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BASF Coatings Opens New Automotive Coatings Plant in Muenster

Key highlights
  • The new BASF Coatings plant in Muenster focuses on high-demand automotive OEM coatings.
  • Construction began in 2019 and took two and a half years to complete.
  • The facility enhances sustainability by optimizing energy use and reducing CO₂ emissions.
  • Since 2022, the Muenster site has been powered entirely by renewable wind energy.

New Facility Overview

BASF Coatings has launched a new production plant for automotive OEM coatings at its Muenster site in Germany. This facility is designed to produce high-demand colors, ensuring consistent product quality and improved production efficiency.

Strategic Investment

The investment represents a strategic milestone for BASF Coatings, enhancing its competitiveness in the high-volume coatings segment. The plant's advanced automation supports sustainable operations and process stability.

Project Development

From initial studies in 2019 to the start of production, the project took two and a half years to complete, driven by BASF Coatings' expertise.

Sustainability Initiatives

The plant optimizes energy consumption to reduce CO₂ emissions. Since 2022, the Muenster site has been powered entirely by renewable wind energy, saving approximately 4,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually.