German chemical industry news (page 2)

• 18 September 2024

  LyondellBasell Invests in German Recycling Center for Durable Goods

  The new Lich center will recycle end-of-life automotive and appliance plastics into high-quality materials, supporting sustainability and reducing reliance on virgin resources. Commercial scale by Q4 2024.
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  16 September 2024

  FUCHS to Acquire Swiss Lubricant Firm STRUB & Co. AG

  The acquisition will provide market access and a research plant in Switzerland. Both companies share a focus on innovation and customized solutions. Completion is expected by end of 2024.
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  10 September 2024

  LYB Acquires APK AG Recycling Technology

  The acquisition enhances LYB's Circular and Low Carbon Solutions with APK's solvent-based recycling tech, aiming to boost recycling of flexible plastic waste and meet sustainability goals.
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  7 September 2024

  Evonik Opens Sustainable Emollients Plant in Germany

  The new plant uses enzymatic processes to boost production of eco-friendly cosmetic emollients, reducing climate footprint and supporting sustainable beauty industry solutions.
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  27 August 2024

  HH2E AG Invests in Green Hydrogen Facilities in Lubmin and Thierbach

  Two new green hydrogen facilities in Lubmin and Thierbach will optimize renewable energy, create jobs, and support Germany's climate goals, contributing to a European hydrogen network by 2030.
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  19 August 2024

  Topsoe to Supply Technology for HOLBORN's Hamburg Renewable Fuels Refinery

  The Hamburg refinery will use HydroFlex™ to produce 220,000 tons/year of SAF and renewable diesel by 2027, addressing rising SAF demand and supporting the energy transition.

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  30 July 2024

  Siemens Energy secures hydrogen project contract from EWE in Germany

  The 280 MW electrolysis plant in Emden will produce 26,000 tons of green hydrogen annually by 2027, reducing CO2 emissions by 800,000 tons. The project is part of the "Clean Hydrogen Coastline" initiative.
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  29 July 2024

  Shell to Build 100-Megawatt Hydrogen Electrolyser in Germany

  The 100-megawatt REFHYNE II electrolyser will produce 44,000 kg/day of renewable hydrogen by 2027, aiding decarbonization. Supported by EU policies and funding, it follows the success of REFHYNE I.
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  27 July 2024

  BASF ECMS Begins Construction on Green Hydrogen Facility in Budenheim

  The new facility will produce low-iridium-loaded catalyst coated membranes and high-temperature fuel cell components, supporting the global energy transition with green hydrogen solutions.
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  25 July 2024

  German Government Funds RWE Hydrogen Projects

  Germany grants over €619M for hydrogen projects, including a 300-MW electrolyser in Lingen and a 100-MW plant in Rostock. Federal and state governments cover 70% and 30% of funding, respectively.
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  22 July 2024

  Funding Approved for bp’s Lingen Green Hydrogen Project

  The project will develop a 100MW electrolyser to produce green hydrogen, supported by German and Lower Saxony governments, aiding industrial decarbonization and energy transition efforts.
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  18 July 2024

  BASF to Cease Glufosinate-Ammonium Production in Germany

  Production will end by 2025 due to economic reasons. Jobs will be retained until then. The company will source from third-party suppliers and focus on next-gen solutions with lower application rates.
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  17 July 2024

  Boehringer Ingelheim Launches Biomass Power Plant

  The new plant cuts CO2 emissions by 70%, saving 50,000 tons annually. It will cover 95% of energy needs from renewables. The goal is CO2 neutrality by 2030 with global energy-saving projects.
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  16 July 2024

  Messer to Build 10 MW Green Hydrogen Plant in Düren

  The plant will produce up to 180 kg of hydrogen per hour, powering fuel cell buses. NEUMAN & ESSER will supply electrolyzers and compressors. Funded by BMDV, it will be operational by fall 2025.
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  1 July 2024

  Fluor to Provide EPCM Services for Northvolt’s Battery Facility in Germany

  Fluor will handle engineering, procurement, and construction management for Phase One of a $4.8 billion lithium-ion battery factory in Germany, with completion set for 2027.
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  26 June 2024

  Recycling Tires into Automotive Plastics: Neste, Borealis, Covestro Collaborate

  Discarded tires are chemically recycled into high-quality polycarbonates for automotive parts, promoting circularity and sustainability in the plastics and automotive industries.
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  24 June 2024

  Vattenfall and BASF Contract Vestas for 15 MW Offshore Wind Turbines

  112 V236-15.0 MW turbines will power 1.6M homes from 2028. Low-emission steel reduces CO2 footprint. Nordlicht 1 and 2 to produce 6 TWh/year, fully operational by 2028.
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  23 June 2024

  WACKER and CordenPharma Achieve Pandemic Readiness in June 2024

  The consortium will produce 80 million mRNA vaccine doses annually if needed, following a successful expansion and qualification phase, ensuring pandemic readiness for at least five years.
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  17 June 2024

  Heinlein Plastik-Technik Joins ALPLA Group

  The acquisition expands ALPLApharma's capabilities in closure systems and injection molding, enhancing product offerings and creating a technology center in Ansbach.
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  14 June 2024

  Uniper Transforms Wilhelmshaven into Green Energy Hub

  Wilhelmshaven will host an ammonia import terminal and 1 GW electrolysis plant, supplying 10-20% of Germany's hydrogen demand by 2030, supporting EU climate goals and creating local jobs.
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  11 June 2024

  Merck Invests €62M in New Quality Control Facility

  The new 10,000 sqm facility in Darmstadt will house 135 employees, meet sustainability standards, and enhance quality control for life science products, supporting Merck's €1.5B investment program.
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  3 June 2024

  WACKER Launches mRNA Center in Halle, Germany

  The new facility in Halle enables large-scale mRNA production, creating over 100 jobs and supporting Germany's pandemic preparedness with a capacity for 200 million vaccine doses annually.
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  1 June 2024

  Hydrogen Hub at Lingen

  Lingen is now a key site for hydrogen production and application, leveraging its energy infrastructure and resources to support the green hydrogen economy and climate targets.
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  31 May 2024

  RCS Expands with New Recycling Plant in Nordkirchen

  A new plant in Nordkirchen will recycle disposable bottles into rPET, reducing primary raw material use and CO2 emissions. The facility will include halls, silos, offices, and parking spaces.
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  28 May 2024

  RWE Plans Hydrogen-Ready Gas Turbine in Germany

  A hydrogen-ready gas turbine with 800 MW capacity is planned in Werne, Germany, aiming for completion by 2030. An Italian-Spanish consortium is handling the planning.
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  22 May 2024

  LEAG Partners with AFRY for Power-to-X Project in Boxberg

  A new hydrogen plant in Boxberg will produce and store green hydrogen, converting surplus electricity. AFRY supports the project from concept to permit applications and tendering processes.
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  16 May 2024

  BASF Introduces Biomass-Balanced Ammonia and Urea Products

  The new biomass-balanced ammonia and urea products reduce carbon footprints by 80% using certified biowaste and renewable energy, aiding customers in meeting sustainability targets.
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  16 May 2024

  Dow Expands Capacity in SAS Chemicals to Boost Façade Industry in Germany and Turkey

  The capacity expansion will enhance sealant and adhesive solutions for insulating glass, benefiting façade and window segments, with new production in Turkey starting June 2024.