Dutch chemical industry news (page 4)

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  21 May 2024

  Novo Holdings and A.P. Moller Holding Invest €150M in CIRCTEC's Tyre Pyrolysis Plant in the Netherlands

  The €150M funding will build Europe's largest tyre pyrolysis recycling facility in Delfzijl, converting waste tyres into sustainable fuels and chemicals, reducing emissions and supporting circular economy.
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  21 May 2024

  Circtec Begins Construction on Circular Factory in Delfzijl

  The new factory will convert 200,000 tons of used tires into green chemicals, reducing CO2 emissions by 5% of the Dutch chemical sector and creating over 120 jobs. Expansion is planned for 2027-2028.
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  9 April 2024

  Hydrogen Import Facility at Rotterdam Port

  A new facility at Rotterdam will import and distribute green hydrogen, supporting Europe's decarbonization goals through efficient supply chain solutions.
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  11 March 2024

  Morley Secures Services Contract for Shell's Rotterdam Hydrogen Project

  Morley will provide design, procurement, and construction management for Europe's largest renewable hydrogen project, powered by offshore wind, to support decarbonization and heavy transport.
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  4 March 2024

  Trafigura Acquires Greenergy

  Trafigura acquires Greenergy's European business, enhancing its biofuels and fuel supply operations. The deal supports Greenergy's decarbonisation plan and market expansion.
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  20 February 2024

  Itero secures €5m from EU for Brightlands Chemelot demonstration plant

  The plant will process 27kt of waste plastics annually, offsetting 20kt of fossil resources and creating 40 jobs, supporting the transition to a circular plastics hub in Limburg.

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  5 February 2024

  H&S Installs Mattress Recycling Plant in Lelystad

  The new plant uses advanced depolymerization to recycle polyurethane foam from 200,000 mattresses annually, producing high-quality recycled polyol for new PU products, aiding EU waste reduction goals.
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  27 January 2024

  Paques Biomaterials Secures €14M for PHA Production Site in Emmen

  Raised funds will scale up biopolymer production, leveraging wastewater technology. New facility in Emmen to produce biodegradable PHA, with significant market growth expected by 2028.
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  24 January 2024

  Pryme N.V. Produces First Oil at Rotterdam Plant

  The plant began production on January 19, 2024, focusing on calibrating processes and optimizing performance. Full-scale production is expected by Q3, aiming for 30,000 metric tons of pyrolysis oil annually.
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  17 January 2024

  Braskem and Shell to Produce Circular Polypropylene from Plastic Waste

  Shell will convert pyrolysis oils into circular feedstocks, which Braskem will use to produce circular polypropylene, supporting sustainability and circular economy goals.
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  12 January 2024

  BYK Netherlands Invests in New Solvent-Based Wax Dispersions Plant

  The new plant in Deventer will replace the current facility, meeting future customer and regulatory demands. Commercial production starts end 2026, ensuring safety, sustainability, and reliability.
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  8 January 2024

  Equinor and Linde Partner on Dutch Hydrogen Project

  The project will produce low-carbon hydrogen with CO2 capture and storage, aiming for 95% CO2 capture. Production starts in 2029, connecting to hydrogen pipelines in the Netherlands and Germany.
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  19 December 2023

  Air Liquide to Build CO₂ Capture Unit in Rotterdam

  The new unit will use Cryocap™ technology to capture CO₂ from a hydrogen plant, transport it via Porthos, and store it in North Sea gas fields, reducing emissions by 2.5 million tons annually.
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  18 November 2023

  Porthos Launches First CO2 Storage Project in Rotterdam

  Porthos will invest €1.3 billion in a CO2 transport and storage system in Rotterdam, operational by 2026. It will store 2.5 Mton CO2 annually for 15 years, aiding Dutch climate goals.
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  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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  15 July 2023

  Stora Enso Announces Restructuring for Competitiveness and Profitability

  Plans include closing several production sites, reducing 1,150 jobs, and improving EBIT by EUR 110 million annually. Change negotiations will follow local regulations.
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  11 July 2023

  SABIC, Plastic Energy, Siemer, and Landbell Collaborate for Plastics Circular Economy

  The collaboration enhances recycling by converting low-grade plastic waste into pyrolysis oil for circular polymers, advancing the circular economy.
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  11 July 2023

  SABIC, Plastic Energy, Siemer, and Landbell Collaborate on Advanced Recycling in Geleen

  A new plant in Geleen will process pre-sorted plastic waste into pyrolysis oil for circular polymer production, advancing the circular economy for plastics.
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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

  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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  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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  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.