All news (page 22)

• 11 August 2022

  Futurapet Opens PET Recycling Plant in Turkey

  The new plant in Düzce recycles six million PET bottles daily, producing 90 tons of high-quality PET flakes. The modular design by Herbold Meckesheim ensures efficient, high-performance recycling.
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  10 August 2022

  Sundolitt Opens New EPS Factory in Corby, UK

  The new facility, relocated from Gateshead, boosts production for construction and civil engineering. It underscores confidence in the UK market and will create local jobs.
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  9 August 2022

  Chancellor Scholz Visits Hydrogen Infrastructure at Industriepark Höchst

  Chancellor Scholz toured a hydrogen filling station for trains and discussed hydrogen technology and synthetic kerosene production, highlighting the chemical industry's role in sustainable energy solutions.
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  9 August 2022

  Iberdrola to Build Green Hydrogen Plant in Felixtowe Port

  The €170M plant will produce 14,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2026, fueling port vehicles, trucks, and trains, with potential for green ammonia or ethanol production and export.
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  8 August 2022

  Sartorius Acquires Albumedix to Enhance Advanced Therapy Solutions

  Sartorius acquires Albumedix for £415M, adding recombinant albumin solutions to its portfolio. This enhances cell culture media and vaccine production capabilities. Transaction closes Q3 2022.
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  8 August 2022

  Advent Technologies and DEPA Commercial Partner on Hydrogen Projects

  The MoU outlines plans to produce eco-friendly hydrogen, develop a high-efficiency CHP system, and create an innovation hub to advance hydrogen technologies in Greece.

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  28 July 2022

  Mitsubishi Chemical to Expand SoarnoL™ EVOH Resin Production in UK

  Production capacity of SoarnoL™ EVOH resin to increase by 21,000 tons annually by July 2025. The resin aids in food preservation and is recyclable with Soaresin™. Construction starts April 2023.
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  26 July 2022

  BASF Achieves Certification for Sustainable Coconut Oil in Italy

  The site is certified by the Rainforest Alliance, promoting sustainable coconut oil for personal care. The initiative boosts farmer income and supports sustainable practices in the Philippines and Indonesia.
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  26 July 2022

  Grupa Azoty ZAK Begins Alternative Fuels Lab Construction

  The lab, part of the Green Azoty program, will focus on hydrogen and metal analysis, supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy. Completion is expected in 2023.
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  24 July 2022

  Stellantis Invests in Vulcan Energy for Decarbonized Lithium

  Stellantis invests €50M in Vulcan, extending their lithium supply deal to 10 years. The investment supports Vulcan's expansion and aligns with Stellantis' decarbonization and electrification goals.
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  21 July 2022

  BASF Expands Vitamin A Plant in Germany

  The expanded plant will boost vitamin A powder production for animal nutrition, enhancing capacity and efficiency. The project aligns with market demands and sustainability goals.
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  21 July 2022

  BASF Enhances Role in Nutrition, Flavor, and Fragrance Industries

  The Nutrition & Health division consolidates operations, expands vitamin A and enzyme production, and forms global units for Nutrition Ingredients and Aroma Ingredients to drive growth and sustainability.
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  21 July 2022

  WeylChem Invests in Advanced Glyoxal Production in France

  WeylChem is investing 15m euros to boost Glyoxal production in Lamotte, reducing the site's carbon footprint by 20%. The new plant will start in early 2024, supported by the French State and ADEME.
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  20 July 2022

  INEOS Invests in Recyclable Flexible Packaging Technology in Brussels

  The investment aims to develop recyclable polyethylene and polypropylene packaging films, reducing landfill waste by one million tonnes annually, using advanced MDO technology from Hosokawa Alpine.
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  13 July 2022

  Neste Secures EU Funding for Chemical Recycling in Porvoo

  The project aims to pretreat and upgrade 400,000 tons of waste plastic annually, targeting over 1 million tons by 2030, enhancing chemical recycling and reducing reliance on virgin fossil resources.
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  13 July 2022

  Shell Moerdijk Advances Toward Net Zero and Sustainable Chemical Production

  Shell Moerdijk invests in a pyrolysis oil upgrader to enhance recycling, aiming for net zero emissions by 2032. Plans include hydrogen production, bio-based feedstocks, and doubling plant capacity.
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  12 July 2022

  Enagás to Invest €4.775 Billion in Energy Security and Decarbonisation

  The 2022-2030 Strategic Plan focuses on gas and hydrogen infrastructure, innovation, international development, and renewable projects, aiming for 2-4% annual EBITDA growth and carbon neutrality by 2040.
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  8 July 2022

  Vulcan Updates on Zero Carbon Lithium™ Projects in Germany and Italy

  Vulcan collaborates with Enel Green Power on geothermal lithium in Italy and advances its Zero Carbon Lithium™ Project in Germany with positive EIA results and ongoing community support.
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  7 July 2022

  Volkswagen Launches Global Battery Business with PowerCo

  Volkswagen's new company, PowerCo, will manage global battery production, investing €20B by 2030. The first cell factory in Salzgitter starts in 2025, creating up to 20,000 jobs in Europe.
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  6 July 2022

  Shell to Build Europe's Largest Renewable Hydrogen Plant in Rotterdam

  The 200MW electrolyser will produce up to 60,000 kg of renewable hydrogen daily by 2025, powered by offshore wind. It will help decarbonize Shell's Rotterdam refinery and support commercial transport.
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  6 July 2022

  Trinseo Boosts Acrylic Resin Production in Italy

  The new compounding line in Rho will be operational by Q3 2022, nearly doubling capacity in three years, enhancing product performance, and supporting sustainability goals with lower resource consumption.
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  6 July 2022

  Estonia Develops First Nationwide Hydrogen Valley

  Estonia's Hydrogen Valley aims to create a full hydrogen value chain in six years, enhancing energy independence and sustainability through green hydrogen production, transport, and storage infrastructure.
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  1 July 2022

  Lonza to Build Large-Scale Drug Product Facility in Stein

  The CHF 500M facility, set for 2026 completion, will enhance end-to-end drug product manufacturing, leveraging existing infrastructure and focusing on sustainability with a photovoltaic roof.
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  30 June 2022

  Construction Begins at Muga Potash Mine in Spain

  Initial construction at Muga Mine includes fencing, staff facilities, and excavation. The project targets shallow sylvinite beds for low-cost mining. Some areas were relinquished due to geological factors.
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  30 June 2022

  Trinseo and GMP to Build Recycling Plant in Netherlands

  The new plant will recycle polystyrene for food packaging, aiming for a 2024 startup. It will enhance circularity and sustainability, supporting long-term agreements and further research.
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  30 June 2022

  INEOS Köln receives €770,000 for Green Hydrogen feasibility study

  The study will explore a 100MW water electrolysis plant to cut CO2 by 100,000 tonnes annually. The hydrogen produced will support ammonia and methanol production, aiding regional climate goals.
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  29 June 2022

  FREYR Battery Approves First Gigafactory in Norway

  The gigafactory will have a 29 GWh capacity, supported by $1.6 billion in debt financing and Norwegian government backing, aiming for high efficiency and significant market impact by 2030.
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  29 June 2022

  Gasunie Begins National Hydrogen Network Construction

  The Dutch Minister for Climate and Energy announced plans for a national hydrogen network, leveraging existing gas infrastructure to connect seaports, industrial clusters, and storage, boosting sustainability.