- The new plant in Vila-seca will produce 2,400 tons of oxygen, nitrogen, and argon daily.
- The plant will be certified for medical gases.
- The investment for the new plant is over 35 million euros.
- Commissioning is scheduled for December 2021.
New Plant in Vila-seca
Messer is constructing a new production plant for industrial gases in Vila-seca, located in the south of the Tarragona Chemical Complex in Spain. The plant will have a capacity of 2,400 tons of oxygen, nitrogen, and argon per day and will be certified for the production of medical gases.
Investment and Timeline
The family-run company is investing over 35 million euros in the new plant. The commissioning of the plant is scheduled for December 2021.
Supply and Employment
The new plant will be connected to Messer's pipeline network to meet the growing demand for oxygen and nitrogen in the Tarragona chemical industry. Additionally, it will supply manufacturing companies in the region with liquefied and gaseous gases. During the planning and construction phase, around 200 people will be involved in the project, and upon completion, the plant will employ more than 20 people.
