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Firefighting gear manufacturers, including 3M and DuPont affiliates, seek dismissal of a Montana class action lawsuit alleging they concealed PFAS chemical dangers in protective gear. Plaintiffs, including Butte-Silver Bow and other municipalities, claim PFAS in the gear causes health risks, while defendants argue plaintiffs lack standing as indirect purchasers. The case may be consolidated with other national PFAS-related lawsuits.

New York's attorney general is suing 3M, DuPont, and other companies over so-called forever chemicals, alleging they knowingly sold harmful substances.

New York sued 3M and DuPont over contamination of the state’s drinking water with toxic PFAS chemicals, alleging increased cancer risks and other health issues. The lawsuit claims the companies knew of the risks but failed to warn consumers and continued using PFAS in products like nonstick cookware and fabric treatments.

Post-it Notes originated from 3M scientists Spencer Silver and Art Fry, with Silver developing an adhesive and Fry using it to solve a choir practice problem. The product, first sold in 1980, now sells nearly 100 billion annually.

Honeywell CEO Vimal Kapur addressed shareholder pressure from Elliott Investment Management to split the company's aerospace and automation divisions, confirming that Honeywell Aerospace will launch as a separate entity on June 29. Kapur emphasized that the restructuring was already underway before Elliott's 2024 letter, aligning with a broader trend of industrial conglomerates like 3M and GE breaking into focused entities.

Australia is suing 3M for $1.4 billion over contamination caused by 'forever chemicals' in firefighting foam at defense bases. The government alleges the chemicals, used in the foam, have caused environmental and health harm.

Australia is suing 3M for $1.4 billion over contamination from 'forever chemicals' in firefighting foam used at defense bases. The government alleges environmental harm caused by the chemicals, which are linked to long-term pollution.

Benchmark crude oil prices increased as Iran targeted a US airbase following American airstrikes, causing commercial traffic in the Strait of Hormuz to nearly halt. Australia filed legal action against 3M over 'forever chemicals' in firefighting foam, and Brazilian President Lula da Silva endorsed expanded oil and gas exploration in the Amazon.

Australia has filed a $1.4 billion lawsuit against US-based 3M, the maker of Post-it notes, over the use of 'forever chemicals' in its products. This marks the largest legal case brought by the Australian government against a company.

The Australian government has sued 3M for over $2 billion in damages over PFAS chemical contamination at defense bases, citing environmental and economic harm. This is the largest legal claim ever filed by the federal government.

Australia is suing US-based 3M for $2 billion over contamination caused by PFAS chemicals in firefighting foam used at defense sites. The case involves dozens of locations affected by 'forever chemicals.'

Australia has filed a A$2 billion lawsuit against US-based 3M, alleging contamination of defense sites with 'forever chemicals' in its firefighting foam. This case is the largest legal action ever taken by the Australian government against a corporation.

Australia has filed a A$2 billion lawsuit against US-based 3M, accusing the company of contaminating defense sites with 'forever chemicals' in firefighting foam. This marks the largest legal case ever brought by the Australian government against a foreign corporation.

Amazon is expanding its shipping network to offer services to other companies, competing with logistics giants like DHL, UPS, and FedEx. The new Amazon Supply Chain Services will provide freight, distribution, fulfillment, and parcel shipping to businesses of all sizes. This move allows Amazon to monetize its vast fulfillment network.

Amazon has opened its logistics network to other businesses, with Procter & Gamble, 3M, Lands' End and American Eagle being the first to sign up. This move allows these companies to utilize Amazon's logistics capabilities. The partnership is expected to enhance their supply chain efficiency.