Orlen Unipetrol news

11 July 2023
ORLEN Unipetrol Invests CZK 370 Million in Ammonia Production Modernisation
The modernised ammonia unit in Litvínov boosts efficiency, reduces CO2 emissions, and increases recovery rates. The new reactor, operational since spring, supports ORLEN Unipetrol's decarbonisation goals.
4 October 2021
ORLEN Unipetrol Expands Litvínov Steam Cracker Capacity
A new furnace will boost steam cracker output, supporting increased polyethylene and polypropylene production. The project uses advanced low-emission technology and follows recent capacity upgrades.
13 May 2021
ORLEN Unipetrol Tests Chemical Recycling of Plastics in Czech Republic
A pyrolytic unit in Litvínov explores chemical recycling of plastic waste, aiming to integrate it into standard production, reduce carbon footprint, and comply with EU policies.
9 March 2020
Unipetrol to Build Pyrolytic Unit for Plastic Waste in Czech Republic
The new unit will explore chemical recycling of plastic waste, aiming to implement it in production. The project is supported by various Czech institutions and EU funding, targeting a circular economy.
25 February 2020
Vow ASA to Provide Pyrolysis Unit for Unipetrol
The pilot plant, funded publicly, will be operational in 2020, showcasing ETIA’s Biogreen pyrolysis unit for plastic to fuel, with intellectual property protected and results shared with Vow ASA.
20 June 2016
Unipetrol Builds Logistics Facility for New Polyethylene Unit
A 700 million CZK contract was awarded for a logistics facility to handle 270,000 tons of HDPE granules, including 40 storage silos, packaging hall extension, and new offices, to be completed by Q1 2018.

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