- In September 2023, Air Liquide's cylinder treatment program, showcased at the recent Laborama event, emphasizes the importance of ensuring stability and shelf life for calibration gases used in emissions measurement equipment. Recognizing the reactivity of compounds such as hydrogen chloride (HCL), Air Liquide employs various techniques such as vacuuming, heat treatment, internal polishing, etching, and coating to modify the internal surface of cylinders. Marketed under the Aculife and AlphaTech brand names, these treatments are backed by scientific data and offer a consistent three-year shelf life globally
- In November 2021, Linde India (subsidiary of Linde) has finalized a Business Transfer Agreement with HPS Gases Ltd., based in Vadodara, effective November 1, 2021, for the acquisition of its entire packaged gases business and specific distribution assets, totaling an aggregate cash consideration of USD 3.3 Million. This strategic move includes additional agreements such as the Asset Purchase Agreement, Non-Compete Agreement, and Agreement for Product Supply and Purchase
