Totalenergies Targets 7% Dividend Growth with €3.22/Share for 2024

The Board of Directors met on February 4, 2025, and decided to propose at the Shareholders’ Meeting on May 23, 2025, the distribution of a dividend of 3.22 €/share for fiscal year 2024, a 7% increase compared to the dividend for fiscal year 2023 of 3.01 €/share. This increase is comparable to the 7.1% increase for fiscal year 2023 versus 2022.

Consequently, taking into account the three interim dividends of 0.79 €/share previously decided by the Board of Directors, the final dividend for fiscal year 2024 will be 0.85 €/share, an increase of 7.6% compared to the final dividend of 2023 and the 3 interim dividends of 2024.

The Board of Directors highlights the growth of the dividend paid during years 2023, 2024 and 2025, which have increased or will increase by 7.1%, 7.0% and 7.2% respectively, the Board is considering a first interim dividend for 2025 (paid in the 4th quarter of 2025) at the level of the final dividend for fiscal year 2024.

Subject to approval at the Shareholders’ Meeting, the final dividend will be detached and paid in cash, according to the following timetable:

Shareholders             ADS holders

Ex-dividend date      June 19, 2025                 June 18, 2025

Payment date           July 1, 2025                     July 11, 2025

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Leadership Evolution: Aldo Empirico Takes Over Westfalia Fruit Germany

Westfalia Fruit is pleased to announce that Aldo Empirico has been appointed as leader of Westfalia Fruit Germany as of January 1st, 2025. Aldo, who has been with the business for 22 years has served as Managing Director for Westfalia Fruit Germany since 2020, together with Christoph Buchner, who has decided to leave the business as of December 31st 2024. Aldo will now lead the company’s operations and commercial activities in the country, building on the strong foundation established during his tenure.

“I am excited to step into the role of leading Westfalia Fruit Germany at this exciting time for the business,” said Aldo Empirico. “Germany represents a key market with enormous potential for growth, especially in avocado consumption. We are seeing increasing demand for avocados, and with a passionate and growing team, I am confident that we can continue to expand our presence and drive success in this vibrant market.”

Westfalia Fruit is committed to furthering its position in Germany, leveraging Aldo’s leadership and the dedication of its team to meet the rising consumer demand for avocados, guacamole and other fresh produce.

www.westfaliafruit.com.

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Four Ways Direct Mail Continues to Drive Engagement

By Erwin Busselot, Director Business Innovation & Solutions, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe

In an era dominated by digital strategies and communications, direct mail’s tangibility, creativity, and engagement, are among the reasons it remains relevant.

It is why Keypoint Intelligence recently found it continues to play a vital role in generating meaningful interaction as brands and marketers adapt to shifting customer expectations.

Its study reported that 16% of respondents always use direct mail in their marketing while 56% frequently incorporate it. Direct mail was very relevant for almost three-quarters of respondents. It was heavily favoured by mid-size utilities, with larger utilities adopting a mixed approach of frequent use and occasional campaigns.

Statista agrees that physical direct mail continues to hold significant value in the face of increased digital advertising. Projected ad spending in Europe’s direct mail advertising market is set to reach E12.78 billion by the end of 2024, with a modest CAGR of 0.22% to reach $12.93 billion by 2029.

Key to ensuring the relevance of direct mail strategies are the following four approaches:

1. Integrating with digital channels – Direct mail should complement digital campaigns, creating a seamless, multi-touchpoint experience for customers. For example, QR codes, personalised URLs, NFC enabled paper, or augmented reality elements can bridge the gap between physical and online engagement.
2. Harnessing clean data – Accurate, well-maintained customer data, from diverse sources that go beyond demographics – incorporating real time and behavioural insights to deliver more meaningful customer experiences – is crucial for targeting preferences. It will help tailor messaging that resonates with audiences.
3. Adapting to macro trends – As ecommerce grows, direct mail can support this shift by offering personalised promotions, loyalty incentives, or product highlights that align with consumer buying behaviours. Further, DM can help to recover abandoned online shopping baskets. If connected through an API interface with ecommerce software, modern VDP tools can dynamically create the appropriate print output; such as a postcard to remind the consumer to return to shopping.
4. Focusing on creativity – Innovative designs, interactive formats, and visually appealing layouts make direct mail stand out. Using textured materials, fold-out elements, or other engaging features such as digital embellishments captures attention.

