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2 October 2023
Hystar to Build 4 GW Factory and Expand to North America
A new 4 GW electrolyser factory in Norway will be operational by 2025. North American expansion includes a headquarters in 2024 and a multi-GW factory by 2027.
27 September 2023
BASF Sells Neopolen® Business to Knauf
The sale includes production facilities, products, IP, contracts, and trademarks. Around 40 employees will be affected. Completion is expected by March 31, 2024, pending regulatory approval.
27 September 2023
Arkema to Decarbonize and Enhance Competitiveness at Carling Site
By 2026, a new purification technology will cut CO2 emissions by 20% at the Carling site, supporting a 1.5°C climate goal. This €130M project is partly funded by the French State and EU.
25 September 2023
DHL, HH2E, and Sasol to Boost Germany's Decarbonized Aviation
The collaboration aims to produce up to 500,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel annually in East Germany, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting net-zero goals by 2050. Airbus may join as an offtaker.
25 September 2023
Galp Finalizes Investment in Green Hydrogen and Biofuels Projects at Sines Refinery
Two large-scale projects at Sines refinery will reduce carbon footprint: a 270 ktpa biofuels unit and a 100 MW green hydrogen plant, both operational by 2025, with a total investment of €650m.
21 September 2023
INEOS Acquires Eramet Titanium & Iron for $245M
The acquisition includes a Norwegian ilmenite plant producing titanium slag and pig iron, plus a long-term supply contract for ilmenite from Senegal. The plant will be renamed INEOS Tyssedal.
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21 September 2023
ORLEN Group to Build Oil Pressing Plant in Poland
The new plant in Kętrzyn will process 500,000 tonnes of rapeseed annually for biofuel production, creating jobs and supporting local farmers. Completion is expected by mid-2026.
21 September 2023
EQTEC Halts Billingham Project in UK
Challenging market conditions and setbacks make the Billingham project unfeasible. Discussions continue on recovering investments. Focus shifts to broader strategic opportunities.
20 September 2023
TotalEnergies to Build Plastic Recycling Unit in France
The new unit will produce 30,000 tons of recycled plastic annually by 2026, supporting high-performance packaging. It aligns with the goal of 1 million tons of circular polymers by 2030 and maintains 250 jobs.
20 September 2023
Salzgitter Orders Major Green Hydrogen Plant from ANDRITZ
A 100 MW electrolysis plant will produce 9,000 tons of green hydrogen annually by 2026 for CO2-free steel production. The project is backed by German subsidies and Salzgitter AG's funds.
14 September 2023
Air Liquide Advances Hydrogen Development at Port-Jérôme
A 400M euro investment in a 200 MW electrolyzer will supply renewable hydrogen to a refinery and other customers, aiding decarbonization in Normandy. The project is supported by the French government.
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.
12 September 2023
Repsol Expands Sines Chemicals Complex
The expansion includes new polyethylene and polypropylene plants, creating jobs and focusing on sustainability, decarbonization, and advanced technologies for a competitive, integrated, and flexible site.
12 September 2023
Braskem to Source Recycled Feedstock from Vitol
The agreement involves supplying pyrolysis oil from chemical recycling to boost circularity and sustainability, aiming to meet recycled material targets and reduce plastic waste by 2030.
12 September 2023
SQM Invests $2.57M in Altilium
The investment will accelerate Altilium's battery recycling tech, supporting sustainable EV supply chains and the scale-up of its UK and European operations.
9 September 2023
LG Magna e-Powertrain Opens New Facility in Hungary
The new facility in Miskolc, Hungary, will produce e-motors by 2025, creating 200 jobs. It aims to meet European EV market demands with scalable electrified powertrain solutions.
8 September 2023
Covestro AG to Enter Open-Ended Discussions with Adnoc
The Board will discuss potential agreements, focusing on sustainability and corporate governance. Any deal needs board and regulatory approval. No further comments unless required by disclosure rules.
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.
7 September 2023
Vertimass EMEA to Acquire Polish Renewable Fuel Company Ekobenz
The acquisition will enable immediate commercial fuel production, expand market reach, and support the introduction of sustainable aviation fuel technology to meet EU and U.S. climate goals.
6 September 2023
Jayplas to Double Wales' Plastic Reprocessing Capacity
The new facility will process 100,000 tonnes of plastics annually, cut Wales' carbon footprint by 150,000 tonnes, and create skilled jobs, supporting zero waste and net zero emissions by 2050.
5 September 2023
Futamura Opens New Production Line in Wigton
The new cellulose film line boosts production by 25%, reducing lead times and supporting sustainable packaging. The team’s dedication was key to this strategic investment.
5 September 2023
LyondellBasell to Close One of Two Polypropylene Units in Brindisi
Consultations with unions begin over potential redundancies. The closure aims to address strategic and financial challenges, focusing on higher value markets. Supply to customers will continue.
1 September 2023
Technip Energies and Versalis Partner on Plastic Waste Recycling Technologies
The partnership aims to integrate advanced recycling technologies to create a sustainable loop for plastic waste, producing new virgin polymers and supporting a circular economy.
1 September 2023
Andrada Group to Build Battery Recycling Plant in Hungary
The plant will recycle 10,000 tons of EV batteries annually, create 200 jobs, and receive HUF 4.7 billion in government support. It will use advanced, environmentally safe technology.
31 August 2023
Bilfinger and Reverion Partner on Sustainable Biogas Facilities
The partnership aims to market and scale innovative biogas technology, enhancing efficiency, storage, and CO2 capture, with Bilfinger aiding in converting existing plants post-pilot phase.
30 August 2023
Bayer invests EUR 220 million in Monheim R&D facility
The new facility will focus on developing sustainable crop protection solutions, enhancing safety, and leveraging AI, with completion expected by 2026.
24 August 2023
Northvolt and EMR Open EV Battery Recycling Facility in Hamburg
A new Hamburg facility recycles 10,000 tonnes of EV batteries annually, supporting Europe's circular supply chain and reducing raw material imports. Opened by Hamburg's First Mayor on August 24.
24 August 2023
Mercer Inaugurates Lignin Center at Rosenthal Pulp Mill, Germany
The new Lignin Center in Germany, supported by Thuringian funds, aims to utilize wood resources fully, producing high-quality lignin for various industries, promoting bioeconomy and reducing fossil dependence.
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