All news (page 50)

• 7 April 2017

  BASF Expands Lemförde Site

  A new production line and dispatch hall are being built, with infrastructure upgrades. The project, costing a double-digit million figure, aims to enhance global competence in polyurethane specialties.
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  31 March 2017

  ENCE Biomass Plant Boosts AIQBE

  A new 50MW low-emission biomass plant in Huelva will increase biomass consumption to 400,000 tons/yr, reduce CO2 emissions, and boost economic activity and employment.
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  30 March 2017

  Andalusia Backs AIQBE and Industrial Sector

  The Andalusian government, along with business and labor unions, has signed a pact to boost industrial activity and attract investments, with additional support from Huelva's provincial government.
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  30 March 2017

  Andalusian Government Recognizes AIQBE

  The Junta de Andalucía awarded AIQBE for its significant contributions to the economy and business sector over the past decades, coinciding with AIQBE's 30th anniversary.
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  23 March 2017

  Novo Nordisk and Novozymes Residues to be Converted into Biogas

  A new biogas plant in Kalundborg will convert 300,000 tonnes of biomass annually, reducing CO2 by 17,000 tonnes and creating 15-20 jobs. The plant will be operational by spring 2018.
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  16 March 2017

  LANXESS Invests EUR 100 Million in German Sites

  EUR 40 million each will go to Leverkusen and Krefeld-Uerdingen, with the rest to Brunsbüttel and Antwerp. Expansions target intermediates for automotive, construction, and crop protection sectors.

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  8 March 2017

  WACKER Expands Silicon-Metal Capacity in Norway

  An €85 million investment will boost silicon-metal production in Holla, Norway, enhancing raw material sourcing and supply reliability. Completion is expected in the first half of 2019.
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  7 March 2017

  Sederma Invests €10M in Facility Expansion

  The investment will boost innovation, production, and sustainability, enhancing product quality and reducing environmental impact. The focus remains on advanced, substantiated plant cell culture products.
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  3 March 2017

  EFRA Project Hits Midway at Gdansk Refinery

  The EFRA Project has completed 50% of its design, supply, and construction work, with significant progress in heavy lifting, procurement, and assembly, aiming for completion by Q2 2018.
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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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  1 March 2017

  Enhancing Efficiency at Total Antwerp

  Modernizing Antwerp's refining and petrochemicals platform to boost efficiency, competitiveness, and reduce environmental impact by sharing resources and recovering off-gas for petrochemical feedstock.
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  23 February 2017

  WACKER Boosts Dispersion Production in Burghausen

  A new 60,000-ton dispersion reactor will be completed this year, enhancing production for paints, adhesives, and construction materials, driven by global demand and trends like urbanization and energy efficiency.
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  20 February 2017

  AkzoNobel Invests €12.6M in UK Innovation Hub

  The new UK hub will house over 100 scientists developing protective coatings for energy, mining, and infrastructure. It features advanced testing facilities and will be operational by late 2018.
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  16 February 2017

  Synthomer invests €20M in Worms dispersion plant

  The investment adds automated lines, boosting capacity by 30,000 tonnes. It enhances growth in various sectors and shortens supply lead times, with completion expected by Q3 2018.
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  14 February 2017

  Evonik Invests Millions in New PMMA Film Plant

  The new plant will produce wide, multi-layer PMMA films for medical, construction, and graphics industries, creating new jobs and offering innovative, long-lasting, and sustainable products.
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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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  26 January 2017

  Momentive Breaks Ground on NXT Silane Facility in Leverkusen

  The new facility in Leverkusen will expand production of NXT silane for the automotive industry, enhancing local supply and supporting global demand for low rolling resistance tires.
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  23 January 2017

  BASF Boosts MDI Production in Antwerp

  MDI production at the Verbund site in Antwerp increased from 560,000 to 650,000 metric tons annually. MDI is crucial for polyurethanes, enhancing insulation, reducing car weight, and saving energy in buildings.
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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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  11 January 2017

  Boliden Expands Tara Mine

  New mineralisation at Tara zinc mine identified. Tailings dam expansion and exploration drift approved, extending mine life to 2026. Investment totals EUR 44m, pending permits.
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  1 January 2017

  SKW Piesteritz Modernizes Annually

  Millions are invested yearly to update plants, ensuring minimal downtime and enhanced safety. Recent ammonia plant upgrades improve efficiency and save enough natural gas to heat 20,000 homes.
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  20 December 2016

  WACKER Acquires Spanish Fermentation Plant to Boost Cysteine Production

  WACKER invests €30M to modernize a newly acquired Spanish fermentation plant, boosting cysteine production and creating 35 jobs, meeting growing demand in food and pharmaceutical sectors.
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  19 December 2016

  Repsol Completes €30M Investment in Sines Fuel Storage Park

  The Fuel Storage Park in Sines, completed on time and budget, stores 100M liters of diesel, enhancing national energy security with pipeline connections to the port and CLC.
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  13 December 2016

  Polynt Group Expands Malic Acid Capacity by 8000 T/Y in Ravenna

  The new plant will be operational by end of 2016, increasing total capacity to 22,000 T/Y. Malic Acid demand is driven by food, beverage, confectionery, and technical applications.
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  7 December 2016

  Peak Resources Announces £70 Million Wilton Investment

  The new refinery at Wilton will process rare earth minerals for various industries. The site was chosen for its logistics, resources, and skilled labor. Production may start in 2019.
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  5 December 2016

  Takeda to Invest €40M in New Dublin Facility

  The €40M investment will expand the Grange Castle site, creating 40 jobs and producing the oncology product NINLARO™. Supported by IDA Ireland, it highlights confidence in Ireland's pharma sector.
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  30 November 2016

  Takeda to Invest Over €100M in German Dengue Vaccine Plant

  The new plant in Singen will enhance dengue vaccine production, leveraging local expertise. Initial construction starts immediately, with production expected by 2019.
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  23 November 2016

  BASF Expands Fungicide Production in Tarragona

  The €21M investment boosts production by 25%, creating 30 jobs. Over 60 formulations will be produced, enhancing crop protection and supporting sustainable agriculture.