Swedish chemical industry news (page 2)

• 1 April 2022

  HYBRIT Secures EU Innovation Fund Support

  HYBRIT receives €143M from the EU Innovation Fund to demonstrate a hydrogen-based iron and steelmaking value chain, aiming to reduce emissions and advance fossil-free steel production.
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  25 March 2022

  Northvolt to Convert Kvarnsveden Paper Mill into Gigafactory

  The new gigafactory in Borlänge, Sweden, will start operations in late 2024, employ up to 1,000 people, and produce over 100 GWh of cathode material annually using 100% clean energy.
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  10 March 2022

  EU Innovation Fund Awards Climate Action Projects

  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.
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  3 March 2022

  Project Air: Advancing CCU-Methanol Production in Sweden

  Project Air aims to cut carbon emissions by 500,000 tons annually by 2025, using CCU and renewable feedstock to produce sustainable methanol, replacing fossil methanol in various industries.
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  4 February 2022

  Volvo and Northvolt to Open 3,000-Job Battery Plant in Gothenburg

  The plant, operational by 2025, will produce 50 GWh of battery cells annually, support Volvo's electric car goals, and focus on sustainable production with fossil-free energy.
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  29 December 2021

  Northvolt Assembles First Battery Cell at Swedish Gigafactory

  The first battery cell was assembled at the gigafactory in Skellefteå, marking a milestone. Production will scale up to 60 GWh annually by 2022, fulfilling contracts with major automotive and industrial clients.

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  16 September 2021

  HEXPOL TPE Invests in Sweden

  A 57 Million SEK investment in Åmål will expand production capacity, enhance product safety, and support medical TPE materials with new facilities and advanced technology. Completion by autumn 2022.
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  23 August 2021

  Swedish Plastic Recycling to Build Largest Modern Facility in Motala

  Site Zero will recycle 200,000 tonnes of plastic annually, achieving zero CO2 emissions. It will sort 12 types of plastic and plans to add washing and granulation by 2025.
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  8 July 2021

  Nouryon to Expand Kromasil Facility in Sweden

  The expansion will double production capacity to meet rising global demand from pharma and biotech industries, reinforcing leadership in high-performance silica. Construction starts in 2022.
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  30 June 2021

  Stena Recycling Invests in New Battery Recycling Plant in Sweden

  The new facility in Halmstad will recycle 95% of lithium-ion batteries, supporting the growing EV market and creating a circular raw materials chain. Collaboration with Johnson Matthey enhances the process.
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  21 June 2021

  Preem's Lysekil Refinery Starts Renewable Petrol Production

  The refinery is processing 50,000 tons of pyrolysis oil from sawdust. This aims to boost Sweden's renewable fuel production and meet future carbon reduction targets.
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  9 June 2021

  Northvolt Secures $2.75 Billion to Expand Swedish Gigafactory to 60 GWh

  The funding will boost battery cell production, R&D, and recycling. Northvolt plans to build more gigafactories in Europe, with potential sites in Germany, to meet growing demand for electric solutions.
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  23 February 2021

  Stora Enso to host TreeToTextile’s demo plant for sustainable fiber in Sweden

  The demonstration plant aims to produce sustainable textile fibers, leveraging renewable resources and innovative technology to reduce environmental impact in the textile industry.
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  24 November 2020

  Perstorp to Cut Carbon Emissions by 500,000 Tons with Sustainable Methanol

  Project AIR will use carbon capture and gasification to produce methanol from CO2, residue streams, renewable hydrogen, and biomethane, aiming to start production in 2025 and reduce emissions significantly.
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  25 March 2020

  Consortium Launches Project to Convert Emissions into Carbon Neutral Fuel

  The project will produce eMethanol from captured CO2 and green hydrogen, aiming to reduce emissions in marine and road transport. Facilities will be operational by 2023, with plans for expansion by 2030.
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  20 February 2020

  Södra Launches World's First Fossil-Free Biomethanol Plant

  The first commercial biomethanol plant has started operations, delivering to Emmelev A/S for biodiesel production, marking a step towards a circular economy and fossil-free transportation by 2030.
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  30 January 2020

  Celanese to Acquire Elotex from Nouryon

  The acquisition includes global production facilities, product portfolio, and customer agreements. It aims to enhance Celanese's emulsions business and support growth in construction materials.
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  25 October 2019

  Construction Starts at Northvolt Ett in Sweden

  Construction has begun on a major lithium-ion battery factory in Skellefteå, Sweden, with the first steel columns raised. The facility will feature extensive automation and aims to deliver cells by 2021.
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  16 October 2019

  Nouryon to Build Sustainable Ethylene Amines Facility

  A new demo plant in Sweden showcases a sustainable technology for producing ethylene amines, reducing waste and improving cost-efficiency. Full-scale production plans are underway.
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  18 September 2019

  St1 to Build Biorefinery for Renewable Diesel and Jet Fuel in Sweden

  The new biorefinery will produce renewable fuels, reducing CO2 emissions. Investments include a hydrogen plant, renewable fuel plant, and infrastructure, totaling 200 million euros. Production starts in 2022.
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  27 August 2019

  Nouryon to Double Surfuctants Capacity in Sweden

  The €12M expansion in Stenungsund includes a new reactor, boosting production of sustainable technologies for oil, gas, lubricants, fuels, and asphalt, meeting growing demand for eco-friendly solutions.
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  12 June 2019

  Northvolt Raises $1 Billion for Europe's First Lithium-Ion Gigafactories

  Northvolt plans a second gigafactory in Germany with Volkswagen. The European Investment Bank approved a $400M loan. Production at Northvolt Ett starts in 2021, with expansion to 32 GWh.
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  5 June 2019

  Nouryon Expands Microspheres Production in Sweden

  €20M project boosts Expancel microspheres capacity in Sweden, meeting rising demand in automotive, construction, and other markets. New US plant planned, pending board approval.
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  15 May 2019

  EIB Supports Northvolt’s Swedish Battery Gigafactory

  The EIB has agreed in principle to finance a gigafactory in Sweden, aiming to produce 32 GWh of battery capacity annually using 100% renewable energy, supporting Europe's green energy transition.
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  9 May 2019

  Perstorp to Build Sodium Formate Deicer Plant in Sweden

  The new plant will increase Pergrip™ Run NF deicer capacity, streamline operations, and enhance environmental performance, ensuring reliable runway operations in harsh conditions.
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  6 April 2019

  Nouryon Expands Colloidal Silica Production in Sweden

  The €4M expansion boosts capacity for Levasil CC, aiding the shift to sustainable water-based coatings. It supports growing demand and future growth in various markets, including electronics and construction.
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  23 January 2019

  New Chlorine Cellroom Operational at Stenungsund

  The new membrane chlorine cellroom at Stenungsund has started production, enhancing chlor-alkali output with advanced technology, ensuring reliable supply and supporting sustainable growth.
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  5 December 2018

  Boliden Rönnskär Capacity Expansion

  A €34M investment will boost Rönnskär's processing capacity by 12% by early 2021, enhancing resource utilization and long-term competitiveness. Additional upgrades include a new slag crusher.