Dutch chemical industry news (page 13)

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  29 January 2020

  Celanese Expands Global Emulsion Polymers

  Plans to expand emulsion polymers with projects in Nanjing and Geleen, increasing VAE capacity by 2023. Additional capacity increases at other sites are also planned. Financial details undisclosed.
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  23 January 2020

  SABIC Opens Semi-Commercial Pyrolysis Oil Facility in The Netherlands

  The facility will produce pyrolysis oil from plastic waste, supporting circular economy goals. It aims to scale up certified circular polymers and aligns with EU and Saudi sustainability initiatives.
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  8 January 2020

  Avantium to Build FDCA Plant in Delfzijl, Netherlands

  A new 5-kiloton plant will produce plant-based FDCA, creating over 60 jobs. The project, backed by a €150 million investment, aims to advance sustainable chemistry in the region. Completion by 2023.
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  6 January 2020

  European Green Hydrogen Project Secures €11M Grant

  The €11M grant supports a 20 MW electrolyzer in Delfzijl, converting renewable electricity to green hydrogen and methanol, reducing CO2 emissions by 27,000 tons annually.
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  14 December 2019

  Mitsui Prime Advanced Composites Europe to Boost Growth with New R&D and Production Facility

  The new facility in the Netherlands will enhance lightweight polypropylene production for the automotive sector, leveraging local talent, logistics, and R&D collaboration at Brightlands.
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  16 November 2019

  Sunoil Biodiesel Acquires Kampen Plant

  Sunoil will restart production at the bankrupt Kampen plant, initially with five employees, potentially growing to 15. The deal awaits ACM approval, with financial details undisclosed.

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  7 November 2019

  Avantium Unveils Plant-Based MEG Demonstration Plant

  The new plant in the Netherlands produces plant-based MEG and MPG, reducing reliance on fossil resources. It marks a step towards commercial-scale production and ongoing partnerships for bio-based solutions.
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  21 August 2019

  Nouryon Expands Metal Alkyls Plant in Rotterdam

  The Rotterdam plant boosts capacity by 40%, automates raw material handling, and enhances safety. Recent investments improve efficiency, reliability, and reduce costs. Acquisition of Zhejiang Friend Chemical strengthens market position.
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  26 June 2019

  Trinseo Opens New Compounding Factory in Terneuzen

  The new facility boosts R&D, sustainability, and employment, replacing the old plant. Its proximity to a storage partner optimizes the supply chain, reducing freight movements significantly.
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  24 June 2019

  Valtris Specialty Chemicals Boosts Benzyl Derivatives Production in Belgium and Netherlands

  The expansions, set to complete by Q1 2020, aim to meet rising demand for chlorotoluene derivatives, enhancing the company's position as a global supplier in various applications.
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  18 June 2019

  RWE and innogy Explore Green Hydrogen Production in Netherlands

  A feasibility study for a 100 MW green hydrogen plant in Groningen is underway, leveraging wind energy and aiming to support CO2 reduction in transport, heat supply, and industry.
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  7 June 2019

  DSM Expands Specialty Polymers Production

  A new production line in Emmen boosts Arnitel capacity by 20%, enhancing supply flexibility. Arnitel's demand grows in automotive for its elasticity, temperature resistance, and eco-friendly properties.
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  28 May 2019

  New Hydrocracker Unit Launches in Rotterdam

  Government leaders celebrated the start-up of a billion-euro installation, enhancing energy efficiency, sustainability, and job creation, reinforcing Rotterdam's strategic position in the energy transition.
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  27 May 2019

  First European Sustainable Aviation Fuel Plant in Delfzijl

  The plant will produce 100,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel annually from 2022, reducing CO2 emissions by 270,000 tonnes. It uses regional waste and residue streams as feedstock.
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  22 May 2019

