Dutch chemical industry news (page 2)

• 6 November 2023

  Air Products to Build Europe's Largest Blue Hydrogen Plant in Rotterdam

  The new facility will capture CO2 from existing plants, connect to the Porthos system for storage, and help meet Dutch climate targets, supporting industry and mobility transition in Rotterdam.
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  13 September 2023

  UBQ Materials Secures $70M Funding Led by Eden Global Partners

  The funding will support global expansion, new facilities, and R&D for sustainable thermoplastics made from waste, with applications in automotive, consumer goods, and more.
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  7 September 2023

  VARO Invests $600m in Rotterdam SAF Facility to Meet 7% of EU's 2030 Target

  The new facility will produce 245 kt p.a. of SAF, starting Q4 2026, supporting EU decarbonization and creating 70 green jobs. It aligns with strategic growth in biofuels and partnerships with airlines.
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  3 August 2023

  thyssenkrupp Uhde Partners with SwitcH2 and BW Offshore for Floating Green Ammonia Plant

  The consortium is developing a floating green hydrogen and ammonia project, receiving a €3M Dutch grant. The FPSO plant will connect to a wind farm by 2027, using thyssenkrupp’s ammonia synthesis tech.
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  27 July 2023

  VARO Secures $165M Green Loan for Biogas Expansion

  The $165M green loan will refinance the acquisition of a biogas facility, doubling its capacity by 2026. The loan aligns with UN SDGs and meets stringent ESG criteria.
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  19 July 2023

  LyondellBasell Acquires 50% of Stiphout Industries

  The acquisition supports LyondellBasell's recycling strategy, leveraging synergies with existing assets and expanding the CirculenRecover portfolio to meet circular and low-carbon goals.

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  6 July 2023

  Lhyfe to Develop Green Hydrogen Production Site in Epinal, France

  Selected by Epinal Urban Community, Lhyfe will build a green hydrogen site by 2027, targeting transport and industry, enhancing local industrial ecology, pending permits and investments.
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  4 July 2023

  HyCC Contracts McPhy and Technip Energies for Green Hydrogen Plant in the Netherlands

  HyCC's Djewels project in Delfzijl will use McPhy's electrolysers and Technip Energies' design to produce 3,000 tons of green hydrogen annually, aiding European decarbonization and climate goals.
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  3 July 2023

  SCGC and Avantium Partner to Develop Carbon-Negative Plastic Pilot Plant

  The partnership aims to develop PLGA, a carbon-negative plastic, and scale up to a pilot plant. The material offers sustainability, recyclability, and compostability, targeting a 20% emissions cut by 2030.
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  3 July 2023

  Syclus Selects Axens for Europe's First Ethanol-Based Renewable Ethylene Plant

  The plant in Geleen will produce 100,000 tonnes of renewable ethylene annually using Atol® technology, starting in 2026. The project, costing over EUR 130 million, aims to enhance sustainable plastic production.
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  29 June 2023

  IFF Launches DEB Technology for Sustainable Biopolymers

  DEB technology creates high-performance, sustainable biopolymers for home, personal care, and industrial applications, addressing regulatory and consumer demands for eco-friendly alternatives.
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  28 June 2023

  Kent Secures FEED Contract for ExxonMobil's Recycling Projects in Rotterdam and Antwerp

  Kent will provide FEED services for advanced recycling units at seven sites, building on their success in Baytown. This project aims to enhance recycling efficiency and support circular economy goals.
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  13 June 2023

  Iberdrola to Develop Green Hydrogen Corridor Between Spain and Netherlands

  Agreements signed to establish a green hydrogen maritime corridor, enhancing transport, storage, and distribution between Spain and the Netherlands, aiming to decarbonize Northern Europe's industry.
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  15 May 2023

  Trinseo Opens Polycarbonate Dissolution Pilot Facility in Terneuzen

  The new facility advances sustainability goals by recycling polycarbonate from mixed materials without pre-treatment, aiding in Trinseo's 2030 targets and enhancing R&D capabilities.
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  8 May 2023