In a world of fleeting digital impressions, direct mail provides a physical, lasting experience. It breaks through the digital clutter, offering something people can hold, explore, and remember.

Well crafted direct mail resonates with recipients, fostering a stronger connection, unlike digital ads that can feel impersonal. This is particularly true when campaigns are creatively designed and strategically timed, or when they lever insights into market changes, such as e-commerce growth, to provide relevant messaging. It gets results as I discussed here.

By positioning itself as a vital component of an integrated communications and marketing strategy, direct mail can continue to offer businesses a competitive edge, even in a digitally driven world. We know this for ourselves. The multifaceted mailer, pictured above, with all its different engaging components, was an integral part of our very successful launch of the RICOH Pro C9500 digital colour sheetfed press.

Discover more at Hunkeler Innovationdays from February 24 to 27, Lucerne exhibition centre, Switzerland. Join us in Hall 2, stand P6 and take a closer look at how Ricoh’s inkjet technologies, that include the webfed RICOH Pro VC80000 and RICOH Pro VC40000, and the RICOH Pro Z75 B2 press, the famous Dragon, can help direct mail retain its relevance.

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Urban Construction Goes Greener with Mecalac’s Expanded E-Series

MECALAC LEADS THE CHARGE IN ZERO- EMISSION URBAN CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

Mecalac has reinforced its position as a pioneer in sustainable construction with the industry’s first line of medium-sized electric machines: the 11-ton e12 excavator loader, demoed as a concept for the first time in 2018, the 1000-litre eS1000 swing loader, and the 6-ton eMDX cabbed dumper.

Now, the company is raising the bar again by introducing two new electric models: the first midi eMWR wheel excavator and the eS900tele telescopic loader.

MECALAC E-SERIES SPEED UP THE MOVE TOWARDS MORE SUSTAINABLE JOBSITES FOR ALL

Mecalac is entering a new chapter of its history by granting its concepts one of its most beautiful letter patent of nobility: “e” for electric, “e” for zero emission and “e” for emblematic.

Mecalac’s E-Series meet the three key requirements for the urban jobsites of today and tomorrow:

Autonomy, Performance and Compactness.

CLOSING THE GAPS IN ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT

While electric equipments are gaining traction, most solutions are limited to mini products incapable of replacing the diesel machines working on urban sites due to their small size and insufficient autonomy, typically lasting just a few hours. Mecalac identified these gaps and launched an ambitious R&D program to deliver the first medium-sized electric line that meets real-world jobsite demands.

TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS IN EFFICIENCY

One of the biggest obstacles to medium-sized electric machines has been balancing power demands with op- erational autonomy. Mecalac tackled this challenge with innovative hydraulic systems and smart energy manage- ment, dramatically reducing energy consumption while maintaining peak performance and extending work hours.

COMPREHENSIVE, ZERO-EMISSION SOLUTIONS

With 2 excavators, 2 swing loaders, and a site dumper now in its portfolio, Mecalac extends the first full medium lineup of emission-free machines capable of handling all critical urban earthmoving tasks—digging, loading, and hauling—on a practical scale.

TELESCOPINC SWING LOADER

MECALAC SWING LOADERS: A NEW LEGACY

Mecalac’s swing loaders are renowned for their exceptional stability, surpassing traditional loaders, and for their unmatched mobility thanks to three steering modes and a short turning radius. Their hallmark swing design enhances maneuverability, eliminating the need for constant repositioning during loading and unloading cycles—an essential advantage on urban worksites. The ability to simultaneously drive, maneuver, and swing the boom cements their leadership in this category.

Designed in 2022, the eS1000 marked a new step in Mecalac’s journey toward sustainable innovation. This 100% electric swing loader pairs a 75 kWh battery with three independent electric motors—dedicated to the implements, transmission, and swing system—ensuring a seamless simultaneous operation and optimal efficiency throughout an entire day’s work. The eS1000 sets a new standard for sustainability and productivity in compact construction equipment.

