Finnish chemical industry news (page 4)

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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.
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  23 September 2016

  BEWi Group Invests in Extruding Technology

  The investment in Porvoo plant will boost EPS production by 12,000 t/a, adding grey EPS with 20% better insulation. The new line, operational in Q2 2017, will create 10 jobs and use recycled fish boxes.
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  10 February 2016

  Kaidi to Build €1 Billion Biodiesel Plant in Finland

  The plant will produce 200,000 tons of biofuels annually, create 150 jobs, and generate €200 million in tax revenue. Construction starts in 2017, with operations by 2019.
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  10 December 2014

  Boliden Kokkola Opens Silver Recovery Plant

  The new plant in Finland, a SEK 250 million investment, will produce 25 tonnes of silver annually, enhancing profitability and raw material efficiency.
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  12 November 2014

  Woikoski Opens New Hydrogen Plant in Kokkola

  The new plant has three hydrogen production lines and a filling station, supplying Freeport Cobalt. CTS Engtec managed engineering, integration, and project management, utilizing a 3D data model.
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  11 September 2014

  Kemira Invests in Oulu Hydrogen Peroxide Plant

  Due to rising demand for pulp chemicals, a multi-million euro investment will enhance efficiency and capabilities, supporting future pulp mill expansions and the pulp and paper industry in Europe.

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  14 August 2014

  New Bioethanol Plant in Finland

  A new bioethanol plant in Kajaani will use local sawdust, start production in mid-2016, and produce 10 million liters annually. The project supports Finland’s climate goals and will create jobs.
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  14 January 2014

  New Air Gas Plant in Kokkola

  The plant produces oxygen, nitrogen, and argon for industry and healthcare. The €35M investment creates 15 jobs and uses advanced technology for efficient production and transport.
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  25 June 2013

  Borealis Invests EUR 65 Million in Porvoo PE Plant Upgrade

  The EUR 65 million upgrade will enhance the Borstar PE2 plant to 3G technology, improving product properties and expanding capabilities, reinforcing Porvoo's role in innovation and market service.
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  30 January 2013

  Borealis Announces New Investments in Europe

  Investments in Sweden and Finland plants will enhance supply capabilities and efficiency, with projects focusing on upgrading facilities and replacing old equipment to meet market demands and reduce emissions.
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  3 December 2012

  CABB Expands and Upgrades Plants

  €10M invested in expanding solid isolation and reactor capacities in Finland and debottlenecking in Switzerland, driven by rising demand for agrochemicals and custom products.
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  12 November 2012

  UPM Lays Foundation for Wood-Based Renewable Diesel Biorefinery

  The biorefinery will produce 120M liters of renewable diesel annually, creating jobs for 200 during construction and 200 during operation. It marks a significant investment in Finland's forest industry.
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  10 April 2012

  Metsä Fibre Expands Äänekoski Mill Capacity

  The Äänekoski mill's board machine rebuild boosts capacity by 30,000 t to 240,000 tpy. The project, part of a larger investment, also increased production at Simpele and Kyro mills by 120,000 tpy.
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  24 July 2008

  Kemira Boosts Formic Acid Capacity in Oulu

  The Oulu plant expansion increases formic acid production by 30%, adds tank capacity, and enhances technology and energy efficiency, strengthening market position.