US’ Huntsman launches fire-resistant coating for EV batteries

Huntsman has launched POLYRESYST EV5005, a new intumescent polyurethane coating for EVs, offering passive fire protection without design compromise.
Fast-curing and spray-applied, it enhances battery safety and structural integrity.
The system will debut at The Battery Show Europe, alongside Huntsman’s full range of polyurethane solutions for EV batteries.Read More

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SCZONE, Shaoxing BEIQI sign $7 million deal for RMG facility

Egypt’s SCZONE and China’s Shaoxing BEIQI Textile Co. have signed a $7 million deal to establish a garment facility in West Qantara, creating 3,000 jobs and producing 10 million garments annually.
This marks the 21st project in the zone, totalling $603.5 million and over 30,600 jobs. West Qantara’s strategic location makes it a key hub for labour-intensive industries like textiles.Read More

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Australia’s CPI steady at 2.4% in Apr; rebates mask true power prices

Australia’s CPI rose 2.4 per cent annually to April 2025, unchanged for three months, as per ABS data.
Underlying inflation indicators—trimmed mean and CPI excluding volatile items—both rose 2.8 per cent.
Housing inflation increased to 2.2 per cent, while new dwelling prices saw modest growth.
Electricity prices fell 6.5 per cent due to rebates, and automotive fuel prices dropped 12 per cent annually.Read More

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