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30 May 2013
Myriant and ThyssenKrupp Uhde Scale Bio-Succinic Acid Production
The alliance has successfully scaled bio-succinic acid production in Leuna, meeting commercial yield and quality targets, and securing process guarantees for future plants.
18 April 2013
LANXESS Opens New EPDM Headquarters in Netherlands
The new headquarters in Sittard-Geleen will manage global EPDM rubber operations, integrating management, R&D, and production. The site emphasizes sustainability and innovation.
2 April 2013
LANXESS Expands Ion Exchange Resin Production in Leverkusen
Investing EUR 10M, the company adds a new production line and food-grade packaging facility, boosting capacity by 30%. The Ion Exchange Resins unit is now Liquid Purification Technologies.
1 February 2013
New CO2 Recycling Plant in Industriepark Höchst
A €5 million investment will recycle 28,000 tons of CO2 annually, reducing emissions and producing high-purity CO2 for various industries, including food and welding, at Industriepark Höchst.
11 January 2013
Evonik Expands C4 Product Capacity
Investing hundreds of millions, Evonik boosts 1-butene, butadiene, and MTBE production by 325,000 tons, creating 40 jobs. Expansions in Marl and Antwerp to support customer growth by 2015.
4 January 2013
RAIN CII Acquires RÜTGERS
The acquisition aims to create the largest carbon chemicals company, leveraging complementary products, global presence, and R&D to provide innovative solutions and growth opportunities.
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19 October 2012
Vinnolit Expands Burghausen PVC Plant
The Burghausen plant's PVC production capacity increased to 100,000 tons annually, enhancing market position. Key markets include Eastern Europe, Turkey, China, India, and Brazil.
15 October 2012
Styron Opens New SSBR Production Line in Schkopau for Tire Industry
The new line adds 50,000 metric tons capacity, supporting global tire customers. Built on time and budget, it meets rising demand for high-performance, sustainable tires with advanced SSBR technology.
9 October 2012
Clariant Expands Production of Eco-Friendly Flame Retardants
A new plant in Hürth-Knapsack, Germany, will double production capacity for Exolit® flame retardants, meeting rising demand since 2004. New products target electronics, furniture, and construction.
4 October 2012
Evonik Unveils Biofuel Component in Germany
Bio-MTBE, a biofuel component made from isobutene and biomethanol, boosts fuel biocontent and reduces carbon footprint without competing with food production.
1 October 2012
Evonik to Boost 1-Butene Production
Production capacity to increase by 75,000 metric tons annually, reaching 310,000 tons. Expansion supports global demand growth and enhances logistics for safe, efficient supply.
9 September 2012
Grillo AG Invests in New Chemical Plant at Höchst Industrial Park
Grillo's new plant in Frankfurt produces dimethyl ether, creating 130 jobs. The investment exceeds €50 million since 2007, aiming to establish Grillo as a key market player.
6 September 2012
Chemtura Organometallics Expands AXION® MAO Production
The new AXION® MAO production line in Bergkamen boosts supply chain reliability and meets growing market demand with consistent, high-quality co-catalysts for engineered-polymer projects.
6 September 2012
Evonik Begins Construction of New Marl Chemical Plant
The new plant will produce functionalized polybutadienes for sealing compounds and adhesives, creating 15 jobs. It leverages existing infrastructure and supports resource efficiency and industrial growth.
6 September 2012
BASF to Build Specialty Zeolite Plant in Germany
The new plant will boost production of specialty zeolites for emissions catalysts and other sectors, creating 19 jobs. It supports stricter emissions standards and enhances production efficiency.
6 September 2012
BASF Expands Methanesulfonic Acid Production in Ludwigshafen
The plant extension boosts capacity to 30,000 tonnes/year, creating 12 jobs. Lutropur® aids efficient processes, saves energy, and is eco-friendly. New plant planned in Malaysia with PETRONAS.
24 August 2012
Samsung Opens European R&D Center at Industriepark Höchst
The new center will develop materials for monitors, heat-resistant polymers, and water filtration components. It aims to enhance R&D capabilities and leverage Industriepark Höchst's infrastructure.
5 July 2012
BASF to Open New L-Menthol Facility in Ludwigshafen
The new facility will produce synthetic L-Menthol with improved purity to meet rising demand in oral care, skin care, and food industries, using an efficient process based on citral.
5 July 2012
BASF to Expand Vinylformamide Capacity in Ludwigshafen
The expansion includes increased polymerization capacity in Ludwigshafen and a new line in China, creating 40 jobs. VFA is crucial for eco-friendly, cost-efficient paper production.
31 May 2012
Air Liquide Invests €100 Million in Germany
A new hydrogen and carbon monoxide unit will be built at Chempark Dormagen to supply Bayer MaterialScience, enhancing polymer production for various applications. Completion is set for 2014.
13 February 2012
LANXESS Invests EUR 20 Million in Cresol Production Expansion
LANXESS is expanding cresol production by 20% at Leverkusen, investing EUR 20 million. This move supports long-term growth and enhances productivity in their aromatics network.
17 January 2012
BASF to Build 300,000 Metric Ton TDI Plant in Ludwigshafen
The new plant will create 200 jobs, start production in late 2014, and lead to the closure of the Schwarzheide TDI plant. It will enhance production synergies and support growth in other value chains.
25 October 2011
BASF Launches Xemium® Production Plant in Ludwigshafen
The new plant addresses rising demand for crop protection, creates 23 jobs, and features a flexible design. Xemium, a new fungicide, boosts crop yields and quality, with global registration underway.
26 September 2011
Celanese Opens Largest POM Plant in Frankfurt
The new POM plant in Frankfurt has a capacity of 140,000 tons per year, enhancing global operations and technical capabilities to meet rising demand for polymer-based products.
20 July 2011
Praxair Boosts Capacity in Germany
A new air separation unit in Hurth, Germany, doubles capacity to 1,800 tons/day, offering cost savings and supporting growing demand in the Rhineland chemical production area.
27 May 2011
SGL Group Opens Carbon Fiber Pilot Plant in Meitingen
The new plant, part of the AirCarbon project, aims to develop high-strength carbon fibers for aerospace, with €11 million invested. The facility is 80m long, 10m high, and 10m wide.
6 April 2011
Opening of Cologne Technical Center for Bioprocess Learning
The new center offers training on virus removal filters, membrane adsorbers, microfilters, and automated equipment, with support for process development and filtration optimization in four languages.
14 March 2011
Bayer to Invest €100M in German MDI Plant Expansion
The investment will expand MDI production at Brunsbüttel, enhancing capacity and job security. The project includes new plants and uses advanced, energy-efficient technologies.
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