Building on this success, Mecalac introduces the eS900tele Telescopic Swing Loader, a compact wheel loader that combines the swing boom concept with the versatility of a telescopic boom.

eS900TELE: VERSATILITY AND PRECSION

The eS900tele sets a new benchmark for zero-emission performance in urban jobsites. Its telescopic boom features high reach with pallet forks, enabling precise.

handling in tight spaces and adaptability across a broad range of tools and applications. With a maximum lift.

height of 4.72 m (15’5”), the strong telescopic arm,

featuring Z-kinematics, ensures smooth, parallel lifting and precise material placement. The 180° swing function expands the effective working area, making it ideal for confined worksites. Designed for stability and reliability, the eS900tele effortlessly handles even the most demanding tasks.

YEAR-ROUND PERFORMANCE FOR MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS

Whether working on earthmoving projects, clearing streets in summer, snow removal and salting in winter, or mulching and landscaping in spring, the eS900tele excels in year-round municipal applications. Its remarkable versatility, combined with zero-emission technology, makes it a vital asset for municipalities and contractors seeking an environmentally friendly, high- performance solution for diverse jobsite needs.

https://www.mecalac.com/

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Mecalac eMWR: Powering the Next Generation of Construction

EMWR WHEEL EXCAVATOR REDEFINING URBAN EXCAVATION

Mid-sized wheeled excavators are essential for urban jobsites. Yet, their electric alternative do not exist today. These machines demand substantial power, which necessitates large batteries—an inherent challenge for their compact design. Balancing battery capacity, autonomy, performance, and cost control has been a long-unsolved equation.

Mecalac’s R&D efforts have addressed this challenge, culminating in the eMWR: the first 100% electric midi wheeled excavator that delivers mobility, power, and efficiency in a compact package.

RECONCILING COMPACTNESS WITH BATTERY RANGE

In traditional midi wheeled excavators, the diesel engine is housed in the upper structure. However, the compact, rounded design of this machine class leaves no room for the large batteries required for electric operation. Mecalac has addressed this by reengineering the architecture, relocating the batteries to the undercarriage—a pioneering approach that transforms the machine’s design.

This new configuration not only accommodates larger batteries but also lowers the center of gravity, improving stability and maneuverability.

INNOVATION EXPERTISE BACKED BY TECHNOLOGY

Positioning the batteries in the undercarriage is more than a design choice—it’s an engineering milestone. By consolidating all key power functions in one location, Mecalac has reduced the risks associated with excess wiring and connectors, ensuring durability and reliability. The two Lithium-ion batteries are regulated by an advanced temperature management system that preserves performance and extends service life.

Cooling circuits housed in the upperframe transport fluids to the undercarriage through the swivel joint—a sophisticated solution that ensures effective thermal regulation without compromising functionality

FAST CHARGING FOR MAXIMUM COST EFFICIENCY

The eMWR’s battery capacity has been carefully optimized to deliver a full day’s work on a single charge Combined with fast-charging capabilities, this ensures maximum uptime and cost efficiency. Given that batteries represent a significant share of the total cost of electric machinery, this design strikes an ideal balance between autonomy and affordability.

The energy management on the eMWR enables to drive and work simultaneously seamlessly. While one electric motor powers the implements, a second drives the new electric transmission, providing unmatched traction force and energy recovery during braking. This dual-motor setup ensures peak efficiency and smooth performance.

SUSTAINABILITY AT EVERY STAgE

The eMWR is manufactured in Europe, adhering to strict EU regulations and using European-sourced components, including its batteries. With most parts and hydraulic components produced within a 30km radius of the factory, the machine’s logistical footprint is significantly reduced.

Beyond emissions-free operation, the eMWR offers reduced vibration, noise, and maintenance, making it ideal for urban environments. Operators, residents, and jobsite stakeholders benefit from its quieter, cleaner performance, enhancing the overall urban experience.

