Evonik news (page 3)

The new plant produces phthalate-free plasticizers with a 40,000-ton capacity. Future plans include bio-based plasticizers. The portfolio expansion enhances customer options and support.

Investing hundreds of millions, Evonik boosts 1-butene, butadiene, and MTBE production by 325,000 tons, creating 40 jobs. Expansions in Marl and Antwerp to support customer growth by 2015.

Production of phthalate-free plasticizers starts in 2013, with 40,000 metric tons annually. New bio-based plasticizers are planned. Key industries: plastics, automotive, construction.

Bio-MTBE, a biofuel component made from isobutene and biomethanol, boosts fuel biocontent and reduces carbon footprint without competing with food production.

Production capacity to increase by 75,000 metric tons annually, reaching 310,000 tons. Expansion supports global demand growth and enhances logistics for safe, efficient supply.

The new plant will produce functionalized polybutadienes for sealing compounds and adhesives, creating 15 jobs. It leverages existing infrastructure and supports resource efficiency and industrial growth.

The expansion, operational by 2007, involves a high double-digit million euro investment, safeguarding existing jobs and creating several dozen new ones in Herne.

The new unit, operational in 2007, involves a high double-digit million euro investment, safeguarding existing jobs and creating several dozen new ones. Degussa leads in isophorone chemistry.