French chemical industry news (page 13)

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  8 February 2018

  Kraton Expands SYLVATRAXX™ Production in France

  The Niort plant will boost SYLVATRAXX™ additive production by 20% by Q4 2018 to meet rising tire industry demand, driven by safety, fuel economy, and sustainability needs.
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  14 December 2017

  INOVYN Unveils Specialty Vinyls Expansion Plan

  The plan includes a 120ktonne capacity boost across five European sites by 2020, driven by their advanced R&D center to meet rising global demand and enhance market leadership.
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  12 October 2017

  First Virgin PET from Enzymatically Recycled Bottles

  The production of virgin PET from enzymatically recycled post-consumer bottles has been achieved, confirming the technology's potential for creating a circular economy in PET plastic products.
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  10 October 2017

  Evonik Opens New Site in France

  The new site in Tours will focus on plant-based cosmetic ingredients, leveraging local scientific collaboration and advanced biotechnological processes for high-yield, resource-efficient production.
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  1 October 2017

  Sucre Océane Expands in Le Havre

  Investing €12.5M, the company aims to triple handling capacity and boost export traffic to 7,000 containers. It offers diverse packaging, has HACCP and AEO certifications, and plans to hire by year-end.
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  12 September 2017

  Tessenderlo Group Begins Production at New French Fertilizer Plant

  The new plant in Rouen produces Thio-Sul® for broad-acre, arboricultural, and vegetable crops. It employs 20 people and serves European and overseas markets, enhancing local market presence.

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  7 September 2017

  Novacap Opens New DIPE Production Unit at Roussillon

  The new DIPE unit uses an innovative, eco-friendly process, boosting the range of oxygenated solvents for pharmaceuticals, resins, coatings, and wastewater treatment, with a 5,000-ton capacity.
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  26 July 2017

  Solvay Expands European Kitting Capacity for Composites

  Doubling kitting capabilities in France will boost production of large composite parts, create 60 jobs, and enhance process control, reducing labor costs, production time, and waste.
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  30 June 2017

  HAROPA Named Best European and Green Port

  HAROPA won awards for Best Seaport in Europe and Best Green Port, recognized for efficient Asian market solutions and strong environmental initiatives, including multimodality and emission reduction.
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  27 June 2017

  CARBIOS and TechnipFMC Partner on PET Enzymatic Biorecycling

  The project aims to scale up an innovative process to recycle PET plastic waste into virgin PET, enhancing industrial competitiveness and supporting sustainable development.
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  23 June 2017

  Eramet Invests €34.5M to Upgrade Sandouville Plant

  The Sandouville plant adapts to a new nickel matte supplier from Finland, completing a €34.5M process transformation. The facility will gradually restart, aiming for full production by 2018.
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  13 June 2017

  Nel ASA secures NOK 450 million power-to-gas deal with H2V PRODUCT

  The agreement involves designing, constructing, and maintaining renewable hydrogen plants in France, aiming to inject hydrogen into natural gas pipelines, with potential expansion to 700 MW by 2025.
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  7 June 2017

  H2V Product to Build Green Hydrogen Plant in Port-Jérôme, Creating 180 Jobs by 2022

  The plant will use water electrolysis to produce hydrogen and methane, reducing CO2 emissions. Half of the €450M investment is for production equipment, aiming for technology transfer and future expansion.
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  11 May 2017

  Total Reopens Upgraded Carling Petrochemical Complex

  The Carling complex in France has been transformed into a leading polymer production site, enhancing competitiveness and avoiding layoffs. New units cater to automotive and healthcare markets.
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  24 April 2017

  Arkema Expands Specialty Molecular Sieve Production in Honfleur

  The new facility supports growth in refining and petrochemicals, especially in Asia and the Middle East, with a €60 million investment, creating 15 jobs and enhancing recycling and working conditions.
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  7 March 2017

  Sederma Invests €10M in Facility Expansion

  The investment will boost innovation, production, and sustainability, enhancing product quality and reducing environmental impact. The focus remains on advanced, substantiated plant cell culture products.
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  1 November 2016

  New Aliphos Plant in Dunkirk for Aliphos® Dical+ Phosphate

  The new plant in Dunkirk offers flexible raw material use, high phosphorus digestibility, and improved product handling, aiming to regain market leadership in Europe and expand globally.
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  16 September 2016

  Tessenderlo Group Builds Liquid Fertilizer Plant in Rouen

  The new plant will produce Thio-Sul® fertilizer, creating 20 jobs. It aims to meet European demand and enhance market position. Completion is expected in the second half of 2017.
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  6 June 2016

  BASF Boosts Laromer® UV/EB Acrylates Production in Europe

  Production capacity for UV/EB acrylates at Ludwigshafen is being expanded to meet rising demand, enhancing supply reliability. Additional capacities will be available by Q3 2016.
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  20 April 2016

  Novapex Invests €4 Million in Roussillon

  A new isopropyl acetate unit will enhance product offerings in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food, aligning with sustainable development and aiming for market leadership within five years.
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  15 April 2016

  Total Cray Valley Starts New Polybutadiene Plant in France

  The new plant in Carling will produce liquid polybutadiene, enhancing supply reliability and product range. It is TCV's fifth facility, set to go live in October 2016.
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  1 April 2016

  Converting Plant Waste to Biofuel

  The BioTfueL project aims to produce 200,000 metric tons of biodiesel and bio-jet fuel annually from one million metric tons of biomass by 2020, using thermochemical conversion and gasification.
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  5 November 2015

  Air Liquide Launches Cryocap™ CO₂ Capture System

  Cryocap™ captures CO₂ during hydrogen production, improving efficiency and supporting decarbonization. The system, first used in Normandy, can capture 100,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually.
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  24 September 2015

  KEM ONE Starts Electrolysis Conversion in Lavéra

  The €150M project to modernize chlor-alkali units will enhance production quality, reduce energy use, and meet EU regulations, with completion expected by end of 2016.
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  16 September 2015

  Carbios Begins Biodegradable Plastic Production in France

  The new pilot plant in France produces biodegradable plastic using enzyme-based technology, advancing development and enabling pre-industrial demonstrations for various applications.
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  16 April 2015

  Total's Refining Strategy: Upgrading Donges, Transforming La Mède

  Investing €600M to upgrade Donges and transform La Mède into a biorefinery, ensuring long-term profitability and adapting to market trends without layoffs or forced relocations.
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  10 April 2015

  Tessenderlo Group Invests €50 Million in PC Loos Site

  The investment will fund a new membrane electrolysis plant, replacing mercury electrolysis, and support re-entry into the potassium hydroxide market by Q3 2015, enhancing site development.
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  30 September 2014

  Hexcel to Build Carbon Fiber Plant in France

  The $250M plant in Roussillon will enhance the global supply chain, supporting aerospace demand. It will employ 120 people by 2018, supplying Airbus and Safran.
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  26 September 2014

  Toray Opens New Carbon Fiber Plant in France

  The new plant boosts cost competitiveness by enabling integrated production and supports global expansion. Demand for carbon fibers is growing, with Toray expanding its product range to meet market needs.
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  11 August 2014

  Merck Millipore Invests €12 Million to Expand French Facility

  The investment will enhance RTU Media production, ensure supply security, and centralize R&D in Molsheim, supporting global demand and market growth.