Latin America’s Largest AI Data Center Powered by Itaipú Hydroelectric Energy

Paraguay is rapidly emerging as a key regional hub for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure following a landmark agreement with U.S.-based startup X8 Cloud Infrastructure to develop the largest… Paraguay is rapidly emerging as a key regional hub for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure following a landmark agreement with U.S.-based startup X8 Cloud Infrastructure to develop the

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