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BASF to Cease Glufosinate-Ammonium Production in Germany
Vattenfall and BASF Contract Vestas for 15 MW Offshore Wind Turbines
24 June 2024
Biobased & Circular
Energy
112 V236-15.0 MW turbines will power 1.6M homes from 2028. Low-emission steel reduces CO2 footprint. Nordlicht 1 and 2 to produce 6 TWh/year, fully operational by 2028.
BASF Introduces Biomass-Balanced Ammonia and Urea Products
16 May 2024
Biobased & Circular
Food
Energy
The new biomass-balanced ammonia and urea products reduce carbon footprints by 80% using certified biowaste and renewable energy, aiding customers in meeting sustainability targets.
BASF Expands Basoflux® Production in Spain
7 May 2024
Specialties
The expansion will boost production of paraffin inhibitors, enhancing efficiency and flexibility. New solutions will support sustainable oil production, with first deliveries expected in early 2025.
IPP to Sell BASF's Ammonia, Methanol, and Melamine Plants in Germany
6 May 2024
Base chemistry
Specialties
Food
BASF's ammonia, methanol, and melamine plants in Ludwigshafen are for sale. The deal excludes financial details. The plants offer efficient production and are available for relocation.
BASF, SABIC, and Linde Launch World's First Electrically Heated Steam Cracking Furnace
17 April 2024
Biobased & Circular
Steam cracker
The new furnace at BASF's Ludwigshafen site uses renewable electricity to cut CO2 emissions by 90%, supported by a €14.8M German grant, aiming for industrial market maturity.
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bp adopts BASF's carbon capture for Teesside hydrogen project
22 February 2024
Biobased & Circular
Energy
Industrial gasses
The Teesside project aims for 1.2GW blue hydrogen by 2030, capturing up to 99.99% CO2 with OASE® technology. It targets decarbonizing industry and heavy transport, with operations planned for 2028.
BASF and Stena Recycling Partner to Recycle EV Batteries in Europe
9 January 2024
Base chemistry
Specialties
Biobased & Circular
Energy
The partnership aims to create a battery recycling value chain in Europe, focusing on high recovery rates of metals from lithium-ion batteries to support a circular economy for electric vehicle batteries.
BASF Secures Funding for 54-MW Hydrogen Electrolysis Plant
23 November 2023
Biobased & Circular
Energy
Industrial gasses
The 54-MW PEM electrolyzer will produce 8,000 metric tons of hydrogen annually, reducing CO2 emissions by 72,000 metric tons. The project receives €124.3 million in funding and aims to start in 2025.
BASF Expands Defoamer Capacity in Turkey
22 November 2023
Specialties
New production line in Turkey boosts defoamer output, meeting demand in SE Europe, Middle East, Africa. Reduces lead times, cuts transport emissions, and strengthens additives business.
bp selects Johnson Matthey’s LCH technology for H2Teesside hydrogen project
24 October 2023
Biobased & Circular
Energy
Industrial gasses
H2Teesside aims for 1.2GW hydrogen by 2030, aiding local decarbonization. The project leverages North Sea gas and carbon capture, targeting low-cost, efficient hydrogen production.
BASF Expands Ethylene Oxide Complex in Antwerp
16 October 2023
Base chemistry
The expansion adds 400,000 metric tons/year capacity, includes a second ethylene oxide plant, and creates 100+ jobs, supporting growth in Europe for detergent, automotive, and construction industries.
BASF to Build New Fermentation Plant for Crop Protection in Germany
12 October 2023
Food
The new plant will produce biological fungicides, seed treatments, and Inscalis® insecticide. It will employ 30 people and use renewable raw materials via fermentation, operational by late 2025.
BASF Sells Neopolen® Business to Knauf
27 September 2023
Specialties
The sale includes production facilities, products, IP, contracts, and trademarks. Around 40 employees will be affected. Completion is expected by March 31, 2024, pending regulatory approval.
