The EU’s new Sustainable Transport Investment Plan aims to accelerate clean fuel adoption in shipping, prompting industry praise amid calls for increased funding and stronger supply mandates to meet decarbonisation targets. The European Commission’s recently unveiled Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP) has been broadly welcomed by the maritime sector as a constructive initial step towards the decarbonisation of waterborne transport. Presented in early November 2025, STIP sets a strategic framework aimed at accelerating the uptake of renewable and low-carbon fuels, particularly focusing on aviation and maritime transport as key sectors in the EU’s energy transition agenda. According to the Commission,…

A new IEEFA report warns that tightening global carbon regulations and supply chain emissions could threaten South Korea’s tech exports and economic stability, urging urgent decarbonisation strategies. South Korea faces mounting challenges linked to supply chain carbon risks that could profoundly impact its economic viability and the competitiveness of its critical tech industries, notably the semiconductor sector. A recent Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) report has underscored that expanding global carbon regulations and stricter greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting, particularly the inclusion of indirect emissions known as Scope 2 and Scope 3, might significantly heighten these risks,…

Aviaan’s specialised pitch deck service is helping construction materials manufacturers secure capital by highlighting operational efficiencies, sustainability credentials, and scalable growth in a capital-intensive industry facing rising green demand. The construction materials manufacturing sector remains a fundamental pillar of global infrastructure development, propelled by accelerating urbanization, population growth, and an urgent drive toward sustainable building solutions. Companies engaged in producing essential inputs such as cement, prefabricated components, smart materials, and specialized insulation are grappling with the need for substantial capital investments. These investments extend to machinery, manufacturing facilities, and inventory, making the sector highly capital-intensive. Securing investment, from private equity,…

The European Sustainability Reporting System E5 mandates companies within the EU to enhance transparency on resource use and circularity, signalling a strategic shift towards sustainable resource management and increased regulatory scrutiny. The European Sustainability Reporting System (ESRS) E5: Resource Use and Circular Economy, part of the broader Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), represents a pivotal moment in how companies manage and report their environmental impact within the European Union. While the CSRD expands the scope and depth of sustainability reporting, ESRS E5 zeroes in on a fundamental business challenge: how resources are sourced, utilised, and ultimately reclaimed or discarded. At…

The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism is projected to generate up to €75 billion a year by 2035, influencing global trade, industry competitiveness, and climate goals amid complex economic and geopolitical challenges. The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is poised to become a significant revenue source for Brussels and member states, potentially raising as much as €75 billion annually by 2035, according to recent research. This development underlines the growing role of trade-related carbon policies in the EU’s broader industrial decarbonisation strategy, reflecting the bloc’s determination to tackle carbon leakage and global emissions. The revenue projections vary…

As Europe navigates tightening climate regulations and ambitious targets, innovative partnerships with climate tech startups are becoming key to transforming regulatory challenges into competitive advantages and driving the continent’s net-zero future. Europe is increasingly positioned to lead the global transition towards a resilient, net-zero future, underpinned by strong climate action imperatives. The continent’s trajectory is shaped by an escalating climate crisis, a tightening regulatory environment, and rising consumer demand for sustainable products and services. For Europe-based corporations, meeting these demands necessitates not only commitment but also bold, strategic action, leveraging proven sustainable solutions that integrate seamlessly with their core business…

UK manufacturing has tentatively entered growth territory for the first time in over a year, driven by a fragile recovery, technological optimism, and ongoing policy challenges, as sector resilience is tested by global and domestic pressures. UK manufacturing has tentatively entered growth territory for the first time in over a year, according to the latest data from the S&P Global UK Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). In November 2025, the index rose to 50.2 from 49.7 in October, nudging above the critical 50 mark that signals expansion in the sector. This development marks the end of a prolonged period of…

With lithium-ion batteries reaching their limitations, innovative long-duration solutions like compressed air energy storage and hybrid systems are increasingly attracting investment and policy support to accelerate the clean energy transition. The limitations of lithium-ion batteries in scaling up energy storage solutions have become increasingly apparent, driving the industrial decarbonisation sector to explore longer-duration alternatives. While lithium-ion battery energy storage systems (BESS) have powered much of the recent growth in utility-scale storage, their typical four-hour duration and safety concerns, exemplified by the 2025 fire at California’s Moss Landing site, the world’s largest lithium-ion installation, have cast a spotlight on other technologies…

Mitsubishi Gas Chemical completes a major capacity boost at its Thai subsidiary, reflecting broader global investments in advanced materials to support the growing semiconductor and electronics sectors amid ongoing industry realignment. Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Co. (MGC) has recently completed a significant expansion at its subsidiary MGC Electrotechno (Thailand) Co. (ETT), doubling production capacity for bismaleimide triazine (BT) materials used in semiconductor packages. This step underscores MGC’s strategic focus on supporting the semiconductor industry with advanced materials that are critical for high-performance electronic components. This expansion in Thailand complements MGC’s ongoing efforts worldwide to bolster the production of ultrapure chemicals essential…

As regulatory deadlines approach, businesses are turning to innovative digital platforms to develop reliable, standardised supplier emissions data systems in a race against time to meet 2026 reporting requirements and decarbonisation goals. As the 2026 compliance year approaches, Scope 3 emissions reporting is emerging as a critical priority for thousands of companies worldwide, particularly those with extensive and complex supply chains. Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect greenhouse gas emissions occurring across a company’s value chain, typically constitute the majority of a business’s carbon footprint. The growing regulatory landscape and evolving corporate expectations mean that supplier emissions are no longer…