MOL Group Chemicals doubles maleic anhydride capacity at Százhalombatta

Key highlights
  • New maleic anhydride production unit will be built at the Danube Refinery in Százhalombatta, Hungary.
  • The facility is expected to become operational in the second half of 2027.
  • The new unit will double MOL Group Chemicals’ maleic anhydride production capacity.
  • Project will improve energy efficiency through refinery integration and leverages over 50 years of MA experience.
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MOL Százhalombatta Maleic Anhydride Expansion, Danube Refinery · Hungary
Under Construction
2025
2026-09
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Operational / Completed · expected date for subscribers

Project overview

MOL Group Chemicals is investing in a new maleic anhydride (MA) production unit at its Danube Refinery in Százhalombatta, Hungary, as part of a strategy to strengthen European supply security and support customer growth.

Capacity and timeline

The facility will double the company’s MA production capacity and is expected to become operational in the second half of 2027.

Integration and efficiency

The project leverages refinery integration to improve the energy efficiency of operations, aiming to deliver more reliable feedstock and consistent product quality.

Experience and intent

The expansion builds on more than 50 years of MOL’s operational experience in the European MA market. MOL Group Chemicals positions the investment as a step to reinforce its role as a reliable European supplier and create long-term value for customers and the business.

Source: MOL Petrochemicals

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