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Stellantis Invests in Termoli Battery Plant with ACC
23 March 2022
Specialties
The Termoli plant will be transformed into a battery facility, increasing capacity to 120 GWh by 2030. This supports Stellantis' goal of 5M annual EV sales and 400 GWh battery capacity.
BASF Expands Plastic Additives Capacity in Italy and Germany
15 March 2022
Specialties
Increasing production of light stabilizers to meet rising demand, enhance supply security, and improve operational efficiency for durable plastics in automotive, construction, and greenhouse applications.
EU Innovation Fund Awards Climate Action Projects
10 March 2022
The EU Innovation Fund selected 7 projects for EUR 1.1 billion in grants to advance technologies in energy-intensive industries, hydrogen, renewable energy, and carbon capture.
Versalis Begins Bioethanol Production in Crescentino
16 February 2022
Biobased & Circular
Energy
The Crescentino plant now produces advanced bioethanol from lignocellulosic biomass, meeting EU renewable energy standards. It also generates renewable electricity, steam, and biogas, enhancing sustainability.
MetalNRG and EQTEC to Restart Biomass Power Plant in Tuscany
26 October 2021
The plant will convert local straw and wood waste into green energy, generating €2M annual revenue and €750K EBITDA. Full operation expected by Q2 2022 with a 20% unlevered IRR.
Versalis to acquire remaining 60% of Finproject, becoming Italy's leader in special polymers
22 September 2021
The acquisition, completing in Q4 2021, aims to enhance technological synergy, expand product portfolios, and focus on sustainability, with significant growth prospects in various industrial sectors.
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SIR INDUSTRIALE Installs New Pilot Reactor in Castelseprio
29 April 2021
Polymers
Specialties
The new reactor for Epoxy resin production features a distillation recycling system, separator, cooling system, and Digital Controller, enhancing technology and development capabilities.
New Potassium Hydroxide Plant Operational in Pieve Vergonte
15 April 2021
Base chemistry
The new plant produces 25,000 tons of chlorine and 80,000 tons of potassium hydroxide annually, enhancing the site's capacity and securing jobs. Investments included remediation, new electrolysis, and chlorination plants.
Eni Launches Biomass Plant in Gela, Italy
19 March 2021
Refinery
Biobased & Circular
Energy
The new plant in Gela processes biomass into biofuels, supporting decarbonization and circular economy. It replaces palm oil with castor oil and integrates advanced technologies for sustainable production.
Saipem and Alboran Partner for Green Hydrogen Projects in Italy, Albania, and Morocco
4 March 2021
Food
Industrial gasses
Biobased & Circular
Energy
They will develop five green hydrogen plants, three in Italy and two in the Mediterranean, leveraging their expertise in engineering, procurement, and renewable project coordination.
Avient Opens CycleWorks Center in Italy
12 November 2020
Polymers
Biobased & Circular
The new facility will conduct advanced chemistry testing to improve plastics recycling, develop new formulations, and enhance sustainability through industry collaboration.
Momentive Invests $13M in Termoli Plant for Polyurethane Additives
10 November 2020
Polymers
The Termoli plant will be upgraded to serve the EU slabstock foam industry, with full production by mid-2022. A new customer service center in Milan will enhance regional support.
Investindustrial and Black Diamond Acquire Hexion PSR
28 September 2020
The $425M deal includes $335M in cash. Hexion PSR, a top phenolic resins producer in Europe, operates 11 facilities. The transaction is set to close in Q1 2021.
AkzoNobel Expands Powder Coatings Capacity and Advances Greener Production
24 September 2020
Polymers
€20M investment in Como, Italy, boosts automotive coatings capacity, enhances sustainability with recycled energy, and supports supply chain resilience. Similar upgrades in Germany, China, and Vietnam.
LyondellBasell Launches Pilot Molecular Recycling Facility in Italy
8 September 2020
Polymers
Biobased & Circular
The new facility uses MoReTec technology to recycle plastic waste into feedstock for new materials, supporting sustainability and circular economy goals. It processes 5-10 kg of waste per hour.
Celanese to Open Compounding Center in Forli, Italy
28 July 2020
Polymers
The new center will consolidate operations from Germany and Italy to optimize manufacturing and enhance Celanese's competitive position. Transition to complete in 12-24 months, ensuring smooth employee transition.
SIR INDUSTRIALE Installs New Pilot Reactor in Macherio
8 April 2020
Polymers
Specialties
The new pilot plant features advanced equipment like a tin tank, distillation column, separator, and grinding mill, aimed at developing new and custom technologies and products.
Versalis to Launch Chemical Recycling Project Hoopᵀᴹ in Mantova, Italy
17 February 2020
Polymers
Base chemistry
Biobased & Circular
Versalis partners with S.R.S. to develop pyrolysis technology for recycling mixed plastic waste into new virgin polymers, starting with a 6,000-tonne plant in Mantova, Italy.
Versalis Launches Biomass Power and Bioethanol Production in Crescentino
8 February 2020
Biobased & Circular
Energy
Crescentino's upgraded plant, using PROESA® technology, will be fully operational by mid-2020, producing bioethanol and renewable products, while achieving energy independence and water recycling.
BASF Boosts Irganox® 1520L Production in Italy
15 January 2020
Polymers
Specialties
Production capacity for antioxidant Irganox® 1520L will increase by 20% to meet rising market demand, enhancing support for global customers with improved processing and heat-aging stability.
Versalis Expands ABS Capacity in Mantua
30 November 2019
The ABS plant expansion adds 30,000 tonnes/year, targeting automotive, furnishing, and durable goods. A pilot plant trials new ABS tech, and chemical recycling processes are in development for 2020.
INEOS Opens Polymer Pilot Plant in Italy to Utilize Waste Plastic
21 November 2019
Polymers
Biobased & Circular
The new plant in Rosignano will develop advanced products using diverted plastic waste, supporting a circular economy and reducing CO2. It is part of a €100M global R&D program.
Solvay to Boost Tecnoflon® FKM Capacity in Italy by 30%
17 October 2019
Polymers
Specialties
The increased capacity will support demand in automotive, oil & gas, and semiconductor industries, enhancing applications like turbochargers, seals, and gaskets, and ensuring high purity in electronics.
Novamont Begins Demo Plant for Furandicarboxylic Acid Production
16 October 2019
Polymers
A 10M-euro investment will fund a demo plant for FDCA, used in biodegradable materials and food packaging. Supported by Invitalia, completion is expected by end of 2021.
Novamont Boosts MATER-BI® Production to 150,000 Tonnes
12 October 2019
Polymers
Biobased & Circular
The Patrica plant now produces 40,000 tonnes of compostable biopolymers, enhancing efficiency, diversifying sites, and supporting sustainability with a €100M investment and 90 employees.
Eni Opens Gela Bio-Refinery
25 September 2019
Refinery
Biobased & Circular
Energy
The Gela plant processes 750,000 tonnes/year of biofuels from waste. It reduces emissions by 70%, employs 426 people, and enhances environmental sustainability with advanced technology.
Polynt-Reichhold to Install New Maleic Anhydride Reactor in Ravenna
17 September 2019
Specialties
A new 60 ktpa Maleic Anhydride reactor will be installed in Ravenna by 2021, manufactured by Walter Tosto Spa, to support growing composites production.
Celanese Expands Thermoplastic Co-Polyester Production in Italy
5 March 2019
Polymers
The expansion at the Ferrara facility includes a new polymerization unit and plans for another, enhancing capacity to meet growing demand for high-performance thermoplastic co-polyesters.
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