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8 January 2024
Equinor and Linde Partner on Dutch Hydrogen Project
The project will produce low-carbon hydrogen with CO2 capture and storage, aiming for 95% CO2 capture. Production starts in 2029, connecting to hydrogen pipelines in the Netherlands and Germany.
21 December 2023
Global Bioenergies Sets Timeline for Biobased Isobutene Plant in France
The plant, using a "direct pathway" process, will be operational by 2027. It will produce isobutene for cosmetics and sustainable aviation fuels, with initial financing secured and engineering design to be finalized by 2024.
14 December 2023
Alkermes to Sell Athlone Facility to Novo Nordisk
The $92.5M sale includes a subcontracting period until 2025. Alkermes aims for operational efficiency, while Novo Nordisk gains manufacturing capacity and 400 skilled employees.
13 December 2023
Arkema to Acquire Arc Building Products in Ireland
The acquisition will enhance Arkema's market position in Ireland, expanding its product range and local production. The deal is set to close in Q1 2024.
8 December 2023
INEOS Acquires LyondellBasell's Bayport Ethylene Oxide Facility for $700M
The acquisition includes ethylene oxide, glycols, and ethers plants. It expands INEOS's US presence, leveraging cost-effective energy and logistics. Completion expected by Q2 2024.
1 December 2023
Sasol Explores Partnerships for Boegoebaai Green Hydrogen Project
Sasol's pre-feasibility study confirms Boegoebaai's potential for green hydrogen. Mizuho International aids in finding partners for further development.
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21 November 2023
Röhm and Sabic Form POLYVANTIS for Advanced Film and Sheet Products
POLYVANTIS will offer advanced films and sheets, combining expertise from Röhm and SABIC. The merger aims to accelerate growth and provide diverse, innovative solutions across multiple industries.
18 November 2023
Porthos Launches First CO2 Storage Project in Rotterdam
Porthos will invest €1.3 billion in a CO2 transport and storage system in Rotterdam, operational by 2026. It will store 2.5 Mton CO2 annually for 15 years, aiding Dutch climate goals.
16 November 2023
Repsol and Pontegadea Partner on 618 MW Renewable Portfolio
The 618 MW portfolio includes 12 wind farms and 2 solar plants in Spain, valued at €740M. This is the third partnership, aiming to accelerate objectives and maximize returns.
31 October 2023
OMV and Interzero to Build Europe's Largest Chemical Recycling Sorting Facility
The facility in Germany will process 260,000 tonnes of mixed plastics annually, creating 120 jobs. It will supply feedstock for chemical recycling, with production starting in 2026.
26 October 2023
TotalEnergies Acquires Renewable Aggregator Quadra Energy
The acquisition strengthens TotalEnergies' power business in Germany, leveraging Quadra Energy's expertise, weather-forecasting platform, and local developer knowledge to enhance trading and marketing activities.
26 October 2023
Carbios Secures Permits for First PET Biorecycling Plant in France
Construction starts on the world's first PET biorecycling plant in Longlaville, France, with a 2025 commissioning target. The plant will process 50,000 tons of PET waste annually, creating 150 jobs.
16 October 2023
Cepsa to Develop Biomethane Plants from Agricultural and Livestock Waste
By 2030, 15 biomethane plants will manage 4 TWh/year, reducing CO2 emissions by 728,000 tons annually. This supports green hydrogen production, sustainable mobility, and rural economic development.
13 October 2023
Lonza to Add New ADC Filling Line at Stein Facility
The new cGMP filling line will enhance bioconjugate handling and create 115 jobs by 2027, expanding end-to-end ADC manufacturing capabilities and supporting clinical and commercial supply.
11 October 2023
Arcadia eFuels Selects Plug Power for 280 MW Electrolyzer in Denmark
The Vordingborg plant will use wind power to produce 120 TPD of green hydrogen for sustainable aviation fuel, aiming for commercial operation by late 2026.
11 October 2023
ORLEN and Yokogawa Partner for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
They aim to produce 70,000 tonnes of carbon-neutral synthetic aviation fuel annually by 2030, using a digital twin to optimize processes and existing infrastructure for seamless integration.
10 October 2023
thyssenkrupp nucera and Neste Reserve 120 MW Electrolyser Capacity for Porvoo Refinery
The agreement includes six 20 MW modules for green hydrogen production at Porvoo refinery, aiming for sustainability by 2030. Neste also explores using thermal energy for district heating.
7 October 2023
IONWAY to Build First Plant in Nysa, Poland
The new plant will create 900 jobs, run on renewable energy, and support the EU Green Deal. The Polish government backs the €1.7 billion investment with €350 million in grants.
5 October 2023
Technip Energies Secures Contracts for Biofuels and Hydrogen Units at Galp Sines Refinery
The projects aim to reduce the refinery's carbon footprint, producing renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel, and green hydrogen, with a total investment of €650 million.
27 September 2023
BASF Sells Neopolen® Business to Knauf
The sale includes production facilities, products, IP, contracts, and trademarks. Around 40 employees will be affected. Completion is expected by March 31, 2024, pending regulatory approval.
25 September 2023
DHL, HH2E, and Sasol to Boost Germany's Decarbonized Aviation
The collaboration aims to produce up to 500,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel annually in East Germany, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting net-zero goals by 2050. Airbus may join as an offtaker.
25 September 2023
Galp Finalizes Investment in Green Hydrogen and Biofuels Projects at Sines Refinery
Two large-scale projects at Sines refinery will reduce carbon footprint: a 270 ktpa biofuels unit and a 100 MW green hydrogen plant, both operational by 2025, with a total investment of €650m.
21 September 2023
ENGIE Expands Biomethane Operations in Europe with Ixora Energy Acquisition
The acquisition adds three UK production units, generating 160 GWh annually, to ENGIE's portfolio, supporting its goal of 10 TWh capacity by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2045.
21 September 2023
Elyse Energy Opens E-Methanol Plant at Roches-Roussillon Hub
The €700M project will produce 150,000 tonnes of renewable methanol annually, cutting 207,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions. Construction starts in 2025, with commissioning in 2028.
21 September 2023
INEOS Acquires Eramet Titanium & Iron for $245M
The acquisition includes a Norwegian ilmenite plant producing titanium slag and pig iron, plus a long-term supply contract for ilmenite from Senegal. The plant will be renamed INEOS Tyssedal.
14 September 2023
Air Liquide Advances Hydrogen Development at Port-Jérôme
A 400M euro investment in a 200 MW electrolyzer will supply renewable hydrogen to a refinery and other customers, aiding decarbonization in Normandy. The project is supported by the French government.
12 September 2023
SQM Invests $2.57M in Altilium
The investment will accelerate Altilium's battery recycling tech, supporting sustainable EV supply chains and the scale-up of its UK and European operations.
12 September 2023
Braskem to Source Recycled Feedstock from Vitol
The agreement involves supplying pyrolysis oil from chemical recycling to boost circularity and sustainability, aiming to meet recycled material targets and reduce plastic waste by 2030.
9 September 2023
LG Magna e-Powertrain Opens New Facility in Hungary
The new facility in Miskolc, Hungary, will produce e-motors by 2025, creating 200 jobs. It aims to meet European EV market demands with scalable electrified powertrain solutions.
8 September 2023
Covestro AG to Enter Open-Ended Discussions with Adnoc
The Board will discuss potential agreements, focusing on sustainability and corporate governance. Any deal needs board and regulatory approval. No further comments unless required by disclosure rules.
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