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Tessenderlo to Boost KOH Production in Belgium

Key highlights
  • Production will increase to 220,000 tonnes/year.
  • Target date for increased production is September.
  • Closures of competing producers have been anticipated.

Increased Production

Tessenderlo will increase its caustic potash (KOH) production in Belgium to 220,000 tonnes per year by September. This decision comes in response to the recent closures of competing producers.

Market Anticipation

The company claims to have anticipated these closures, positioning itself to meet the demand left by the exiting competitors. This strategic move aims to strengthen Tessenderlo's market position in the chemical industry.

Project timeline

TessenderloGroup Loos KOH Chlorochemie - France
Execution
2006-01
Completed
2008-01

Project timeline

PC Loos conversion - France
Planned
2006-01
Execution
2015-04
Completed
2017-01
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