MECALAC’S VISION FOR THE FUTURE

The eMWR reflects Mecalac’s unwavering commitment to innovation and sustainability. By providing a high- performance, compact, and cost-effective electric solution, Mecalac is making cutting-edge electric technology accessible to all.

www.mecalac.com

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Meet the 12-Series: Mecalac’s Most Advanced Machines Yet

The wheel excavator loader concept reflects Mecalac’s commitment to providing efficient solutions that simplify and accelerate work.
Combining innovation and performance, the 12MTX has become a legendary machine, trusted by businesses of all sizes, from small contractors to global enterprises. True to the heritage of Mecalac excavator, the new generation is designed to ensure every customer finds the ideal fit for their business, with three models to choose from: the 12MSX, the 12MTX and the 12MRX.

More than just an excavator, the 12-Series features the most compact excavators in the world. It stands out for its unique wheel excavator loader concept, offering unrivalled versatility combined with exceptional performance and productivity:

• More than just an excavator: compact and powerful, it can work outside and parallel to the machine foot print area and can be fitted with buckets of up to 750 litres (0.98yd).
• More than a loader: 360° rotation, maximum dumping height and static loading thanks to its innovative kinematics.
• More than just a telescopic handler: impressive lifting capacities, enhanced safety and easy handling of the forks under ground level.
• More than just a tool carrier: greater versatility with the CONNECT quick coupler, Mecalac Tiltrotator compat-ibility and optimised ground speed management inde- pendent of attachment feed.

“The 12-Series confirms our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. We are proud to offer three new versions of our iconic excavator, each designed to meet specific objectives while respecting the quality and safety standards for which Mecalac is renowned. The 12-Series stands out for its innovative features and is our key asset for all urban worksites”, says Alexandre Marchetta, President of the Mecalac Group.

3 VERSIONS, 1 UNPARALLELED STANDARD

Building on its commitment to efficiency and versatility, Mecalac has tailored its approach to meet the unique needs of diverse business profiles while ensuring each of the three models delivers on the brand’s promise of quality, reliability, and safety, featuring consistent excellence across the line.

All three models retain the key features that defined the success of the 12MTX concept: the capability to dig, load, and handle while excelling as the ultimate tool carrier. With a simple click, operators can transform the machine into an excavator, a loader, or telehandler and benefit from the best of each function in any circumstance. With the 12-Series, the whole becomes greater than the sum of its parts. This is the result of the synergy between design, architecture and functionality.

12MSX
SMART INVESTMENTS START HERE: MASTER PERFORMANCE FOR ALL
The 12MSX is tailored to customers looking for best- in-class products that are simple, durable, reliable and easy-to-use, while offering an attractive return on investment. Gateway to enhanced profitability, the 12MSX allows to do more than with a traditional 10-t excavator at the lowest cost for the 12-Series.

12MTX
POWER BLEND OF LEGACY WITH CUTTING- EDGE TECHNOLOGY
The ultimate versatile and efficient 12MTX as renowned by customers, elevated to the next technologic level with new versatility options like joystick steering, boom float or the Mecalac Tiltrotator for unprecedented efficiency.

12MRX
ACCELERATE YOUR BUSINESS: ON THE FAST LINE TO PRODUCTIVITY
The 12MRX is designed for customers who demand peak productivity and embedded cutting-edge technology. It retains all the benefits of the 12MTX while adding a bigger pump for the implements speed, wide heavy duty axles for a ground speed up to 40km/h (25mph) and more traction.
A single machine for digging, loading, handling and carrying tools. In the context of climate change, where the need to reduce CO2 emissions is a major global challenge, these machines represent a real asset. Less emissions, less noise, less maintenance and fewer movements on construction sites.

THE LATEST MECALAC TECHNOLOGIES
The new 12-Series can be equipped with Mecalac’s latest technologies, including:

joystick Steering: steer the machine with the joystick, without having to remove the hands from it.

Boom Suspension: redefines comfort while travelling by reducing the bouncing effect.

Boom Float: lets the boom cylinder go freely for faster and easier finishing works and less stress and vibrations on the equipment High efficiency auxiliary line, with an additional tool leak return line for attachments, free of pressure. Boosts your hydraulic power by about 40% for work tools with continuous flow.

