Borealis news

• 26 June 2024

  Recycling Tires into Automotive Plastics: Neste, Borealis, Covestro Collaborate

  Discarded tires are chemically recycled into high-quality polycarbonates for automotive parts, promoting circularity and sustainability in the plastics and automotive industries.
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  5 June 2024

  Borealis to Install Recyclate-Based Polyolefins Line in Belgium

  The new line will use Borcycle™ M technology to convert recycled waste into high-quality polypropylene and polyethylene, enhancing recycling capacity and supporting a circular economy for plastics.
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  9 April 2024

  Borealis Invests EUR 4.5 Million to Boost Circular Raw Materials at Porvoo Site

  The investment will modify three cracker furnaces to increase production of renewable and recycled base chemicals, supporting a circular economy and achieving ISCC PLUS certification by 2025.
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  30 June 2023

  Borealis to acquire Rialti, a European recycled polypropylene producer

  The acquisition adds 50,000 tonnes of recycled PP capacity, enhancing Borealis' circular portfolio and supporting customer demand for sustainable solutions. Regulatory approval pending.
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  12 January 2023

  Borealis Acquires Majority Stake in Renasci's Ostend Facility

  The acquisition boosts access to chemically recycled feedstock, enhancing the portfolio of recycled products and supporting circular economy goals with Renasci's Smart Chain Processing technology.
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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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  15 April 2022

  Borealis Launches Project to Boost Chemically Recycled Feedstock in Sweden

  A feasibility study for a chemical recycling unit in Stenungsund, Sweden aims to enhance plastics circularity by integrating chemically recycled feedstock, with operations expected to start in 2024.
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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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  23 February 2021

  Borealis Invests EUR 17.6 Million to Reduce Emissions and Energy Use in Finland

  The investment in a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer will cut CO2 emissions, reduce flaring by 6,000 tons/year, and save 60 GWh of energy annually at the Porvoo plant, with completion by 2023.
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  14 January 2021

  Borealis and TOMRA Launch Advanced Plastic Recycling Plant in Germany

  The new plant processes household plastic waste into high-quality recycled polymers for demanding applications, aiming to advance plastics circularity and support a sustainable future.
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  15 December 2020

  Biostoom Plant Powers Borealis with Steam and Electricity

  The Biostoom plant in Beringen reduces Borealis' natural gas use by supplying steam and electricity from non-recyclable waste, cutting carbon emissions by 20% and sourcing 47% renewable electricity.
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  24 June 2020

  Lafarge, OMV, VERBUND, Borealis to Capture and Utilize CO2 on Industrial Scale

  The project aims to capture CO2 from cement production, convert it into synthetic fuels and plastics, and achieve climate neutrality by 2030 through cross-sector collaboration and green hydrogen.
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  9 June 2020

  Milestone Reached in Borealis' PDH Plant Construction in Belgium

  A 105m, 1,600-ton propylene splitter was delivered to Kallo, Belgium. The new PDH plant will produce 750 kilotons annually, starting by end of 2022, enhancing olefins and polyolefins production.
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  10 March 2020

  Borealis Begins Renewable Polypropylene Production in Belgium

  Borealis uses Neste's renewable feedstock to produce certified renewable polypropylene in Belgium, advancing circular economy goals and collaborating with partners like Henkel for sustainable packaging.
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  4 October 2019

  Borealis Invests in Ecoplast to Boost Plastics Recycling

  A new PE film recycling line in Wildon, Austria, increases production capacity by 60%, enhancing recycling efficiency and quality, and supporting circular economy goals.
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  10 September 2019

  Borealis Breaks Ground on New PDH Plant in Belgium

  The new plant in Kallo will produce 750,000 metric tonnes of propylene annually, enhancing supply, efficiency, and sustainability. It will create 100 full-time jobs and boost the regional economy.
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  8 May 2019

  OMV and Borealis Expand Partnership for Chemical Recycling at Schwechat

  The partnership advances chemical recycling of post-consumer plastics, integrating the ReOil pilot plant into the refinery for a circular economy, contributing to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
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  7 March 2019

  Borealis Awards EPCM Contract to Maire Tecnimont for New PDH Plant in Belgium

  The new PDH plant in Kallo, Belgium, will produce 750,000 metric tonnes of propylene annually, using Honeywell UOP’s Oleflex™ technology, and is set to start up in mid-2022.
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  6 December 2018

  Borealis Expands PP Capacity in Europe

  Increasing PP capacity in Kallo and Beringen, Belgium, to meet rising demand in packaging and automotive sectors. New PDH plant in Kallo to supply feedstock via pipeline.
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  6 October 2018

  Borealis to Build 750,000 Tonne/Year PDH Plant in Belgium

  The new PDH plant in Belgium will use Honeywell UOP’s Oleflex™ technology, partner with Oiltanking for logistics, and sell by-product hydrogen to Air Liquide, enhancing energy efficiency and supply reliability.
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  5 June 2018

  Borealis Invests EUR 15 Million in mtm plastics GmbH

  The investment boosts processing capacity from 60 to 80 Kt, enhances equipment, and targets high-end re-granulate markets. An additional EUR 2.5 million will go to environmental protection and capacity expansion.
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  21 March 2018

  Borealis Expands High Voltage Testing Centre in Sweden

  EUR 4 million investment enhances testing capabilities for medium to extra high voltage cables, boosting innovation and collaboration with customers and partners in the wire and cable industry.
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  3 January 2018

  Jacobs to Conduct Engineering Study for Borealis Plant in Belgium

  Jacobs will complete a FEED study for a new PDH plant in Kallo, Belgium, targeting 740 kilotons annual capacity. The study, covering both inside and outside battery limits, ends mid-2018.
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  29 October 2017

  Borealis Advances to FEED Phase for New PDH Plant in Belgium

  The plant, set for 2022, will produce 740 KTA using Honeywell UOP's Oleflex™ technology. Oiltanking Antwerp Gas Terminal and Air Liquide are key partners, pending final investment decision in Q3 2018.
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  18 March 2016

  Borealis to Invest EUR 80 Million in Linz for Long-Term Competitiveness

  The EUR 80 million investment in Linz aims to enhance plant efficiency, environmental performance, and infrastructure, including modernizing railways, lighting, and utility systems by 2019.
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  18 January 2016

  Borealis Boosts Fibremod™ Capacity in Monza

  Expanding to 10 kilotonnes/year, the Monza facility will meet rising demand for Fibremod PP-LGF, offering superior performance, weight reduction, and sustainability for various applications.
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  25 June 2013

  Borealis Invests EUR 65 Million in Porvoo PE Plant Upgrade

  The EUR 65 million upgrade will enhance the Borstar PE2 plant to 3G technology, improving product properties and expanding capabilities, reinforcing Porvoo's role in innovation and market service.
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  30 January 2013

  Borealis Announces New Investments in Europe

  Investments in Sweden and Finland plants will enhance supply capabilities and efficiency, with projects focusing on upgrading facilities and replacing old equipment to meet market demands and reduce emissions.