BASF news (page 2)

• 24 February 2023

  BASF Reports 2022 Resilience, Implements Cost-Saving Measures in Europe

  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%.
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  12 December 2022

  EU Funds Awarded for Antwerp@C CO2 Export Hub

  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.
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  5 September 2022

  BASF and ARCUS Partner to Produce Pyrolysis Oil from Plastic Waste

  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.
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  1 September 2022

  BASF, SABIC, and Linde Begin Construction of Electrically Heated Steam Cracker Plant

  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.
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  31 August 2022

  BASF Sells Nutrilife® Baking Enzymes to Lallemand

  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.
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  25 August 2022

  BASF and enviaM Launch Solar Farm in Germany

  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.

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  21 July 2022

  BASF Enhances Role in Nutrition, Flavor, and Fragrance Industries

  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.
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  20 June 2022

  BASF to Build Battery Recycling Plant in Germany

  The new plant in Schwarzheide will create 30 jobs, start in early 2024, and support a circular economy by recycling key metals from batteries, reducing CO2 footprint and dependency on mined raw materials.
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  9 June 2022

  BASF Expands Optical Brightener Production in Monthey

  Increased production capacity for Tinopal® CBS optical brighteners meets rising global demand, overcoming COVID-19 and supply chain challenges. Ideal for detergents, it supports EU Ecolabel standards.
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  4 May 2022

  BASF Expands Methane Sulfonic Acid Production in Germany

  Increased global demand for methane sulfonic acid drives production expansion to 50,000 metric tons annually at Ludwigshafen. MSA is a biodegradable, high-performance acid used in various industries.
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  15 March 2022

  BASF Expands Plastic Additives Capacity in Italy and Germany

  Increasing production of light stabilizers to meet rising demand, enhance supply security, and improve operational efficiency for durable plastics in automotive, construction, and greenhouse applications.
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  10 March 2022

  EU Innovation Fund Awards Climate Action Projects

  The EU Innovation Fund selected 7 projects for EUR 1.1 billion in grants to advance technologies in energy-intensive industries, hydrogen, renewable energy, and carbon capture.
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  1 March 2022

  BASF Expands Alkylethanolamines Production in Antwerp

  The new plant will boost global alkylethanolamines capacity by 30% to 140,000 metric tons annually, meeting rising demand in water treatment, detergents, and gas treatment.
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  22 February 2022

  Antwerp@C Advances CO2 Reduction at Port of Antwerp

  Antwerp@C begins engineering studies for CO2 infrastructure, aiming to cut emissions by 50% at Port of Antwerp by 2030. The project includes a central backbone, liquefaction unit, and maritime facilities.
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  15 February 2022

  BASF and NEVEON Collaborate on Mattress Recycling Pilot in Berlin

  The project aims to create a closed-loop system for mattress recycling, recovering polyols from used foams to produce new high-quality mattresses. A take-back pilot launches in Berlin.
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  14 February 2022

  BASF Opens New 2-Mercaptoethanol Plant in Ludwigshafen

  The new plant, operational since Q4 2021, replaces the 40-year-old facility, maintaining a 10,000 metric ton capacity. It enhances supply reliability for plastics, crop protection, oilfield chemicals, and coatings.
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  1 February 2022

  BASF Expands Polyamide Portfolio in Europe with Solvay Acquisition

  BASF will market new polyamide and polyphthalamide grades in Europe, enhancing its plastics portfolio for various industries, including E&E and automotive, following the acquisition of Solvay’s PA66 business.
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  31 January 2022

  BASF Upgrades Chloroformates and Acid Chlorides Production in Ludwigshafen

  The modernization will boost production capacity by 30% by 2025, supporting customer growth in pharmaceuticals, crop protection, and plastics with a €100M+ investment.
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  26 January 2022

  BASF Boosts Feed Enzyme Production in Ludwigshafen

  The expanded plant increases fermentation runs, meeting global demand for high-quality feed enzymes like Natuphos® E, Natugrain® TS, and Natupulse® TS, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in animal nutrition.
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  23 December 2021

  Quantafuel Begins Production at Skive Plant

  The Skive plant is now in production, targeting Proof-of-Concept by year-end. New equipment performs well, with minor adjustments. The 2022 goal is processing 12,000 tonnes of plastics.
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  15 December 2021

  bp Awards Engineering Contracts for UK Carbon Capture Projects

  Two consortiums will design and submit plans for a UK power station and carbon capture plant, with one selected for construction in 2023, aiming to support the UK's net zero goals.
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  30 November 2021

  Clariant's AmoMax 10 Plus Catalyst Launched at BASF Antwerp Plant

  The new ammonia synthesis catalyst, AmoMax 10 Plus, enhances activity, stability, and startup speed, reducing energy use and CO2 emissions, with successful implementation at a major plant.
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  22 November 2021

  Air Liquide and BASF Secure EU Funding for CCS Project in Antwerp

  The Kairos@C project aims to cut 14.2M tons of CO2 in Antwerp by 2035 using innovative CCS technologies, contributing to EU climate goals and supported by the European Innovation Fund.
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  27 September 2021

  BASF Reduces Ammonia Production in Europe

  Rising natural gas prices in Europe have made ammonia production economically challenging. Production will be adjusted based on ongoing gas price developments.
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  24 August 2021

  BASF Opens New Catalyst Development Center in Ludwigshafen

  The new center will accelerate catalyst development, enabling faster market entry and closer collaboration with partners, emphasizing innovation and sustainability in chemical catalysts. Completion by mid-2024.
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  22 April 2021

  New ISO C4 Plant in Burghausen Begins Production

  The new plant uses innovative technology to produce high-purity isobutene, saving 20,000 tons of CO2 annually. It has a 60,000 t/a capacity and received EUR 2.8 mn in subsidies for its energy efficiency.
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  18 March 2021

  bp to Develop UK's Largest Blue Hydrogen Facility

  The project aims for 1GW hydrogen by 2030, capturing 2M tonnes CO₂ annually. Located in Teesside, it supports decarbonization, job creation, and aligns with the UK's net-zero goals.
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  13 November 2020

  BASF Breaks Ground on New Cathode Materials Plant in Germany

  The new plant in Schwarzheide will supply materials for 400,000 electric vehicles annually, reduce CO2 footprint by 30%, and create 150 jobs, supporting Europe's sustainable battery production goals.