ORLEN news (page 2)

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  12 May 2020

  PKN ORLEN to Build IPA Unit in Poland

  The new IPA unit will use acetone by-product from phenol production, enhancing Poland's petrochemical capabilities and economic security, with potential to add PLN 1.5bn to annual operating profit.
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  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.
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  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.
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  25 February 2020

  PKN ORLEN Adopts Honeywell Technology for New Phenol Plant in Poland

  The new phenol complex will produce 200,000 metric tons annually, enhancing market position in petrochemicals. Honeywell provides technology, engineering, equipment, catalysts, and technical services.
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  27 November 2019

  PKN ORLEN Advances Olefin Plant Expansion

  A contract with Fluor for technical consultancy and PMC+ services will optimize the olefin plant expansion, enhancing project management and boosting PKN ORLEN's petrochemical capacity by 30%.
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  20 September 2019

  ORLEN to Build Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Poland Using Clariant’s Technology

  The license agreement marks a strategic milestone, enabling a full-scale plant for cellulosic ethanol from agricultural residues, enhancing biofuel technology and environmental sustainability.

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  16 May 2019

  Thyssenkrupp to Build Fertilizer Plant in Poland

  The new plant in Wloclawek will produce nitric acid and ammonium nitrate, using EnviNOx to cut greenhouse gases. The project aims to boost fertilizer capacity by 50% by 2022.
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  6 May 2019

  BOP Expands PP Capacity in Plock, Poland

  PP capacity increased by 20% to 480,000 tons annually. Total polyolefin capacity now 900,000 tons. Investment includes logistics improvements, meeting rising demand and enhancing supply reliability.
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  16 October 2018

  ANWIL to Receive PLN 1 Billion Investment

  The investment will boost fertilizer output by 40% and expand the product range. PVC production capacity will also increase, benefiting the local economy and stakeholders.
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  3 March 2017

  EFRA Project Hits Midway at Gdansk Refinery

  The EFRA Project has completed 50% of its design, supply, and construction work, with significant progress in heavy lifting, procurement, and assembly, aiming for completion by Q2 2018.
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  7 June 2016

  Unipetrol Begins Construction of New Polyethylene Unit

  The new unit, costing 8.5 billion crowns, will be among Europe's most advanced, boosting production capacity and quality. Completion is expected by mid-2018, employing up to 800 workers.
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  8 October 2015

  EFRA Project Begins at Gdansk Refinery

  The EFRA Project will enhance distillate yields, boosting refining margins and fuel output. Key units will be built by 2016, with completion in 2018. Financing and sales agreements are secured.
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  10 September 2015

  Unipetrol to Build New Polyethylene Unit

  The €310M project will replace an older unit, boosting capacity to 270 kt/year. Construction starts Q2 2016, with local subcontractors. The new unit uses INEOS technology and targets new industrial segments.