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3 June 2021
Neste Advances Innovation and Sustainability at Porvoo Refinery
Neste is developing renewable hydrogen, CO2 utilization, and advanced biofuels at Porvoo refinery, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support EU climate targets.
31 May 2021
Synthos Advances Bio-Butadiene Production in Poland
A feasibility study for a 20,000-ton bio-butadiene plant is underway, focusing on sustainable synthetic rubber from bio-ethanol, leveraging expertise in renewable materials and technology scaling.
25 May 2021
Technip Energies Secures Two Contracts from Neste for Rotterdam Renewables Platform
The contracts include EPCM for modifying a refinery to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel and FEED for a potential new renewable products refinery, leveraging proprietary NEXBTL technology.
25 May 2021
Eastman Boosts Naia™ Yarn Production in Barcelona
To meet rising demand for sustainable fibers, production capacity for Naia™ filament yarn will increase by 30% by mid-2021 and over 50% by end of 2022 at the Barcelona site.
24 May 2021
Cummins and Iberdrola to Build Electrolyzer Plant in Spain
A €50M electrolyzer plant in Castilla-La Mancha will produce green hydrogen, create 350 jobs, and support EU's Green Deal. The project includes a 230-MW hydrogen facility and a refueling station.
21 May 2021
Técnicas Reunidas Wins Circular Economy Project for Transport Decarbonization in Europe
The AMA Project will produce bio-methanol from non-recyclable waste in Amsterdam, aiming to reduce transport emissions across Europe with a €200M investment and a 260-ton daily production capacity.
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17 May 2021
Global Bioenergies Scales Up Isobutene Production in France
The company is enhancing its isobutene bio-production process, launching a cosmetics brand, and optimizing production to supply high-value ingredients to the cosmetics sector by 2022.
13 May 2021
ORLEN Unipetrol Tests Chemical Recycling of Plastics in Czech Republic
A pyrolytic unit in Litvínov explores chemical recycling of plastic waste, aiming to integrate it into standard production, reduce carbon footprint, and comply with EU policies.
13 May 2021
Plastipak Invests in Recycled PET Facility in Spain
The new facility in Toledo will produce 20,000 tonnes of food-grade rPET annually, creating 14 jobs. It supports sustainability goals and complies with the Single Use Plastics Directive.
6 May 2021
LyondellBasell Begins Polymer Production from Plastic Waste in Germany
The new polymers, made from plastic waste, are marketed under the Circulen brand, certified by ISCC PLUS, and aim to reduce CO2 emissions and fossil-based raw material use.
29 April 2021
SIR INDUSTRIALE Installs New Pilot Reactor in Castelseprio
The new reactor for Epoxy resin production features a distillation recycling system, separator, cooling system, and Digital Controller, enhancing technology and development capabilities.
28 April 2021
Trinseo and ETB Partner to Develop Bio-Based 1,3-Butadiene in the Netherlands
The collaboration aims to scale up bio-based 1,3-butadiene production from ethanol, focusing on sustainable rubber for green tires, with a pilot plant feasibility study in Europe.
23 April 2021
Covestro Boosts Film Production with New Lines in Dormagen
New coextrusion lines in Dormagen will create 30 jobs, enhance film quality, and speed up supply. The site includes production, a technical center, and research labs, supporting global expansion efforts.
23 April 2021
NextChem to Design Biopolymer Plant for Total Corbion PLA in France
The plant, operational in 2024, will be Europe's first PLA facility, enhancing sustainable plastics. It supports the circular economy with biobased, recyclable, and compostable Luminy® PLA resins.
22 April 2021
New ISO C4 Plant in Burghausen Begins Production
The new plant uses innovative technology to produce high-purity isobutene, saving 20,000 tons of CO2 annually. It has a 60,000 t/a capacity and received EUR 2.8 mn in subsidies for its energy efficiency.
20 April 2021
INEOS Styrolution, Recycling Technologies, and Trinseo advance Europe's first polystyrene recycling plant
A pilot plant in the UK will precede commercial facilities in France and Belgium, converting 15kT/y of PS waste into recycled styrene, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
14 April 2021
Uniper to Develop Hydrogen Hub in Wilhelmshaven
A feasibility study is underway for a hydrogen hub in Wilhelmshaven, including an import terminal for green ammonia, a 410 MW electrolysis plant, and a project for green crude iron production.
31 March 2021
Ørsted to Develop Major Renewable Hydrogen Plant for Dutch-Belgian Industry
A 1 GW electrolyser will link to a 2 GW offshore wind farm, supplying renewable hydrogen via a 45 km pipeline to major industrial players in the Dutch-Flemish North Sea Port cluster.
31 March 2021
RadiciGroup Expands Global Production Capacity for Engineering Polymers
Investing over EUR 35 million, new plants in Mexico and China, and expansions in Europe and North America boost production capacity and sustainability in high-performance polymers.
30 March 2021
LANXESS to Produce Electrolytes for Lithium-Ion Batteries in Germany
Starting next year, LANXESS will produce electrolyte formulations for lithium-ion batteries at its Saltigo plant, enhancing its role in the fast-growing e-mobility market.
28 March 2021
SK IE Technology Announces Record Investment in Polish Separator Plants
Investing KRW 1.13 trillion, the new plants will boost annual separator production to 1.54 billion m2 in Poland, addressing rising EV battery demand and enhancing safety standards.
25 March 2021
Mura Begins Teesside Project and Announces New Partnerships
Construction starts on the first commercial-scale plant using HydroPRS™ to recycle all plastic waste, aiming for global expansion. Strategic partnerships and government support drive the initiative.
24 March 2021
Celanese Plans European GUR® Capacity Expansion
The expansion will add 34KT annual capacity by 2024, supporting EV market growth and medical grade production. Site selection is ongoing, considering both existing and new locations.
18 March 2021
bp to Develop UK's Largest Blue Hydrogen Facility
The project aims for 1GW hydrogen by 2030, capturing 2M tonnes CO₂ annually. Located in Teesside, it supports decarbonization, job creation, and aligns with the UK's net-zero goals.
15 March 2021
H&S to Recycle PU Mattresses in The Netherlands
A new plant will recycle 1.5 million mattresses annually, contributing to EU sustainability goals by generating high-quality polyols and reducing landfill waste.
4 March 2021
OMV to Build 2nd-Gen Biofuel Plant in Austria
The new plant will convert glycerin to bio-alcohol, reducing CO2 emissions. It will produce 1.25 mn liters of propanol annually, with plans to scale up to 125 mn liters, cutting CO2 by 180,000 metric tons.
19 February 2021
Northvolt to Build Europe’s Largest Energy Storage Factory in Poland
A $200M expansion in Gdańsk will boost battery production to 5 GWh by 2022, with potential for 12 GWh. The project includes an R&D center and will create 500 jobs, using renewable energy sources.
19 February 2021
Kazanorgsintez to Build EVA Plant Using Japanese Technology
The new plant will produce 100,000 tons of EVA annually, replacing outdated facilities. It will enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and meet international standards, potentially entering external markets.
16 February 2021
SWEETWOODS Ships First High Purity Lignin and Wood Sugars
SWEETWOODS project delivers high purity lignin and wood sugars, demonstrating sustainable hardwood biomass conversion. Initial tests show promising results for biomaterials and biochemicals production.
8 February 2021
Uniper and Port of Rotterdam Study Green Hydrogen Plant Feasibility
A feasibility study for a 100MW green hydrogen plant at Maasvlakte aims for completion by summer 2025, with plans to expand to 500MW. The project leverages renewable energy and existing infrastructure.
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