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German chemical industry news
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12 December 2012
Evonik Introduces Phthalate-Free PVC Plasticizers
Production of phthalate-free plasticizers starts in 2013, with 40,000 metric tons annually. New bio-based plasticizers are planned. Key industries: plastics, automotive, construction.
7 November 2012
BASF Expands Lemförde Site
A new TPU production complex will add 20 jobs and cover 4,500 sqm. The investment supports global growth and strengthens market leadership in specialty plastics. Completion is set for late 2014.
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.
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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
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.
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
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.
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.
9 March 2011
DuPont and LANXESS to Double PBT Compounding Capacity
The joint venture will invest €10M to expand PBT production in Germany, driven by rising demand in automotive and electronics. The new capacity will be operational by early 2012.
11 February 2011
Kemira to Build Coagulant Plants in Germany and Spain
The EUR 40 million investment will utilize HCl from Bayer's polyurethane production for water treatment. Existing plants in the Netherlands and Spain will be restructured, with minimal personnel impact.
1 February 2011
Sanofi Opens Cell Culture Plant in Höchst
The new plant, costing EUR 30 million, will produce monoclonal antibodies for trials, doubling production capacity and enhancing the company's biopharmaceutical focus and market position.
1 February 2011
AkzoNobel Invests EUR 140M to Upgrade Chlorine Production
The upgrade to membrane electrolysis tech will boost capacity by 50%, cut eco-footprint by 30%, and meet strong demand. The new plant will start in Q4 2013, increasing annual chlorine output to 250 kilotons.
1 February 2011
BASF Expands Ecoflex Production
The expanded plant boosts Ecoflex capacity from 14,000 to 74,000 metric tons annually. Ecoflex and Ecovio are biodegradable plastics used in various applications, meeting growing market demand.
1 October 2010
Mesamoll Production Expansion in Uerdingen
Production capacity for phthalate-free Mesamoll plasticizers is increasing by 40% to meet rising demand. New equipment will enhance facilities, with additional capacity available by end of 2010.
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