- Akzo Nobel invested EUR 200 million in new chlorine and MCA plants in Delfzijl.
- The project included relocating activities from Hengelo.
- The Dutch government contributed EUR 65 million, approved by the European Commission.
- The new MCA plant will use chlorine supplied on-site by the new membrane cell technology factory.
Investment and Relocation
Akzo Nobel has completed its largest chemicals investment in the Netherlands, amounting to EUR 200 million. This project involved the construction of new chlorine and monochloroacetic acid (MCA) plants in Delfzijl, with activities relocated from Hengelo.
Government Support
The Dutch government supported the project with a EUR 65 million contribution, which was approved by the European Commission. The official opening event in Delfzijl was attended by notable guests, including the Dutch State Secretary for the Environment, Pieter van Geel.
Technological Advancements
The new MCA plant in Delfzijl is one of the largest globally and benefits from on-site chlorine supply from the new membrane cell technology factory, the first of its kind in Europe. This setup eliminates the need for regular Dutch chlorine transports by rail.
Applications and Benefits
All chlorine produced by the new facility will be transported via pipeline to various users at the chemical park in Delfzijl, with the largest user being the new MCA plant. MCA is an intermediate used in manufacturing pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, agrochemicals, and has applications in the oil, mining, and detergent industries.