Automatic reversing fan: Reverses the airflow to blow out accumulated debris or dust, reduce dust clogging on radiators and ultimately heat in the system.

https://www.mecalac.com/

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A Bold New Direction: Mecalac’s Revolving Design

Backhoe loaders have been best-sellers due to their ability to load and dig with just one machine. Yet switching between these functions requires numerous laborious, repetitive tasks, performed dozens of times a day. This has proven to be a a deterrent for many, contributing to declining sales. Mecalac’s Revo990 revolutionizes the operator experience with a rotating cab, eliminating the hassle and providing a seamless operation never seen before.

Since their creation in the 50s, all backhoe loaders are based on a traditional tractor design fitted with a loader arm at the front and an excavator boom at the rear. This leads the operator who sits in-between to turn around to switch from one function to the other – causing five significant drawbacks.

• It forces operators to repeat a long sequence of tasks many times just to turn the seat
• This action is demanding and exposes operators to muscular pains
• The process is slow, more than 10 seconds, keeps interrupting the operation and annihilates the fast cycle times these powerful machines are capable of
• Operators cannot drive the machine in digging mode: when facing the excavator end, they have no access to the steering wheel and pedals
• Direct visibility on the tool is hindered when using the boom angled to the side

Many customers have expressed frustration over this, as it hampers performance and comfort. Addressing these issues was key to restoring the full product capacities and operators’ experience.

Mecalac redesigned the architecture to shift the burden from operator to technology. This innovative design merges the operator and cockpit, rotating as one to enhance performance, comfort, and safety. Unique in the world, the Revo990 sets a new standard for the industry, exceeding user expectations.

SEAMLESS OPERATION

The Revo990 functions as a high-reach excavator and a powerful loader, seamlessly transitioning between the two functions in just a few seconds. At the core of its design is a commitment to operator comfort, exemplified by the innovative one-touch seamless cab rotation.

This groundbreaking feature enables operators to maintain optimal posture when swinging from one function to the other, significantly minimizing the risk of back and neck strain caused by uncomfortable twisting.

SEAMLESS 360° VISIBILITY

The Revo990 backhoe’s rotating cab offers an unparalleled view of the jobsite and on-going operations.

SEAMLESS DRIVINg

Repositioning a traditional backhoe loader requires operators to rotate their seat multiple times—a time- consuming and cumbersome process. The Revo990 eliminates this hassle with its groundbreaking design.

OPERATORS CAN DRIVE SEAMLESSLY IN BOTH MODES, REgARDLESS OF CAB POSITION.

While digging trenches, the Revo990 lets operators repo- sition the machine to continue digging further along the trench without having to stop to turn the seat and switch to loader mode or to push themselves forward awkward- ly with the backhoe. All driving controls remain within reach whatever the mode, streamlining movement and eliminating interruptions. It is even possible to maneuver with the cab swung at a 90-degree angle, making it ideal for tasks alongside roads, such as ditch cleaning.

With the Revo990 backhoe, working on the move knows no limits!

https://www.mecalac.com/

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Wire & Tube Mexico 2025 Brings Together Industry Experts

Strong together in the Mexican market

Decision-makers from around the world will meet at CINTERMEX Centro Internacional de Negocios in Monterrey from 11 to 13 February 2025 to experience the latest technologies, trends and solutions from the wire, cable, tube and pipe industries. An extensive supporting programme with conferences, workshops and networking events will accompany the trade fairs, which will be presented together for the first time as a trade fair duo as part of the established Mexican trade fair Expo Manufactura.

Latin America, with its 19 countries, is considered an international growth market. Mexico, in particular, with its open, free-trade-oriented economic policy, plays a central role in the global supply chain as an industrial location. The North American country offers optimal conditions for expanding international trade relations.

his is where wire and Tube Mexico 2025 provide the ideal platform for strengthening existing business relationships and making new contacts. Over 140 international exhibitors will be demonstrating how innovatively, sustainably and digitally their industries produce on around 1,600 square metres. This means that the space for wire and Tube Mexico is fully booked.

The exhibition halls will focus on high-performance materials and technologies in wire and cable production, efficient solutions for tube processing, and automation, digitalisation and sustainability in manufacturing.

