Dutch chemical industry news (page 6)

• 25 October 2017

  Kemira to Invest EUR 30 Million in Polymer Technology for CEOR

  The investment will expand polymer manufacturing capacity at Botlek, Netherlands, with new operations expected by early 2019, driven by anticipated customer demand and tailored innovation.
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  29 September 2017

  INVISTA Expands Global Polyols Capacity

  A new reactor in the Netherlands and recent U.S. capacity increases will align production with rising demand, driven by product innovations and customer collaboration in polyols technology.
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  18 September 2017

  Emerald Kalama Chemical Expands Benzoic Acid and Aroma Chemical Production

  The $40M Rotterdam expansion boosts global capacity and flexibility for benzoic acid, benzaldehyde, and key aroma chemicals, enhancing supply chain and dual production locations.
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  13 September 2017

  Sabic Expands in Europe with New Polypropylene Facilities

  New pilot plant and extrusion facility in Geleen to drive innovation in polypropylene products, supporting sustainable solutions for automotive, healthcare, packaging, and more.
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  1 September 2017

  BioMCN to Invest €100 Million to Double Capacity

  The investment will refurbish a mothballed methanol line, creating 30 permanent jobs and several hundred indirect jobs. The plant will produce 438,000 tons annually, starting in Q4 2018.
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  27 July 2017

  OCI Fertilizer Plant Resumes Operations

  After a 2015 fire, the plant underwent extensive repairs, including a new e-system and modern facilities. Production resumed in five months, with enhanced safety and efficiency measures in place.

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  7 July 2017

  Statoil, Vattenfall, Gasunie to Explore Hydrogen Conversion

  The MoU aims to convert a Dutch gas plant to hydrogen, potentially cutting 4 million tons of CO2 annually. Feasibility studies and infrastructure needs are being assessed for a large-scale hydrogen value chain.
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  20 June 2017

  QUARTERBACK for LIFE Wins 2017 VNCI Responsible Care Award

  The QUARTERBACK for LIFE project converts crude glycerine into biogas, reducing CO2 emissions by 25% and enhancing energy efficiency through innovative anaerobic digestion and utility modifications.
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  17 June 2017

  DuPont Expands Axtra PHY Phytase Line in Europe

  New Axtra PHY products offer European animal producers faster nutrient uptake, lower feed costs, and reduced environmental impact, with optimized dosing for poultry and swine.
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  10 May 2017

  Rain Carbon Inc. Plans New Hydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resins Plant in The Netherlands

  The new plant will produce 20,000 metric tons of hydrogenated hydrocarbon resins annually, enhancing the existing product line and meeting rising demand for high-quality, colorless adhesives.
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  11 April 2017

  BioMCN Delfzijl Advances Sustainability with CO2 Injection

  A new CO2 injection method boosts bio-methanol production to 15,000 tons, creating jobs and aligning with regional sustainability goals. The project receives over €110,000 in grants.
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  2 March 2017

  INVISTA Expands European Polyols Capacity

  Capacity upgrades at the Vlissingen facility will meet growing demand for Terate® and TERRIN™ polyols in Europe, enhancing efficiency and product performance.
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  9 February 2017

  AkzoNobel, Avantium, and Partners Advance Biobased Economy with New Technology

  A new reference plant in Delfzijl will use Avantium's Zambezi process to convert non-food biomass into high-purity glucose and lignin, accelerating the biobased economy.
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  11 January 2017

  Coolrec Opens Plastics Compounding Plant in Emmen

  The new plant refines recycled plastic pellets for consumer goods, enhancing sustainability and supporting the circular economy with high-value secondary raw materials.
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  16 November 2016

  Sabic's New PP Pilot Plant to Address Industry Needs

  The new pilot plant in Sittard-Geleen will use gas-phase polymerization to develop advanced polypropylene materials for various industries, with construction by Zeton and a focus on innovation and market needs.
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  28 October 2016

  PPG Completes Silica Capacity Expansion in Delfzijl

  The expansion adds 15,000 tons/year of advanced precipitated silica, meeting global demand for AGILON® silica products, especially for tire manufacturers, enhancing performance and sustainability.
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  24 August 2016

  GETEC Acquires Emmtec Industry Park from Nuon

  GETEC will acquire Emmtec Industry Park, ensuring employment for 200 staff. The deal, pending antitrust approval, aims to enhance GETEC's European market presence and competencies in the chemical industry.
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  27 July 2016

  Musim Mas Europe Acquires Dutch Glycerine Refinery

  DGR, established in 2014, is the largest crude glycerine refinery globally. Located in Delfzijl Chemical Park, it offers easy access to European markets and serves diverse industries.
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  26 April 2016

  Zenith Energy Acquires BP's Amsterdam Terminal

  Zenith plans to invest $100M in the Amsterdam terminal to enhance LPG storage. The facility, in the ARA region, has over six million barrels of capacity and extensive connectivity for transport.
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  3 February 2016

  Zenith Energy Acquires Amsterdam Terminal from BP

  The acquired terminal in Amsterdam has over six million barrels of storage, advanced blending capabilities, and significant expansion potential. BP will remain a key customer.
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  8 December 2015

  Shell to Build Solvent Deasphalter Unit at Pernis Refinery

  The new unit will enhance product quality, flexibility, and environmental performance. Construction starts next year, with completion by end of 2018. The project will employ around 1,000 additional workers.
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  2 November 2015

  Evonik Acquires Dutch Hydrogen Peroxide Producer

  The acquisition includes the Delfzijl plant, boosting H2O2 capacity in Europe to over 250,000 metric tons annually, enhancing service and meeting regional demand.
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  1 November 2015

  Evonik Acquires Hydrogen Peroxide Producer in Delfzijl

  The acquisition boosts hydrogen peroxide capacity in Europe to over 250,000 metric tons annually, enhancing service and meeting regional demand. The Resource Efficiency segment generated €4 billion in 2014.
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  29 October 2015

  ExxonMobil Expands Rotterdam Hydrocracker for Higher-Value Products

  The Rotterdam refinery will upgrade its hydrocracker to produce cleaner, higher-value products like Group II base stocks and ultra-low sulfur diesel, enhancing competitiveness and profitability.
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  14 September 2015

  AkzoNobel, Eneco, and Groningen Seaports Invest in Sustainable Steam

  Eneco retrofits its biomass facility to produce steam, reducing AkzoNobel's CO2 emissions. Groningen Seaports provides infrastructure. Steam supply starts December 2016.
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  8 September 2015

  Neste Begins Construction of Bio LPG Facility in Rotterdam

  The new facility will produce 40,000 tonnes of Bio LPG annually, reducing carbon footprints without equipment changes. SHV Energy will distribute it across Europe, supporting sustainability goals.
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  29 July 2015

  Yara Invests $263M to Boost Urea Production in Sluiskil

  The investment will replace an old prilling unit with a new granulator, increasing urea with sulphur capacity to 660,000 tons annually, while reducing UAN production and boosting CAN output.
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  12 June 2015

  OCI N.V. to Acquire BioMCN

  The acquisition includes a methanol plant in the Netherlands, enhancing OCI's European market presence. BioMCN's glycerin activities will continue separately.