We would like to share with you the latest developments regarding our upcoming Oleochemical Conference, which will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026 . The conference will kick off precisely at 09:00 with the first presentation. We would be pleased to welcome you beforehand for coffee and informal discussions from 08:00. Please find below the latest tentative agenda . We expect the conference to conclude at 17:30. Lauric oils dynamics: a new cost paradigm? Dr Julian Conway McGill, CEO, Glenauk Economics Global oleochemical market outlook Mr Samuel Chevigny, Director, HBI & OLEOLINE Group Downstream use of oleochemicals / Strategic sourcing in a context of uncertainty. Oleochemical production technologies: efficiency, flexibility, and competitiveness. Mr Jean De Bièvre, Product Manager Oleochemicals, Desmet Hydrogenation landscape and nickel catalyst demand. Dr Sandeep Kabra, CEO, Suhans Chemicals The Indian market paradox. Mr Vinay Kumar Mallavarapu, Managing Director, HBI India Liquid storage of oleochemicals in a fragmented market environment. Ms Suzanne Lucassen, Sales Manager, Vopak Nederland BV Glycerine: from by-product to strategic contributor. Mr Jonathan Heming, CEO, HBI & OLEOLINE Group We expect further changes to this tentative Agenda. Tickets are on sale at €1,500 per person (excluding VAT), including one-day conference, breakfast, lunch and drinks at Châteauform’ Mery-sur-Oise. For any additional requests (accommodation, participating companies), please contact Céline Heming .

We extend our sincere thanks to the organizers and participants, as well as to all HBI–OLEOLINE clients and partners for their trust and support during our plenary session on Tuesday, 10 February, where we presented our latest Oleochemical Market Outlook. Drawing on HBI’s brokerage activity of 800,000 MT last year and OLEOLINE’s market intelligence capabilities, our objective was to provide a grounded and pragmatic perspective on a market facing increasing structural pressure. 5 key takeaways for 2026 Access to feedstock remains the primary competitive advantage and the main constraint for producers. Elevated oleochemical prices are weighing on demand, particularly in price-sensitive applications. Overcapacity continues to exert significant pressure on producers’ margins. Trade policies in net-importing countries are delivering limited tangible benefits to stakeholders. Value creation is increasingly shifting upstream, towards PALM and PKO sellers. ✔️ While short-term volatility persists, the structural trajectory remains unchanged: oleochemicals continue to establish themselves as a strategic and sustainable alternative to petrochemicals.  🌍 In an increasingly fragmented and fast-moving global environment, HBI and OLEOLINE remain committed to supporting their clients and partners in anticipating market shifts, securing flows, and navigating complexity with confidence. The discussion continues.

Nous sommes ravis de participer à nouveau cette année au POC du 9 au 11 février, soutenant activement nos clients et partenaires dans leur navigation sur le marché oléochimique. Comment ? 1️⃣ Partager notre rapport sur les oléochimiques – Acides Gras 📄 Fournir une vue claire et actionable du marché pour vous aider à préparer vos réunions et négociations. 2️⃣ Une délégation internationale d'HBI sur place 🌏 Nos équipes seront disponibles tout au long de l'événement pour répondre à vos questions, échanger des avis et discuter des dynamiques du marché. 3️⃣ Des expertises sur scène 🎤 Notre collègue samuel chevigny fera une présentation le 10 février à 15h05, partageant son analyse d'expert et ses points clés sur le marché oléochimique. 📩 N'hésitez pas à nous contacter par message privé pour planifier une réunion. À bientôt à Kuala Lumpur.

Not every broker works the same way. At HBI and Oleoline Group , we don’t buy or sell. We connect - bringing clarity, timing, and trust to every negotiation in the bio-renewables market: glycerine, oleochemicals, vegetable oils, and catalysts. Our commission isn’t a hidden margin. It’s the value of independence, expertise, and access - so both buyers and sellers can make confident, fair decisions. In every market cycle, our role stays the same: to make trade transparent and forward-looking. Curious about how brokerage adds value in your market? Let’s talk.

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HBI connects global actors in the biorenewables market, offering brokerage, insights and tailored support to build a trusted, efficient, and sustainable value chain.

This week, we publish the 150th edition of our quarterly glycerine report, a flagship study that has guided decision-makers for almost four decades. Since 1986, have worked to bring clarity to a market that is as complex as it is volatile. Preparing this milestone edition, we even came across one of our very first reports from 1990 — a reminder of how far both the glycerine market and Oleoline have come. The quarterly report is more than a publication. It is the foundation of the authority and trust that allow us today to publish ten other weekly reports, covering glycerine, oleochemicals, and the wider family of biorenewables. This milestone is above all a tribute to the clients and partners who have placed their confidence in us over the years. Your trust is what has allowed us to build continuity and credibility across the industry. Here’s to the next 150 editions, and to continuing to share knowledge and connect the global biorenewables community.

Summer is the perfect time to take the pulse of the refined glycerine market and get ready for smart decisions in September. Discover below a summary of the last publication of Oleoline Europe – Refined glycerine prices remain high, with different grades starting to converge in value. August spot availability is tight, supporting firm prices across all qualities. Suppliers are holding their ground, while buyers hesitate, judging current offers too expensive. Availability may improve in the coming weeks, but most grades still face supply challenges. China – Prices remain mostly stable. Some producers may restart operations in the coming days or weeks, raising concerns of increased supply and potential price drops. Demand remains weak, with most buyers in a wait-and-see mode. USA – Strong demand, especially for bulk GMO grade, and tightening supply keep upward pressure on prices. With non-GMO tariffs from Malaysia and Indonesia at 19%, many buyers are securing volumes ahead of Q4, further tightening South-East Asian supply. While a few U.S. producers are offering selectively for year-end, most remain cautious, and buyers are reluctant to commit at today’s price levels. Global picture – With buyers mostly waiting and sellers holding firm, the refined glycerine market is in a holding pattern at historically high price levels. Interested in receiving the entire report with price indication? Please contact Ganesh Gawande . Want to speak to a broker to explore sourcing or selling opportunities? Contact Jonathan Heming

We’re proud to announce that HBI has for the 3rd year earned the EcoVadis Bronze Medal.