Finnish chemical industry news (page 2)

• 22 June 2022

  Lamor and Resiclo to Build Chemical Recycling Plant in Finland

  The plant in Porvoo will recycle 10,000 tons of plastic annually, aiming for 40,000 tons by 2026. Construction starts in 2022, with operations in 2023. Total investment is EUR 12 million.
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  22 June 2022

  VTT and Neste to Build Power-to-Liquids Demonstration Facility in Espoo

  The facility will integrate CO2 capture, green hydrogen, and e-fuels production, aiming for commercial-scale sustainable fuel solutions. Pilot runs are expected to complete in 2023.
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  21 June 2022

  Emerson and Neste to Optimize Fintoil Biorefinery Operations in Finland

  The biorefinery will use advanced automation to produce sustainable biofuels and chemicals, reducing emissions and energy use. Completion is expected in 2022 with significant CO2 reduction.
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  16 May 2022

  Jervois Boosts Cobalt Refining in Finland

  Jervois is starting a Bankable Feasibility Study to double cobalt refining capacity in Kokkola, Finland, to meet global demand and enhance recycling efforts.
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  28 April 2022

  Keliber Receives Permit for Lithium Plant in Kokkola

  The plant will convert spodumene concentrate to battery-grade lithium hydroxide for EV batteries. Construction starts this summer, with production set for 2024.
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  6 April 2022

  Veolia to Produce CO2-Neutral Biofuel at Metsä Fibre’s Finland Plant

  The project will produce 12,000 tons of CO2-neutral biomethanol annually, reducing 30,000 tons of CO2 emissions, and is replicable at most pulp mills, enhancing EU biofuel feedstock and energy security.

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  7 November 2021

  Neste Secures EU Funding for Green Hydrogen Project at Porvoo Refinery

  The EU Innovation Fund grants €88M for a green hydrogen and CO2 capture project in Finland, aiming to cut over 4M tons of CO2 emissions in 10 years and support carbon neutral production by 2035.
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  1 September 2021

  Yara Acquires Ecolan to Expand Organic Fertilizer Business

  Yara's acquisition of Ecolan enhances its role in organic farming and the circular economy, leveraging expertise to improve nutrient use efficiency and expand market reach beyond Finland.
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  28 June 2021

  Terrafame Begins Production at New Battery Chemicals Plant

  The new plant, a EUR 240 million investment, boasts high production capacity and low carbon footprint, supporting Finland's economy and the growing demand for electric vehicle battery minerals.
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  27 June 2021

  Fortum Invests in Harjavalta Plant to Boost Battery Recycling Capacity

  The new Harjavalta plant will enhance recycling of lithium-ion batteries, recovering critical metals and supporting sustainable battery production, creating 30 jobs and reducing carbon footprint.
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  3 June 2021

  Neste Advances Innovation and Sustainability at Porvoo Refinery

  Neste is developing renewable hydrogen, CO2 utilization, and advanced biofuels at Porvoo refinery, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support EU climate targets.
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  30 April 2021

  Hexion Sells Phenolic Resins and Hexamine Businesses; Bakelite Brand Returns to Europe

  The $425M sale includes 11 global sites and 900 employees. Bakelite Synthetics focuses on sustainable products, enhancing fire resistance, electric vehicles, and plant production.
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  31 March 2021

  Neste Prepares for Major Turnaround at Porvoo Refinery

  The Porvoo refinery's 12-week turnaround starts April 5, 2021, with EUR 330 million in investments. Safety measures for COVID-19 are in place. Product deliveries remain unaffected.
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  23 February 2021

  Borealis Invests EUR 17.6 Million to Reduce Emissions and Energy Use in Finland

  The investment in a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer will cut CO2 emissions, reduce flaring by 6,000 tons/year, and save 60 GWh of energy annually at the Porvoo plant, with completion by 2023.
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  11 February 2021

  Metsä Group to Build Bioproduct Mill in Finland

  The €1.6B investment will create 1,500 jobs, boost exports by €0.5B annually, and enhance sustainability. The mill will produce 1.5M tonnes of pulp and 2.0 TWh of renewable electricity per year.
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  28 January 2021

  UPM Advances Biofuels Growth Plans

  The basic engineering phase for a new biorefinery begins, aiming for 500,000 tonnes of renewable fuels annually, reducing CO2 emissions and using sustainable feedstocks.
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  21 December 2020

  Neste Completes First Industrial-Scale Run with Liquefied Waste Plastic

  400 tons of liquefied plastic waste were processed into recycled feedstock. Preparations for future runs are underway, aiming to process 1 million tons annually by 2030.
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  12 November 2020

  Keliber and Kokkolan Energia Sign 30-Year Lease for Chemical Plant Site

  The 12.5-hectare site in Kokkola Industrial Park will support circular economy, safety, and transport needs, with potential to utilize waste heat, enhancing local development.
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  1 October 2020

  Fintoil Bio Refinery Construction in HaminaKotka

  The refinery, starting in summer 2022, will produce renewable fuels and products using fractional distillation. It features advanced, energy-efficient technology and has strong logistics and transport links.
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  28 September 2020

  Investindustrial and Black Diamond Acquire Hexion PSR

  The $425M deal includes $335M in cash. Hexion PSR, a top phenolic resins producer in Europe, operates 11 facilities. The transaction is set to close in Q1 2021.
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  28 August 2020

  Boliden Harjavalta Nickel Expansion

  EUR 40m investment to boost nickel feed capacity from 310 to 370 ktonnes/year, enhancing productivity, competitiveness, and reducing CO2 intensity by 15-20%, aligned with maintenance needs.
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  15 June 2020

  BASF Advances Battery Materials Plants in Europe

  Construction of battery materials plants in Finland and Germany is on track for a 2022 start-up, aiming to supply materials for 400,000 electric vehicles annually while reducing CO2 footprint by 30%.
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  25 October 2018

  Terrafame to Build Battery Chemicals Plant in Finland

  The plant will produce EV battery chemicals, enhancing profitability and skill development. Investment costs EUR 240M, with funding from Finnish Minerals Group, Galena, Trafigura, and Sampo.
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  22 October 2018

  BASF and Nornickel Partner for European Battery Materials

  A new plant in Finland will produce battery materials for 300,000 electric vehicles annually, using renewable energy. A long-term supply agreement ensures local nickel and cobalt sourcing.
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  13 August 2018

  Metsä Group's Bioproduct Mill Hits 1 Million Tonnes of Pulp

  The mill, operational since August 2017, produces 1.3 million tonnes of pulp annually, plus bioproducts like tall oil, turpentine, and bioenergy. It also explores new bioproducts and industrial ecosystem expansion.
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  31 July 2018

  Pöyry to Provide EPCM Services for Gasum's Biogas Plant Expansion in Turku

  The project will expand and modernize the Topinoja biogas plant, adding biogas upgrading and liquefaction. Completion is expected in 2019, enhancing biogas production and circular economy solutions.
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  6 April 2018

  Kemira Expands Chlor-Alkali Production in Finland

  The expansion will meet the growing demand for sodium hydroxide in Finland and is set to be operational by Q4 2018, enhancing service to pulp, paper, and water treatment industries.
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  7 November 2017

  Kemira Expands Joutseno Production Line, Nearly Doubles Capacity

  The new sodium chlorate line uses patented technology, boosting capacity. The €50M project employed 200 people and supports growing demand in the pulp and paper industry.