Belgian chemical industry news

• 17 November 2024

  Bolder Industries Partners to Launch E.U. Facility for Sustainable Materials at Antwerp Port

  The new facility will boost sustainable material production, processing 3M tires annually, with reduced CO2 and water use, supported by strategic partners for design and project management.
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  24 October 2024

  Yara Tertre Plans Site Transformation in Belgium

  The site will close its ammonia unit, focus on nitrate fertilizers, cut 115 jobs, and aim for decarbonization to enhance competitiveness and secure long-term operations. Safety remains a priority.
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  12 October 2024

  INEOS Inovyn launches major solar farm in Belgium for Net Zero transition

  The solar farm, with 60MW capacity, cuts CO2 by 14,000 tonnes annually, aiding Europe's green goals. It features advanced panels and supports low carbon product development.
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  8 October 2024

  RPM International to Open Resin Facility in Belgium

  The new facility will enhance manufacturing, supply chain efficiency, and cost reduction, supporting global growth and operational goals. Opening is set for late 2024.
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  6 October 2024

  Vioneo to produce fossil-free plastics from green methanol in Antwerp

  The project aims to cut CO2 emissions, create jobs, and needs stakeholder support, regulatory backing, and customer commitment for success.
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  4 October 2024

  Indaver Opens Advanced Recycling Plant in Antwerp

  The plant recycles polystyrene and polyolefins into high-quality raw materials for food packaging, aiding EU recycling targets and using green energy. Full operation starts end of 2024.

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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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  30 May 2024

  Freepoint Eco-Systems and North Sea Port to Develop Advanced Plastics Recycling Facility in Belgium

  The facility will recycle 80,000 metric tons of plastic annually, with future expansion to 160,000 tons. Construction starts post-permitting in 2025, supporting circular economy and low-carbon goals.
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  3 April 2024

  TotalEnergies Announces New Battery Storage Project in Belgium

  A new 25 MW, 75 MWh battery storage project in Feluy will boost Belgium's storage capacity to 50 MW, 150 MWh, aiding grid resilience and renewable energy growth. Completion expected by end of 2025.
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  20 February 2024

  Europe Risks Offshoring Industry, Jobs, and Emissions

  Sir Jim Ratcliffe urges the EU to address high energy costs, carbon taxes, and lack of renewal in the chemical sector to prevent further offshoring and industrial decline.
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  13 February 2024

  PanTera and Bayer Sign Actinium-225 Supply Agreement

  Starting in late 2024, PanTera will supply actinium-225, enhancing access for clinical trials and developing a large-scale production facility to meet global demand for radiopharma-based cancer treatments.
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  6 February 2024

  EU Outlines Plan for Carbon Management to Achieve Climate Neutrality by 2050

  The EU aims to cut emissions by 90% by 2040, develop CO2 storage, and create a CO2 market. Actions include regulatory frameworks, funding, research, and international cooperation.
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  7 January 2024

  Minister Demir Approves INEOS' Project ONE in Antwerp

  The environmental permit approval enables the construction of Europe's most sustainable ethane cracker, significantly reducing carbon emissions and supporting the renewal of the chemical cluster in Flanders.
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  29 November 2023

  INEOS Aromatics to Mothball PTA Plant in Geel, Belgium

  Rising costs make European PTA production uncompetitive. Affected employees will be consulted for redeployment. Customers remain unaffected as the larger, efficient PTA unit continues operations.
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  16 October 2023

  BASF Expands Ethylene Oxide Complex in Antwerp

  The expansion adds 400,000 metric tons/year capacity, includes a second ethylene oxide plant, and creates 100+ jobs, supporting growth in Europe for detergent, automotive, and construction industries.
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  6 July 2023

  Lhyfe to Develop Green Hydrogen Production Site in Epinal, France

  Selected by Epinal Urban Community, Lhyfe will build a green hydrogen site by 2027, targeting transport and industry, enhancing local industrial ecology, pending permits and investments.
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  28 June 2023

  Kent Secures FEED Contract for ExxonMobil's Recycling Projects in Rotterdam and Antwerp

  Kent will provide FEED services for advanced recycling units at seven sites, building on their success in Baytown. This project aims to enhance recycling efficiency and support circular economy goals.
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  16 June 2023

  Solvay Announces New Company Names

  Solvay's planned separation into two companies will be completed by December 2023. One will focus on sustainable solutions, the other on scientific innovation. Net sales in 2022 were €5.6bn and €7.9bn, respectively.
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  14 June 2023

  ArcelorMittal and LanzaTech Produce First Ethanol from Ghent CCU Facility

  The Ghent facility captures steelmaking gases, converting them into ethanol. It aims to produce 80M liters annually, reducing emissions by 125,000 tonnes, supporting the EU's 2030 Climate Target Plan.
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  6 June 2023

  BASF Expands Alkoxylate Production in Europe

  The expansion boosts capacity by over 150,000 metric tons annually, enhancing supply security and flexibility for European customers in various industries, including detergents, automotive, and construction.
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  15 May 2023

  TotalEnergies Launches Largest European Battery Storage Project in Antwerp

  The 25 MW, 75 MWh battery project at Antwerp refinery will stabilize the grid, support renewable energy integration, and enhance TotalEnergies' presence in Belgium's electricity value chain.
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  5 May 2023

  INEOS Inovyn Invests in 90,000-Panel Solar Farm to Cut CO2 Emissions in Belgium

  The solar farm will supply 57,000 MWh annually, cutting 14,000 tonnes of CO2. It's part of a plan to reduce emissions by 30% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050.
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  2 May 2023

  Air Liquide and Holcim Partner to Decarbonize Belgian Cement Plant

  The project will use CryocapTM technology to cut CO2 emissions by 1.1 million tons annually, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030. The captured CO2 will be stored offshore via Antwerp@C CO2 Export Hub.
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  27 March 2023

  Morssinkhof-Rymoplast Invests in PET Recycling Plant in Belgium

  Awarded a nine-year contract, the new plant will recycle 27,500 tonnes of PET annually, using advanced technology to handle complex materials and produce high-quality recycled PET.
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  23 March 2023

  Air Liquide Develops Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Technology in Antwerp

  A new pilot plant in Antwerp will convert ammonia to hydrogen with an optimized carbon footprint, supporting the energy transition. Operational in 2024, it receives financial backing from the Flemish Government.
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  16 March 2023

  New Recycling Plant in Lommel to Process Butter Tubs and Shampoo Bottles

  A new recycling plant in Lommel will process 40,000 tonnes of plastic annually, creating 65 jobs. Operational by October 2024, it supports Belgium's circular economy and sustainable practices.
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  24 February 2023

  BASF Reports 2022 Resilience, Implements Cost-Saving Measures in Europe

  In 2022, sales rose 11.1% to €87.3B, but EBIT fell 11.5%. High energy costs and impairments impacted earnings. Cost-saving measures aim to save €500M annually and reduce CO2 emissions by 4%.
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  13 February 2023

  INEOS Secures €3.5 Billion for Europe's Greenest Cracker in Antwerp

  The new Antwerp cracker will have the lowest carbon footprint in Europe, use low carbon hydrogen, and create 450 jobs. Supported by 21 banks, the €3.5B financing includes €1.5B uncovered debt.