Polish chemical industry news (page 2)

• 12 January 2022

  Aramco Invests in PKN Orlen's Gdansk Refinery

  Aramco acquires stakes in a Gdansk refinery, wholesale business, and jet fuel venture. Also signs MoUs to explore opportunities in Central and Eastern Europe, including R&D.
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  15 December 2021

  ORLEN to Build Advanced Biofuel Plant in Poland

  The new plant will produce 25,000 tonnes of bioethanol annually from non-food agricultural feedstocks, supporting carbon neutrality goals and creating jobs in Poland.
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  6 December 2021

  PCC Rokita and PCC Exol to Expand Production and Product Range in Poland

  The investment, valued at PLN 351 million, aims to boost production capacity and sustainability, with completion by mid-2026. Plans include renewable energy projects and advanced production technologies.
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  4 November 2021

  ORLEN Południe Starts Green Glycol Production in Poland

  The new unit in Trzebinia produces 30,000 tonnes of eco-friendly glycol annually, covering 75% of domestic demand. It includes Poland's first hydrogen hub and creates several dozen jobs.
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  27 September 2021

  PKN ORLEN Announces Delayed HVO Unit Construction in Plock

  The Management Board approved a PLN 600m HVO unit with 300k tonnes annual capacity, set to complete by mid-2024, pending Supervisory Board approval. Agreement signed with Technik Polska.
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  22 September 2021

  Synthos Approves New Butadiene Unit in Plock, Poland

  Air Liquide will provide engineering and construction for a new butadiene extraction unit in Plock, Poland, using BASF technology. The unit, with a 120 kt/y capacity, is set to start production in 2024.

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  17 June 2021

  PPG Expands Coatings Manufacturing in Europe

  Investments in the Netherlands and Poland will boost production of non-BPA coatings for aluminum and steel cans, supporting growing demand in Europe for beverage, food, and personal care packaging.
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  11 June 2021

  Grupa Azoty Opens Granulated Fertilizer Plant in Puławy

  The new plant features advanced packing and seasoning facilities, produces certified fertilizers, and has a capacity of 820,000 tonnes/year. It supports modern agriculture and meets stringent safety standards.
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  7 June 2021

  Mkango and Grupa Azoty to Develop Rare Earths Hub in Poland

  A new rare earth separation plant in Poland will enhance Europe's supply chain, create jobs, and support green technologies. Feasibility studies and strategic partnerships are underway.
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  31 May 2021

  Synthos Advances Bio-Butadiene Production in Poland

  A feasibility study for a 20,000-ton bio-butadiene plant is underway, focusing on sustainable synthetic rubber from bio-ethanol, leveraging expertise in renewable materials and technology scaling.
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  24 May 2021

  PKN ORLEN Launches Major Petrochemical Project in Poland

  The Olefins III Complex will boost energy efficiency, cut CO2 emissions, and increase production capacity by 60%. Completion is set for 2024, with production starting in 2025.
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  28 March 2021

  SK IE Technology Announces Record Investment in Polish Separator Plants

  Investing KRW 1.13 trillion, the new plants will boost annual separator production to 1.54 billion m2 in Poland, addressing rising EV battery demand and enhancing safety standards.
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  1 March 2021

  Polimery Police PDH/PP Plant, Poland

  Located in Police, Poland, this project will produce 400,000 tons of polypropylene annually. It marks the largest petrochemical plant construction in Poland and a significant entry into the EU market.
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  19 February 2021

  Northvolt to Build Europe’s Largest Energy Storage Factory in Poland

  A $200M expansion in Gdańsk will boost battery production to 5 GWh by 2022, with potential for 12 GWh. The project includes an R&D center and will create 500 jobs, using renewable energy sources.
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  15 February 2021

  EFRA Project at Gdansk Refinery

  The EFRA Project boosts product yield, modernizes refining, and increases margins. It secures financing, ensures market for new products, and enhances production flexibility and competitiveness.
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  21 September 2020

  Air Liquide Invests €70 Million in Polish Copper Industry

  A new Air Separation Unit will supply 1,500 tonnes of oxygen daily to KGHM's Głogów site, enhancing copper production efficiency and reducing emissions. Completion is set for early 2015.
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  1 July 2020

  Grupa Azoty Launches Granulated Fertilizer Plant in Puławy

  The new plant produces 2,600 tons of granulated ammonium nitrate daily, meeting agricultural demand. The investment of PLN 430 million includes production, logistics, and storage facilities.
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  12 May 2020

  PKN ORLEN to Build IPA Unit in Poland

  The new IPA unit will use acetone by-product from phenol production, enhancing Poland's petrochemical capabilities and economic security, with potential to add PLN 1.5bn to annual operating profit.
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  25 February 2020

  PKN ORLEN Adopts Honeywell Technology for New Phenol Plant in Poland

  The new phenol complex will produce 200,000 metric tons annually, enhancing market position in petrochemicals. Honeywell provides technology, engineering, equipment, catalysts, and technical services.
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  13 February 2020

  Kuraray to Open PVA Film Plant in Poland

  The new facility in Poland will produce PVA water-soluble films to meet growing demand in Europe for packaging in detergents, pharmaceuticals, and more, with production starting mid-2022.
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  17 December 2019

  KBR's MAGNAC Technology Chosen for Grupa Azoty Plant in Poland

  KBR will provide engineering, equipment, and advisory services for a high-concentration nitric acid plant in Poland, enhancing an existing facility with proven technology for reliable production.
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  27 November 2019

  PKN ORLEN Advances Olefin Plant Expansion

  A contract with Fluor for technical consultancy and PMC+ services will optimize the olefin plant expansion, enhancing project management and boosting PKN ORLEN's petrochemical capacity by 30%.
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  20 September 2019

  ORLEN to Build Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Poland Using Clariant’s Technology

  The license agreement marks a strategic milestone, enabling a full-scale plant for cellulosic ethanol from agricultural residues, enhancing biofuel technology and environmental sustainability.
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  9 September 2019

  PKN ORLEN Adopts Honeywell Tech to Enhance Petrochemical Output

  The UOP MaxEne process boosts ethylene and aromatics production, enhancing naphtha molecule management and profitability for petrochemical operations in Poland.
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  29 June 2019

  Grupa LOTOS EFRA Project's Key Unit Reaches Ready For Start-Up Phase

  The Delayed Coking Unit at the Gdansk refinery is ready for commissioning, promising higher efficiency, cleaner production, and increased refining margins. Employee training and job creation are ongoing.
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  28 May 2019

  Grupa Azoty ZAK S.A. Launches New Plant and Specialty Plasticizers

  Adoflex® and Oxovilen® are new non-phthalate plasticizers produced at a 10,000 tonnes/year plant. They enhance the OXO Segment's product range, meeting REACH and CLP safety standards.
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  22 May 2019

  ANWIL Begins Construction of Fertilizer Facilities in Poland

  The project, worth PLN 1.3 billion, will boost production capacity by 50% by mid-2022, reducing fertilizer imports and creating 100 new jobs.
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  16 May 2019

  Thyssenkrupp to Build Fertilizer Plant in Poland

  The new plant in Wloclawek will produce nitric acid and ammonium nitrate, using EnviNOx to cut greenhouse gases. The project aims to boost fertilizer capacity by 50% by 2022.