  Eastman Expands Resin and Polymer Production in The Netherlands

  Investments in hydrocarbon resins and polyolefin polymers will boost production capacity by 10-15%, supporting growth in adhesives, hygiene, and other applications by mid-2020.
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  17 May 2019

  OCI Melamine Plant Turnaround and CO2 Reduction

  The plant undergoes a three-week maintenance involving 1,000 tasks and 500 workers. Key upgrades include an energy-efficient stripper to cut energy use and CO2 emissions, prioritizing safety throughout.
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  26 March 2019

  Avantium to Build Mekong Demonstration Plant in Delfzijl

  The new plant will produce 10 tons of plant-based MEG annually, supported by a €2 million EU grant, aiming for sustainable, cost-competitive alternatives to fossil-based materials. Opening in late 2019.
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  1 March 2019

  Shell Joins Rotterdam W2C Project

  The Rotterdam W2C project will convert 360,000 tons of waste into bio-methanol, reducing CO2 emissions by 300,000 tons annually. Supported by Dutch authorities, it aims for a final investment decision in 2019.
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  12 February 2019

  Nouryon Cuts CO2 Emissions with Bio-Steam

  Nouryon's Hengelo site will use bio-steam from Twence, reducing CO2 emissions by 50,000 tons annually and saving up to 80 million cubic meters of natural gas, enhancing sustainability in salt production.
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  19 December 2018

  Gasunie Selects Air Products for Nitrogen Plant Construction

  The nitrogen plant near Zuidbroek will help phase out Groningen gas extraction by 2022, reducing production by 7 billion cubic meters annually. The project starts in autumn 2019.
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  4 December 2018

  SABIC and PLASTIC ENERGY Partner on Recycled Feedstock Supply

  They plan to build a plant in the Netherlands to produce TACOIL from mixed plastic waste, supporting a circular economy and sustainability goals.
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  6 November 2018

  Perstorp Invests €14 Million in Feed & Food

  Investing in next-gen gut health and preservation solutions, new production units in Asia and Americas, doubling R&D staff, and expanding the Waspik plant to meet rising global demand.
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  8 October 2018

  Shell's New SDA Unit Boosts Fuel Production at Pernis Refinery

  The new SDA unit at Pernis processes more oil into cleaner fuels, enhances performance, reduces environmental impact, and increases crude flexibility without affecting capacity.
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  4 September 2018

  LyondellBasell and Covestro Launch Investment Project in Rotterdam

  The Circular Steam Project in Rotterdam will convert water-based waste into energy, reducing CO₂ emissions by 140,000 tons annually and enhancing production efficiency and sustainability.
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  5 July 2018

  Praxair to Sell European Assets to Taiyo Nippon Sanso

  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.
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  2 July 2018

  AkzoNobel to Upgrade Rotterdam Chlor-Alkali Plant

  The Rotterdam plant will add a second production line for chlorine and caustic soda, implement 'e-flex' technology, and enhance capacity and sustainability, with completion expected by 2021.
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  12 June 2018

  Avantium Begins Construction of Bio-MEG Plant in Netherlands

  The new plant will use renewable sugars to produce bio-MEG, aiming to meet growing demand sustainably. It will validate the process's feasibility and collect data for environmental analysis.
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  30 May 2018

  Mitsui Chemicals and Prime Polymer Launch New PP Compounds Company in Netherlands

  The new company will be Mitsui Chemicals’ first European base for automotive-use PP compounds, starting June 2020, to meet rising demand for lightweight materials due to stricter environmental regulations.
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  16 February 2018

  Consortium Secures Initial Funding for Rotterdam Waste-to-Chemistry Project

  The project will convert 360,000 tons of waste into 220,000 tons of methanol, supported by Dutch authorities. Final investment decision expected in 2018, with Rabobank as lead advisor.
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  20 December 2017

  Teijin Aramid to Boost Twaron Yarn Capacity by 25%

  The increased capacity will meet future demand, with full availability by 2022. Investments include new technology and lean methodology to optimize production and service.