Italian chemical industry news (page 2)

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  3 September 2025

  Dow and Gruppo Fiori Innovate Automotive Polyurethane Recycling

  New process recovers polyurethane from vehicles without disassembly, enhancing circularity and compliance with recycling regulations.
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  28 July 2025

  EIB and Snam Sign €264M Deal for Biomethane Integration in Italy

  €140M tranche signed for 240 km pipelines to transport 12,000 GWh/year biomethane, supporting Italy's energy transition and EU's REPowerEU goals.
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  24 July 2025

  EIB and Eni Agree on €500M Livorno Biorefinery Conversion

  The Livorno refinery will be converted to produce biofuels, supporting EU decarbonization goals and Eni's energy transition strategy, with potential for future SAF production.
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  23 July 2025

  Eni and Sonatrach Enhance Energy Cooperation

  The agreement boosts gas production, extends supply contracts to Italy, and advances renewable energy initiatives, with $8 billion in investments by 2028.
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  23 July 2025

  Solvay Cuts Scope 3 Emissions in France

  Biogenic CO₂ from Air Products reduces emissions by 4,000 tons annually at a French plant, enhancing supply reliability and supporting climate goals.
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  17 July 2025

  Agilyx to Acquire 44% of GreenDot Global

  The acquisition enhances Agilyx's European market presence, boosting recycling capabilities. GreenDot's expansion in Austria and Italy supports its circular economy goals. Transaction closes Q3 2025.

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  14 July 2025

  Bayer Expands Global Distribution of M2i's Pheromone Crop Solutions

  The partnership extends to Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the US, enhancing biological crop protection with innovative pheromone gel technology.
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  30 June 2025

  ORLEN Secures Energy Independence, Ends Russian Oil Imports

  Since March 2025, refineries process non-Russian oil, enhancing regional energy security through global sourcing and infrastructure upgrades.
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  24 March 2025

  Versalis Opens Recycled Polymer Plant in Porto Marghera

  The new plant produces up to 20,000 tonnes of recycled polystyrene annually, enhancing Versalis' product range and supporting sustainable packaging and construction solutions.
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  18 March 2025

  Res Integra and Ohmium Launch 4MW Green Hydrogen Project in Sicily

  A 700-tonne hydrogen electrolyzer, powered by solar PV, will decarbonize industrial operations in Sicily, using advanced, scalable PEM technology for efficient, rapid deployment by 2025.
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  11 March 2025

  Hera Group Launches Carbon Fibre Recycling Plant in Imola

  The plant regenerates carbon fibre, saving 75% energy, supporting circular economy, and reducing environmental impact, with EU funding of €2.2M and a total investment of €8M.
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  23 February 2025

  Lone Star Funds to Acquire RadiciGroup's Specialty Chemicals and Polymers Business

  The acquisition will close in late 2025, with Radici family retaining Advanced Textiles. Lone Star aims to enhance growth and operational excellence.
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  14 January 2025

  Anaergia and Techbau to Build Five Biomethane Plants in Italy

  Five biomethane plants in Southern Italy will use anaerobic digestion to convert waste into renewable energy, with completion expected by 2025. Total investment: €100M; Anaergia revenue: C$25M.
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  25 October 2024

  Eni Unveils Versalis Transformation Plan, Closing Italian Plants for Decarbonization

  The plan invests €2B to cut emissions, shift to sustainable chemistry, and reduce exposure to declining basic chemicals, aiming for a high-value downstream portfolio by 2029.
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  3 September 2024

  Eni and Snam Launch Italy's First Carbon Capture and Storage Project

  The Ravenna CCS project begins CO2 injection, capturing 25,000 tonnes annually, with plans to store up to 4 million tonnes by 2030, supporting Italy's decarbonization and climate goals.
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  1 August 2024

  Verdalia acquires four biomethane plants in northern Italy

  The plants, operational by Q2 2026, will produce 230 GWh of biomethane annually, eliminating 53,000 tons of CO2 emissions. ESG consultants Healthy Business Advisory will partner on the projects.
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  26 June 2024

  Trinseo Opens PMMA Depolymerization Facility in Italy

  The new facility in Rho, Italy, advances sustainable recycling of PMMA, converting it to high-purity MMA. This supports a circular economy and meets high-demand applications like vehicle taillights.
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  26 June 2024

  EuroAPI FOCUS-27 Plan: Job Cuts and Facility Divestments

  The FOCUS-27 plan aims to boost competitiveness with €110-120M restructuring costs, €350-400M CAPEX, and €75-80M annual EBITDA by 2027, focusing on high-value APIs and strategic sites.
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  19 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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  28 May 2024

  TerraX and SWEN Capital Partners Invest 100M€ in Italian Biomethane Projects

  The joint venture will build over 10 biomethane projects in Italy, aiming to cut transport emissions and reduce chemical fertilizer use. SWIFT 2 fund raised €580M, focusing on renewable gas and hydrogen.
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  21 May 2024

  Verdalia Bioenergy to Acquire 7 Biomethane Plants in Italy

  The acquisition includes 7 plants in Brescia with 190 GWh capacity, expanding Verdalia's European presence. The plants process animal residues and agricultural by-products, reducing 65,000 tonnes of emissions annually.
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  2 May 2024

  Arkema Acquires Dow's Laminating Adhesives Business

  The acquisition expands Arkema's flexible packaging solutions, enhancing its market position. The deal includes five production sites and aims for $30M EBITDA synergies in five years. Completion by Q4 2024.
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  9 March 2024

  Yara Reduces Production at Ferrara and Le Havre Plants Due to High Natural Gas Prices

  Production at these plants will operate at 45% capacity due to high natural gas prices. Yara will monitor the situation and use its global system to maintain supply and food chain continuity.
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  21 February 2024

  KT (MAIRE) secures €123M contract from Eni for hydrogen unit at Livorno biorefinery

  The €123M project, set for completion in 2026, will produce hydrogen from natural gas and biogenic feedstocks, aiding biofuel production and future CO2 capture at Eni's Livorno biorefinery.
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  11 February 2024

  Moratti Family to Sell 35% of Saras to Vitol

  The Moratti family will sell 35% of Saras to Vitol at €1.75/share. The deal requires regulatory approvals and may lead to Saras's delisting from the Milan Stock Exchange.
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  29 January 2024

  Eni Advances Third Bio-Refinery Conversion in Livorno

  The Livorno site will convert to bio-refining, adding three new plants for hydrogenated biofuels. Completion is expected by 2026, aiming for carbon neutrality and increased biofuel capacity.
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  5 September 2023

  LyondellBasell to Close One of Two Polypropylene Units in Brindisi

  Consultations with unions begin over potential redundancies. The closure aims to address strategic and financial challenges, focusing on higher value markets. Supply to customers will continue.
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  1 August 2023

  Li-Cycle Begins Operations at First European Battery Recycling Facility in Germany

  The new facility in Magdeburg processes up to 30,000 tonnes of lithium-ion battery material annually, using eco-friendly technology. It supports Europe's largest battery market and creates 50 new jobs.
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  30 June 2023

  Borealis to acquire Rialti, a European recycled polypropylene producer

  The acquisition adds 50,000 tonnes of recycled PP capacity, enhancing Borealis' circular portfolio and supporting customer demand for sustainable solutions. Regulatory approval pending.
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  6 June 2023

  Solvay to Produce Green Hydrogen for Peroxides in Italy

  The Hydrogen Valley Rosignano Project will cut CO2 emissions by 15% using a 756-ton green hydrogen plant powered by a 9.5 MW photovoltaic installation, operational by mid-2026.