Take the opportunity to meet at decision-maker level, get valuable inspiration, network intensively and exchange knowledge,’ says Daniel Ryfisch, Director wire, Tube & Flow Technologies at Messe Düsseldorf, looking forward to the start of the Mexican trade fair duo.

Country pavilions from Germany, Italy, Austria, France and Brazil as well as a group stand of the International Wire and Machinery Association (IWMA) reflect the global spectrum of the wire and tube industry. Here, companies from different nations present their solutions, technologies and services to promote international cooperation.

https://wire-tube-mexico.com/

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ERA Recognizes Anilox as a Key Industry Member

The European Rotogravure Association (ERA) is pleased to announce that Anilox, a leading prepress and roller production company based in Žminj, Croatia, has joined as its newest member. Founded in 1990, Anilox has grown from a local business into a regional leader in prepress and production of rollers for flexible packaging and the decorative industry.

Over the past three decades, Anilox has built a reputation for innovation, quality, and customer focus. By continuously evolving and working within an innovative environment, Anilox has developed the ability to offer customized solutions tailored to the specific needs of each customer. This adaptability has allowed the company to foster strong relationships with its clients, helping it expand beyond local markets and gain international recognition.

Anilox’s core activities include prepress as an integral part of the production process and the manufacture of rollers for flexible packaging printing, featuring gravure designs created during the prepress phase. With a long-term strategy focused on market expansion, particularly into Western Europe, Anilox aims to solidify its position as a top provider of highly adaptable solutions for customer printing needs.

ERA is happy to welcome Anilox to the association and looks forward to the valuable contributions they will bring to the rotogravure industry.

https://www.tlsanilox.com/en/

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LG Chem Reinforces Global Leadership in Sustainable Chemistry

Expanding GIC’s Impact in East Asia with LG Chem’s Leadership in Sustainable Innovation

The Global Impact Coalition (GIC), a CEO-led collaborative platform for a net-zero chemicals future, is proud to announce LG Chem as its newest member. As one of the world’s largest chemical companies and a leader in sustainable materials, LG Chem’s membership sends a strong signal to Asia and the broader industry that global collaboration is essential to developing sustainable and commercially viable solutions.

This milestone reinforces GIC’s growing global impact and highlights the importance of international partnerships in scaling up solutions to reduce emissions. Notably, LG Chem is the first Korean company to join GIC, further cementing its commitment to fostering global collaboration for climate action.

Advancing sustainable materials and reducing carbon footprints across the value chain are critical to achieving net-zero success. LG Chem has long been a pioneer in sustainable innovation, from producing bio-based and recycled plastics to developing solutions that contribute to global energy transition goals. Through its membership in the GIC, LG Chem will collaborate with global industry leaders to scale sustainable technologies and explore new circular business models. LG Chem will work with other industry leaders on topics including sustainable methanol, improving end-of-life plastics recycling and utilizing AI to guide value creation along the chemicals value chain.

Hak Cheol Shin, Vice Chairman and CEO of LG Chem, stated: “Joining the Global Impact Coalition reflects LG Chem’s dedication to leading the way in sustainability. The GIC provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with peers and co-create solutions to accelerate the transition to a circular, net-zero future. We’re eager to bring our expertise in sustainable materials to the GIC and contribute meaningfully to the GIC’s mission.”

Incubated at the World Economic Forum, GIC was founded by some of the world’s leading chemical companies to tackle critical challenges to advance towards a circular and net-zero future. By fostering collaborative projects and developing new business models, GIC provides a platform for co-creation and commercialization of transformative technologies. GIC members include BASF, SABIC, Clariant, Covestro, LyondellBasell, Mitsubishi Chemical Group, Sabanci Holding, Syensqo, SUEZ and Siemens Energy.

Charlie Tan, CEO of the Global Impact Coalition, welcomed LG Chem to the platform: “We are honored to have LG Chem join the Global Impact Coalition. Their presence strengthens GIC’s global reach, particularly in East Asia, a region central to the chemical sector’s future. Together, we can fast-track the chemical sector’s transition to a circular and low-carbon economy.”

www.lgchem.com.

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