- Air Liquide will invest 40 million euros in a new Air Separation Unit in Schwarzheide, Germany.
- The ASU will supply oxygen and nitrogen and is planned to be operational in 2023.
- BASF's new plant will produce battery materials for 400,000 electric vehicles annually.
- The ASU will also produce liquid products for the Industrial Merchant market.
Investment and Construction
Air Liquide will invest around 40 million euros to construct a state-of-the-art Air Separation Unit (ASU) at BASF’s Schwarzheide site in Germany. This ASU will supply oxygen and nitrogen to BASF’s new battery material plant, which is one of the company's largest and most innovative European sites.
Operational Timeline
The new ASU is planned to be operational in 2023. It will adhere to the highest industry standards in safety, efficiency, and reliability. Additionally, it will produce liquid products for the Industrial Merchant market.
Production Capacity
BASF’s new battery material plant will produce components for 400,000 electric vehicles annually. The plant focuses on creating sustainable products by integrating renewable energies, enhancing energy efficiency, and promoting a circular economy.
Regional Impact
The ASU will complement Air Liquide’s existing 23 air gases production plants in Germany, enhancing the reliable supply of industrial gases to customers in Germany and Poland. The presence of two production sources in eastern Germany and six in Poland will optimize bulk truck routing and reduce the number of kilometers driven per ton of gas delivered, aligning with Air Liquide’s Climate Objectives.
