French chemical industry news (page 6)

• 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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  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.
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  17 June 2014

  Yara Acquires Full Ownership of Le Havre Urea Plant

  Yara now fully owns the Le Havre urea plant, enhancing management and flexibility. This acquisition boosts urea production by 160,000 metric tons annually, expanding sales in various markets.
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  21 May 2014

  Refurbished Blois Facility Enhances Adhesive Technology

  The Blois plant's €70M upgrade boosts productivity by 30%, adds advanced R&D labs, and supports diverse industries with cutting-edge adhesive solutions across Europe, India, Middle East, and Africa.
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  2 April 2014

  KEM ONE Initiates Electrolysis Conversion at Lavéra

  The project will upgrade to membrane technology, enhancing competitiveness, reliability, and environmental impact, supported by French state financing.
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  27 September 2013

  New Mercury-Free Sodium Methylate Plant Opens in La Rochelle

  The La Rochelle plant, operational since March 2013, is now producing mercury-free sodium methylate at full capacity for biodiesel and fine chemistry applications.
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  21 June 2013

  Solvay Enhances Adipic Acid Production in France

  The investment aims to cut energy use by 8MW and CO2 emissions by 11,000 tons annually, enhancing process efficiency and supporting a €100M REBITDA improvement by 2014.
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  6 June 2013

  Solvay to Strengthen Global Soda Ash Leadership

  Plans to cut €100M/year in European costs by 2016, expand North American trona mining, and close a Portuguese unit. Aims to boost efficiency and address overcapacity, impacting 450 jobs by 2016.
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  10 October 2012

  Novasep Invests €30M in New API Plant in France

  The new plant in Mourenx, France, will be operational in 18 months, featuring advanced chromatography and solvent recovery systems to meet rising demand for highly purified APIs.
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  7 September 2012

  Solvay Expands Fluorinated Derivatives Production in France

  Doubling production capacity for specialty fluorinated derivatives to meet demand in energy storage, electronics, and pharmaceuticals with a EUR 10 million investment. First additional volumes available soon.
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  28 June 2012

  Arkema Invests €70M in French Fluoropolymer Expansion

  €70M investment will boost PVDF production by 50% at Pierre-Bénite, enhancing high-growth applications and incorporating advanced technologies for long-term fluorochemicals visibility in France.
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  30 May 2012

  LANXESS Invests €30M in French Tire Rubber Site

  The investment aims to boost productivity and energy efficiency for producing Nd-PBR and SSBR rubbers, essential for "green tires," driven by rising global demand and new EU tire labeling laws.