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Kemira's Helsingborg Plant Approved for Activated Carbon Reactivation

Key highlights
  • The plant requires a low double-digit million-euro investment.
  • It will be operational in the second half of 2027.
  • The plant will target PFAS removal from water.
  • Helsingborg site celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2025.

Investment Approval

Kemira has received full investment approval for its plan to build an activated carbon reactivation plant at its Helsingborg site in Sweden. This strategic move aims to enhance Kemira's water treatment capabilities in the Nordic region and invest in activated carbon as a growth area.

Plant Details

The new facility will require a low double-digit million-euro investment and is designed to reactivate spent granular and pelletized activated carbon. This will enable the reuse of carbon in drinking water and wastewater treatment applications, playing a crucial role in removing micropollutants, including PFAS, which are increasingly regulated across Europe.

Timeline

The plant is expected to become operational in the second half of 2027, pending final permits and construction timelines.

Helsingborg Site Anniversary

This announcement coincides with the 150th anniversary of the Helsingborg site in 2025, which has evolved into a hub for sustainable chemical production, contributing to both Kemira's growth and the economic vitality of the region.