  GIDARA Energy Secures Environmental Permit for Amsterdam Methanol Facility

  The facility will convert local waste into renewable methanol using patented technology. The permit ensures minimal environmental impact and aligns with Amsterdam's sustainability goals.
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  14 April 2023

  Rotterdam Port Authority Allocates Site for 1 GW Green Hydrogen Plant

  An 11ha site on the Maasvlakte is being developed for a green hydrogen plant, leveraging wind energy from the IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm. The plant aims to be operational by 2028.
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  27 March 2023

  LyondellBasell and EEW Partner on Advanced Waste Sorting

  The LOI explores a strategic partnership to extract and recycle plastics from incineration waste, supporting advanced sorting infrastructure and reducing CO2 emissions by diverting plastics from incineration.
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  22 March 2023

  UBQ Materials to Build Sustainable Plastic Factory in the Netherlands

  The new factory in Bergen op Zoom will hire 140 employees, process 104,600 tons of waste annually, and support the region's transition to a circular economy with sustainable materials.
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  21 March 2023

  Olin to Close Dutch Cumene Plant

  Operations will cease at epoxy resin facilities in South Korea and Brazil. Q1 2023 results will include $57M in restructuring charges, with $15M as non-cash asset impairments.
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  7 March 2023

  Uniper Chooses Plug for 100MW Electrolyzer at Rotterdam Maasvlakte Plant

  The Maasvlakte Energy Hub will use Plug's electrolyzer technology to produce green hydrogen by 2026, expanding to 500 MW by 2030, aiding the Netherlands' decarbonization and energy security goals.
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  6 March 2023

  VoltH2 Secures SDE++ Subsidy for Green Hydrogen Plants in the Netherlands

  The Dutch government awarded a substantial SDE++ subsidy to support green hydrogen production in Vlissingen and Terneuzen, advancing the projects towards construction by early 2024.
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  26 January 2023

  Gasunie Update: Zuidbroek Nitrogen Plant Operational by October

  Construction to finish this spring, with testing in summer. The new situation won't impact Groningen gas production for 2022/2023 due to lower demand and existing nitrogen facilities meeting needs.
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  21 December 2022

  Dutch State Supports Air Liquide's Electrolyzer Projects in Terneuzen and Rotterdam

  The Dutch State backs two 200 MW electrolyzer projects producing 30,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen annually, cutting over 5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions, aiding decarbonization and clean mobility.
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  12 December 2022

  Tessenderlo Kerley Begins Construction of Liquid Fertilizer Plant in Netherlands

  The new plant at Chemelot will produce Thio-Sul® fertilizer, operational by mid-2024, employing 20 people. It supports sustainable agriculture and strengthens market presence in Western Europe.
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  17 November 2022

  Circularise secures €11M funding from Brightlands, Asahi Kasei, Neste, 4impact

  Circularise will use the funds to advance its blockchain-based digital product passports and mass balance bookkeeping software, supporting the shift to a circular economy in industrial supply chains.
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  10 November 2022

  Vision Energy and Linde Engineering Partner on Green Energy Terminal in the Netherlands

  They've signed an agreement to accelerate engineering for a Green Energy Terminal in Vlissingen, focusing on hydrogen carriers, renewable energy, and low-carbon fuels, aiming for completion by Q3 2023.
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  11 October 2022

  Cepsa and Port of Rotterdam to Create Europe's First Green Hydrogen Corridor

  The corridor will decarbonize industry and maritime transport, support EU energy independence, and is expected to be operational by 2027, with plans for further expansion from Huelva.
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  6 October 2022

  Lhyfe to Develop 200 MW Green Hydrogen Plant in Delfzijl

  Delfzijl's access to offshore wind power supports green hydrogen production, aiding decarbonization and easing grid congestion. The project awaits licenses, permissions, and financial decisions.