All news (page 27)

• 27 January 2022

  INEOS to Build Low-Carbon Hydrogen Plant in Grangemouth, UK

  The new plant aims to cut site emissions by 60% by 2030, with CO2 stored offshore. It will replace hydrocarbon fuels with hydrogen, supporting a local hydrogen hub and the Scottish Cluster CCS project.
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  26 January 2022

  BASF Boosts Feed Enzyme Production in Ludwigshafen

  The expanded plant increases fermentation runs, meeting global demand for high-quality feed enzymes like Natuphos® E, Natugrain® TS, and Natupulse® TS, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in animal nutrition.
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  26 January 2022

  LANXESS boosts Preventol CMK production by 50% in Germany

  The expansion addresses rising demand for disinfectants and industrial preservation, driven by increased hygiene awareness and biosecurity needs in agriculture, human health, and industrial applications.
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  25 January 2022

  Isopropanol Plant Expansion Nears Completion in Roussillon

  The isopropanol plant expansion will be completed by Q1 2022, increasing capacity by 70% to 120 Kt/year. Energy consumption will drop 66%, cutting CO2 emissions by 10 Kt annually.
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  21 January 2022

  Government Supports Britishvolt's Gigafactory for EV Batteries in Blyth, UK

  The UK government offers funding for a gigafactory in Blyth, creating 3,000 direct and 5,000 indirect jobs, boosting EV production, and attracting private investment for a greener future.
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  20 January 2022

  Clariant's Podari Plant Ready for Start-Up

  The biofuel plant in Romania, built with Bilfinger Tebodin's support, is mechanically complete. The facility will process 250,000 tons of straw annually, producing 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol.

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  15 January 2022

  Unimot Group Signs Preliminary Deal to Acquire Lotos Fuel Terminals and Bitumen Plants

  The acquisition will make Unimot the third-largest fuel storage and second-largest bitumen seller, doubling its workforce and potentially adding PLN 70-100 million in annual EBITDA.
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  14 January 2022

  Evonik to Build Industrial-Scale Rhamnolipids Plant in Slovakia

  Investing a three-digit million-euro sum, the new plant will produce bio-based, biodegradable rhamnolipids, enhancing partnerships and market position in biosurfactants. Completion is expected in two years.
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  13 January 2022

  Maire Tecnimont Secures €250M EPC Contract for Covestro Aniline Plant in Antwerp

  The project will expand aniline production in Antwerp, with completion expected by 2024. It will use advanced technologies for safety and efficiency, enhancing the site's infrastructure and logistics.
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  12 January 2022

  SABIC, Saudi Aramco, and PKN Orlen Sign MOU for Growth in Poland and CEE

  The MOU explores potential petrochemical projects, including a new facility in Poland, asset expansions, and a new cracker. A joint development agreement may follow the exploration phase.
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  12 January 2022

  PKN ORLEN and LOTOS Group Merger Nears Completion

  Four partners selected to meet EU conditions, ensuring energy security, diversification, and expansion into new markets. No collective redundancies planned; focus on strategic growth and R&D.
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  12 January 2022

  Aramco Invests in PKN Orlen's Gdansk Refinery

  Aramco acquires stakes in a Gdansk refinery, wholesale business, and jet fuel venture. Also signs MoUs to explore opportunities in Central and Eastern Europe, including R&D.
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  11 January 2022

  Nobian and Vulcan Partner on Lithium Project for European EV Batteries

  The partnership will assess producing lithium hydroxide in Germany, leveraging electrolysis expertise and geothermal resources to support Europe's growing EV battery market and sustainability goals.
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  11 January 2022

  Plastic Energy and TotalEnergies Partner on Advanced Recycling Plant in Spain

  A new plant in Sevilla will recycle 33,000 tons of plastic waste annually into food-grade polymers by 2025, enhancing circular economy efforts in Europe.
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  3 January 2022

  Trinseo Acquires Heathland B.V.

  The acquisition enhances access to recycling technologies and aligns with 2030 sustainability goals, focusing on climate change, sustainable products, and circular economy initiatives.
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  2 January 2022

  Westlake Acquires Hexion Epoxy Business

  The $1.2B acquisition adds a leading portfolio of specialty resins, coatings, and composites, enhancing capabilities in high-growth, sustainable sectors like wind energy and lightweight automotive components.
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  29 December 2021

  Northvolt Assembles First Battery Cell at Swedish Gigafactory

  The first battery cell was assembled at the gigafactory in Skellefteå, marking a milestone. Production will scale up to 60 GWh annually by 2022, fulfilling contracts with major automotive and industrial clients.
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  23 December 2021

  Quantafuel Begins Production at Skive Plant

  The Skive plant is now in production, targeting Proof-of-Concept by year-end. New equipment performs well, with minor adjustments. The 2022 goal is processing 12,000 tonnes of plastics.
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  21 December 2021

  Hexion Expands ECH Production in Pernis

  The expansion will add 25,000 metric tons of annual ECH capacity, use biobased feedstocks, and reduce energy intensity. Completion is expected by late 2024.
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  21 December 2021

  GreenH2Atlantic Advances Renewable Hydrogen in Sines, Portugal

  A 100 MW green hydrogen project in Sines, Portugal, funded by the EU's Horizon 2020, aims to start construction in 2023 and operation by 2025, supporting Europe's decarbonization goals.
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  17 December 2021

  Apollo Funds Acquire Kem One Group

  The acquisition supports growth and modernization plans. Apollo aims to enhance production reliability and reduce environmental impact. Frédéric Chalmin remains CEO, with Jim Voss as Chairman.
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  17 December 2021

  Ineos and Petroineos Partner with Plastic Energy on Plastic Recycling Breakthrough

  The trial at Grangemouth aims to convert hard-to-recycle plastic into food-grade material, enhancing circularity and reducing landfill. The project uses advanced recycling to create sustainable packaging.
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  16 December 2021

  ENGIE and Equinor Launch H2BE for Low-Carbon Hydrogen in Belgium

  The H2BE project will produce low-carbon hydrogen from natural gas using ATR and CCS, supporting Belgium's hydrogen strategy and aiming for operations before 2030 to meet decarbonization targets.
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  15 December 2021

  ORLEN to Build Advanced Biofuel Plant in Poland

  The new plant will produce 25,000 tonnes of bioethanol annually from non-food agricultural feedstocks, supporting carbon neutrality goals and creating jobs in Poland.
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  15 December 2021

  bp Awards Engineering Contracts for UK Carbon Capture Projects

  Two consortiums will design and submit plans for a UK power station and carbon capture plant, with one selected for construction in 2023, aiming to support the UK's net zero goals.
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  14 December 2021

  Galp and Northvolt Form Aurora to Develop Lithium Plant in Portugal

  Aurora aims to build Europe's largest sustainable lithium plant in Portugal, producing 35,000 tons annually by 2026, supporting the battery value chain and energy transition efforts.
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  9 December 2021

  Danish Government Grants DKK 197 Million for North Sea CO2 Storage

  The Danish Energy Agency funds Project Greensand to support Denmark's 70% CO2 reduction by 2030. The project aims to store up to 8 million tons of CO2 annually in the North Sea by 2030.
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  9 December 2021

  ArcelorMittal Invests $30 Million in Carbon Capture Specialist LanzaTech

  The $30M investment expands a partnership to use carbon capture technology, reducing CO2 emissions and producing bio-ethanol. The project is part of a broader effort to decarbonize and innovate.