Norwegian chemical industry news

• Yara Opens Renewable Hydrogen Plant in Norway

  10 June 2024

  Biobased & CircularFoodEnergyIndustrial gasses

  

  The new plant produces renewable hydrogen and ammonia, reducing CO2 emissions by 41,000 tonnes annually. It supports decarbonization in food, shipping, and energy sectors with low-carbon fertilizers.
• SMA Mineral and Infinium Collaborate on eFuels in Norway

  10 May 2024

  Energy

  

  The project at Mo Industripark will use CO2 from quicklime production to create eFuels, aiding decarbonization in heavy industries and supporting sustainable mobility and economic growth.
• Provaris and Norwegian Hydrogen Partner to Boost EU Hydrogen Supply

  16 April 2024

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  The MOU aims to develop green hydrogen projects in the Nordics, focusing on production, export, and infrastructure, with a Design Concept Study to be completed by 1H2023.
• Viridor Acquires Quantafuel, Delisted from Oslo Exchange

  8 February 2024

  Biobased & Circular

  

  The acquisition aims to drive innovation in plastics recycling, achieving full circularity by 2025. Quantafuel's technology converts waste plastics into raw materials for new plastics production.
• Airbus and Partners Sign MoU for Hydrogen Aviation in Sweden and Norway

  31 January 2024

  

  The MoU aims to explore hydrogen infrastructure at airports, supporting decarbonization and net-zero emissions by 2050, covering over 50 airports in Sweden and Norway.

• Hystar to Build 4 GW Factory and Expand to North America

  2 October 2023

  Biobased & CircularEnergyIndustrial gasses

  

  A new 4 GW electrolyser factory in Norway will be operational by 2025. North American expansion includes a headquarters in 2024 and a multi-GW factory by 2027.
• INEOS Acquires Eramet Titanium & Iron for $245M

  21 September 2023

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  The acquisition includes a Norwegian ilmenite plant producing titanium slag and pig iron, plus a long-term supply contract for ilmenite from Senegal. The plant will be renamed INEOS Tyssedal.
• Yara Clean Ammonia and Bunker Holding Partner to Develop Ammonia as Shipping Fuel

  23 June 2023

  Energy

  

  The MOU aims to accelerate ammonia as a marine fuel, targeting key trade routes and supporting decarbonization. This collaboration enhances supply chain resilience and aligns with global sustainability goals.
• Norwegian and Norsk e-Fuel to Build E-Fuel Plant in Mosjøen

  24 April 2023

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  The new plant will produce sustainable aviation fuels, aiming for a 45% emissions reduction by 2030. The project will use renewable energy and recycled CO2, starting production by 2026.
• Germany and Norway to Build Hydrogen Pipeline

  5 January 2023

  Biobased & CircularIndustrial gasses

  

  Germany and Norway will strengthen their energy partnership, aiming for a hydrogen supply by 2030. A joint feasibility study will assess the technical and economic viability of the project.
• LKAB Acquires Major Stake in REEtec, Strengthens Nordic Rare Earth Industry

  8 November 2022

  Base chemistry

  

  A new factory in Norway will use innovative, sustainable technology to process rare earth elements, boosting European self-sufficiency and reducing reliance on China. Production starts in 2024.
• FREYR Battery Partners with HENT for Giga Arctic Facility Construction

  30 September 2022

  SpecialtiesBiobased & Circular

  

  HENT will plan, manage, and construct a 120,000 sq. meter battery factory in Mo i Rana, Norway, focusing on sustainability and safety, marking phase two of the Giga Arctic project.
• Yara Tests Hystar’s PEM Electrolyser for Efficient Green Ammonia Production

  28 September 2022

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  The HyPilot project will test a 1 MW PEM electrolyser at Kårstø, aiming to enhance green hydrogen production efficiency for green ammonia, with results expected to lower costs and support decarbonization.
• Northern Lights Project Signs First Cross-Border CO2 Transport and Storage Agreement

  29 August 2022

  Biobased & CircularIndustrial gasses

  

  Starting in 2025, 800,000 tons of CO2 per year will be captured in the Netherlands and stored in Norway, marking a milestone in European industrial decarbonization and establishing a CO2 transport market.
• FREYR Battery Approves First Gigafactory in Norway

  29 June 2022

  SpecialtiesBiobased & Circular

  

  The gigafactory will have a 29 GWh capacity, supported by $1.6 billion in debt financing and Norwegian government backing, aiming for high efficiency and significant market impact by 2030.
• Europe's Largest EV Battery Recycling Plant Opens in Norway

  16 May 2022

  SpecialtiesBiobased & Circular

  

  The plant processes 12,000 tonnes of EV batteries annually, recovering up to 95% of materials. Expansion aims for 70,000 tonnes by 2025 and 300,000 by 2030, supporting sustainable battery recycling.
• Enova Grants NOK 10 Million to INOVYN's Hydrogen Project in Norway

  25 April 2022

  

  The project will build a 20MW electrolyser to produce green hydrogen, reducing CO2 emissions by 22,000 tonnes. Enova's support aids innovation and aims for a 30% emission reduction by 2030.
• 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.
• Equinor Methanol Plant Resumes Production in Norway

  20 February 2021

  Base chemistryEnergy

  

  After a fire in December 2020, the Tjeldbergodden methanol plant has safely resumed operations. Extensive inspections and testing were conducted to ensure safe and stable production.
• Yara to Launch Full-Scale Green Ammonia Project in Norway

  7 December 2020

  Biobased & CircularFoodEnergyIndustrial gasses

  

  Plans for 500,000 tonnes/year green ammonia production to power emission-free shipping and decarbonized food solutions. Seeking partners and government support for 2026 operational target.
• Fire at Tjeldbergodden Methanol Plant Extinguished

  2 December 2020

  Base chemistryEnergy

  

  A fire at a Tjeldbergodden methanol plant was extinguished within an hour. No injuries reported. The plant was shut down, personnel evacuated, and emergency procedures implemented.
• WACKER Opens New Silicon-Metal Plant in Norway

  15 November 2019

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  The new facility boosts capacity by over 40%, covering a third of WACKER's German demand. €100 million was invested, enhancing efficiency and supply security against market fluctuations and trade barriers.
• GEA Delivers Key Components for Borregaard's Bio-Based Production Plant

  24 January 2019

  Biobased & Circular

  

  The new plant in Sarpsborg will enhance lignin production, reduce energy costs, and improve environmental safety. It features advanced spray drying, emission control, and wastewater reuse technologies.
• Praxair to Sell European Assets to Taiyo Nippon Sanso

  5 July 2018

  

  The sale, worth 5 billion euros, includes Praxair's industrial gases businesses in 12 countries and 2,500 employees. The deal is contingent on the Praxair-Linde merger and regulatory approvals.
• INOVYN Expands VCM and ECU Capacity in Norway

  14 February 2018

  Polymers

  

  The project will boost VCM and ECU capacity, enhancing supply to vinyls and caustic soda customers. Wood is the EPCM contractor for VCM, with completion expected by Q3 2019.
• Yara Advances Rare Earth Elements Extraction

  22 January 2018

  

  The EU Horizon 2020 program funds a project to extract rare earth elements from phosphate used in fertilizer, aiming to reduce Europe's reliance on imports and enhance resource utilization.
• INOVYN Unveils Specialty Vinyls Expansion Plan

  14 December 2017

  Polymers

  

  The plan includes a 120ktonne capacity boost across five European sites by 2020, driven by their advanced R&D center to meet rising global demand and enhance market leadership.