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Uhde Inventa-Fischer GmbH is a leading technology licensor and engineering company specializing in the design, construction, and optimization of polymerization plants for the chemical and synthetic fiber industries. Its core expertise lies in proprietary polycondensation technologies for producing high-quality polyesters such as PET (including bottle-grade and recycled rPET), PBT, and polyamides like PA6, as well as biopolymers including polylactic acid (PLA) and other sustainable materials.
The company provides comprehensive services ranging from technology licensing, basic and detailed engineering, equipment supply, to full EPC project execution and lifecycle services including plant revamps, debottlenecking, and recycling solutions. It operates research and development facilities, including pilot plants, and holds hundreds of patents supporting innovations in green chemistry and circular economy applications.
Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with additional operations in Domat/Ems, Switzerland, and Shanghai, China, Uhde Inventa-Fischer serves clients worldwide in the packaging, textiles, and engineering plastics sectors. As a subsidiary within the thyssenkrupp Uhde division of thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG, it benefits from the broader group's global network, local support capabilities, and integrated project delivery expertise.
With a history tracing back to the early 20th century through predecessor entities and over 450 plants delivered globally since 1924, the company positions itself as a key player in advancing sustainable polymer production technologies, emphasizing energy efficiency, material recycling, and biodegradable alternatives to traditional petrochemical-based plastics.
Also known as Inventa-Fischer and Uhde Inventa-Fischer.
chemXplore tracks 3 projects involving UIF.
UIF's role on them: EPC, Technology licensor, Technology / equipment supplier, and EPCM.
New PET line will use MTR continuous polycondensation to cut fuel+electric CO2 up to 30%, eliminate SSP, lower CAPEX/OPEX, train local staff; commissioning planned for 2028.
thyssenkrupp excels in climate transparency, securing a spot on CDP's Climate A List for the tenth year, driven by decarbonization efforts and innovative technologies.
Order intake rose 15%, sales fell 6%. Adjusted EBIT up 13%. Free cash flow positive for third year. Strategic transformation and efficiency improvements underway.
The project includes PET and Co-PET plants with a combined capacity of 416,000 tons/year and a resin plant using MTR® technology. The scope covers engineering, components, and technical services.