BASF Expands Dispersant Production in Turkey
15 August 2023
Specialties
Doubling production capacity for water-soluble dispersants in Turkey to support detergent, cleaning, and chemical industries in EMEA by Q3 2023, enhancing supply flexibility and reliability.
BASF Opens Europe's First Combined Battery Materials and Recycling Center
29 June 2023
Specialties
Biobased & Circular
The new facility in Schwarzheide, Germany, produces high-performance cathode materials and recycles battery components, supporting Europe's battery value chain and reducing CO2 footprint.
BASF Expands Alkoxylate Production in Europe
6 June 2023
Specialties
Pharma
The expansion boosts capacity by over 150,000 metric tons annually, enhancing supply security and flexibility for European customers in various industries, including detergents, automotive, and construction.
ORLEN Południe Enhances Sustainable Propylene Glycol Production with BASF Technology
16 May 2023
Base chemistry
Biobased & Circular
The BioPG plant converts glycerol into renewable propylene glycol, reducing CO2 by 60%. It supports CO2 neutrality goals and meets 75% of Poland's propylene glycol needs.
BASF Expands Aroma Ingredients Production in China and Germany
7 March 2023
Specialties
New plants in China and Germany will boost citral production to 118,000 metric tons annually, enhance supply security, and support sustainable production with renewable electricity and advanced technologies.
BASF Reports 2022 Resilience, Implements Cost-Saving Measures in Europe
24 February 2023
In 2022, sales rose 11.1% to €87.3B, but EBIT fell 11.5%. High energy costs and impairments impacted earnings. Cost-saving measures aim to save €500M annually and reduce CO2 emissions by 4%.
EU Funds Awarded for Antwerp@C CO2 Export Hub
12 December 2022
Base chemistry
Industrial gasses
The EU granted €144.6M for building CO2 transport and export facilities at Antwerp port, aiming to halve CO2 emissions by 2030 with an initial capacity of 2.5 Mtpa, scalable to 10 Mtpa.
BASF and ARCUS Partner to Produce Pyrolysis Oil from Plastic Waste
5 September 2022
Base chemistry
Biobased & Circular
The agreement enables the supply of pyrolysis oil for BASF's Ccycled™ products, supporting circular economy goals and reducing CO2 emissions by recycling non-mechanically recycled plastic waste.
BASF, SABIC, and Linde Begin Construction of Electrically Heated Steam Cracker Plant
1 September 2022
Biobased & Circular
Steam cracker
Energy
The plant will use 6 MW of renewable energy to cut CO2 emissions by 90%. Funded by the German government, it aims to start in 2023, testing direct and indirect electric heating methods.
BASF Sells Nutrilife® Baking Enzymes to Lallemand
31 August 2022
Food
The transaction is set to complete by September 30, 2022. Lallemand aims to expand its enzyme portfolio and ensure a smooth transition for Nutrilife® customers.
BASF and enviaM Launch Solar Farm in Germany
25 August 2022
Biobased & Circular
Energy
A new solar farm with 52,000 photovoltaic modules will supply 10% of the Schwarzheide site's electricity needs, supporting BASF's sustainability goals and regional climate targets.
BASF Achieves Certification for Sustainable Coconut Oil in Italy
26 July 2022
Food
The site is certified by the Rainforest Alliance, promoting sustainable coconut oil for personal care. The initiative boosts farmer income and supports sustainable practices in the Philippines and Indonesia.
BASF Enhances Role in Nutrition, Flavor, and Fragrance Industries
21 July 2022
Food
The Nutrition & Health division consolidates operations, expands vitamin A and enzyme production, and forms global units for Nutrition Ingredients and Aroma Ingredients to drive growth and sustainability.
BASF Expands Vitamin A Plant in Germany
21 July 2022
Specialties
Food
The expanded plant will boost vitamin A powder production for animal nutrition, enhancing capacity and efficiency. The project aligns with market demands and sustainability goals.
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