French chemical industry news (page 3)

• 12 January 2023

  TotalEnergies Launches France's Largest Biogas Unit

  BioBéarn in Mourenx converts 220,000 tons of organic waste into 160 GWh of biomethane and 200,000 tons of digestate annually, reducing CO2 emissions by 32,000 tons and supporting local sustainable growth.
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  11 January 2023

  Chemours Invests $200M in France for Nafion™ Production to Boost Clean Hydrogen

  The $200M investment will expand production in France, supporting clean hydrogen generation, creating jobs, and advancing sustainable energy goals in line with EU and French government objectives.
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  4 January 2023

  LANXESS and TotalEnergies Partner on Sustainable Styrene

  They will supply biocircular styrene from tall oil for sustainable ion exchange resins, certified by ISCC PLUS. This supports their climate-neutral goals and customer demand for low-carbon solutions.
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  21 December 2022

  TotalEnergies Launches France's Largest Battery Storage Site

  The new 61 MW battery storage site in Dunkirk stabilizes the grid, supports renewable energy, and ensures electricity supply during peak periods.
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  6 December 2022

  Futerro to Establish Integrated PLA Biorefinery in Normandy, France

  The new biorefinery in Normandy will produce and recycle PLA, creating 250 direct jobs and 900 in related sectors. It aligns with circular economy standards and supports regional green growth.
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  25 November 2022

  TotalEnergies Expands Recycled Polymer Production for Automotive in France

  A new line at Carling will produce 15,000 tons/year of recycled polypropylene for automotive, addressing circular economy challenges and meeting high-quality standards. Commissioning is set for 2024.

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  26 September 2022

  Arkema Expands Pebax® Elastomer Capacity by 40% in 2023

  Capacity expansion supports strong demand in sports, electronics, medical, and industrial markets. Focus on bio-based grades and sustainability, with reduced water consumption at the Serquigny site.
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  26 September 2022

  TotalEnergies and SARIA Partner to Produce Sustainable Aviation Fuels

  The agreement secures feedstock supply for SAF production at Grandpuits, boosting capacity by 25%. The project aligns with TotalEnergies' net-zero goals and awaits regulatory approval.
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  23 September 2022

  Iberdrola and Solvay Partner for Green Electricity in France

  A 172-hectare solar plant will supply green electricity to Solvay's Tavaux and Saint Fons plants, producing 75 GWh/year. The project supports local economy and aims for carbon neutrality by 2025.
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  23 September 2022

  Lhyfe Launches First Offshore Hydrogen Production Pilot

  The pilot site will produce hydrogen using offshore wind turbines, overcoming challenges like environmental stress and system automation, aiming to support large-scale renewable hydrogen production by 2030.
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  21 September 2022

  EU Commission Approves €5.2 Billion for Hydrogen Project "IPCEI Hy2Use"

  The project supports hydrogen infrastructure and technology, involving 35 projects across 13 Member States, with completion by 2036. It aims to boost renewable hydrogen supply and reduce natural gas dependency.
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  8 September 2022

  Merck Invests €130 Million to Expand Manufacturing in Molsheim, France

  The investment will boost single-use assembly production, create 800 jobs by 2028, and support growth in novel therapies and vaccines, aligning with sustainability goals and global expansion plans.
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  25 August 2022

  Investindustrial Sells Benvic to ICIG

  The sale includes Benvic's compounds business, pending regulatory approval. Benvic's medical activities in Italy remain with Investindustrial. The deal is expected to close by year-end.
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  21 July 2022

  WeylChem Invests in Advanced Glyoxal Production in France

  WeylChem is investing 15m euros to boost Glyoxal production in Lamotte, reducing the site's carbon footprint by 20%. The new plant will start in early 2024, supported by the French State and ADEME.
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  23 June 2022

  Air Liquide and Siemens Energy Form Joint Venture for Renewable Hydrogen Electrolyzers

  The joint venture will produce industrial-scale renewable hydrogen electrolyzers in Berlin, starting in 2023, with a 3 GW capacity by 2025. It aims to advance hydrogen technology and decarbonize industries.
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  15 June 2022

  Lhyfe and Chantiers de l’Atlantique Partner on Offshore Green Hydrogen Production

  The agreement aims to develop offshore hydrogen production platforms, leveraging renewable energy sources, with plans for large-scale deployment and solutions for port areas.
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  7 June 2022

  Viridian to Build France's First Battery-Grade Lithium Plant

  Starting 2025, the plant in Eastern France will produce low-carbon lithium hydroxide, creating 250 direct and 600 indirect jobs, supporting Europe's electric vehicle supply chain and green mobility goals.
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  2 June 2022

  AGROFERT to Acquire Borealis' Nitrogen Business in Europe

  The acquisition includes fertilizer, melamine, and technical nitrogen products, valued at EUR 810 million. The deal awaits regulatory approval and is expected to close in the second half of 2022.
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  31 May 2022

  Nippon Shokubai and Arkema Partner to Mass-Produce LiFSI Electrolyte Salts in France

  The partnership aims to mass-produce ultrapure LiFSI electrolyte salts for electric vehicle batteries, enhancing performance and supporting Europe's battery value chain. Production starts by end-2025.
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  20 May 2022

  Circa and Valmet Partner to Scale Biochemical Production

  The partnership aims to optimize the Furacell™ process, targeting 80 ktpa Cyrene™ production by 2030, leveraging Valmet's expertise in biomass-to-energy solutions and plant automation.
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  6 April 2022

  WeylChem Opens New Multi-Purpose Plant in France

  The new plant in Lamotte enhances flexibility and capacity for complex molecule synthesis with advanced automation. It includes upgraded equipment for high-temperature and high-pressure operations.
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  1 April 2022

  Air Liquide and EQIOM's K6 Project Secures European Innovation Fund Support

  The K6 project aims to make a cement plant carbon-neutral by capturing 8 million tons of CO2 in 10 years, using innovative technology and receiving €150 million from the European Innovation Fund.
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  30 March 2022

  Eastman Negotiates Normandy Site for Molecular Recycling Facility

  The facility will recycle 160,000 tonnes of polyester waste annually, create 350 jobs, and reduce emissions by 80%. Expected operational by 2025, it has support from global brands and local authorities.
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  24 March 2022

  Global Bioenergies Begins Renewable Isododecane Production in France

  Production starts at Pomacle unit, with commercial launch at In-Cosmetics. Scale-up to 100 tonnes by end of 2022, targeting cosmetics and aviation biofuels markets.
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  22 March 2022

  3D Carbon Capture Pilot Launches in Dunkirk

  The 3D pilot in Dunkirk aims to validate a new CO2 capture process, targeting decarbonization in steelmaking. Supported by the EU, it will run for 12-18 months, capturing 0.5 tons of CO2 per hour.
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  10 March 2022

  EU Innovation Fund Awards Climate Action Projects

  The EU Innovation Fund selected 7 projects for EUR 1.1 billion in grants to advance technologies in energy-intensive industries, hydrogen, renewable energy, and carbon capture.
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  9 March 2022

  French State Supports Air Liquide's 200 MW Hydrogen Project in Port-Jérôme

  The project, using Siemens Energy tech, aims to decarbonize Normandy's industry and boost hydrogen mobility. It seeks €190M from IPCEI and plans CO2 capture with partners, targeting 2025 completion.
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  24 February 2022

  Carbios and Indorama Ventures to Build Bio-Recycled PET Plant in France

  The plant will use enzymatic technology to recycle PET, processing 50,000 tons of waste annually. The project, costing €200 million, aims to create 150 jobs and advance the circular economy.