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16 October 2017
Vinnolit Expands PVC Production in Gendorf
The Gendorf site will see increased chlorine and VCM capacity using energy-efficient technology, enhancing the value chain and reducing VCM transport, benefiting customers with more caustic soda.
16 October 2017
AkzoNobel to Expand Chloromethanes Capacity
The expansion in Germany aims to meet growing demand in pharmaceuticals and electronics, improve productivity, and enhance supply chain benefits for customers.
10 October 2017
Evonik Opens New Site in France
The new site in Tours will focus on plant-based cosmetic ingredients, leveraging local scientific collaboration and advanced biotechnological processes for high-yield, resource-efficient production.
9 October 2017
AkzoNobel Expands Pharma Salt Production in Denmark
The Mariager site now produces 60% more pharmaceutical grade salt, meeting global demand for dialysis solutions, insulin, and baby food, driven by rising healthcare needs.
1 October 2017
Sucre Océane Expands in Le Havre
Investing €12.5M, the company aims to triple handling capacity and boost export traffic to 7,000 containers. It offers diverse packaging, has HACCP and AEO certifications, and plans to hire by year-end.
29 September 2017
INVISTA Expands Global Polyols Capacity
A new reactor in the Netherlands and recent U.S. capacity increases will align production with rising demand, driven by product innovations and customer collaboration in polyols technology.
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25 September 2017
Grupa Azoty Opens Polyamide Plant in Tarnów
The new plant produces Polyamide 6, creating 55 jobs and using advanced technology. It supports the company's strategy to balance caprolactam and polyamide production, with a budget of PLN 320m.
21 September 2017
BASF Expands Specialty Zeolites Production
The new plant in Ludwigshafen will double global production capacity, supporting emissions regulations and creating 25 jobs. Production starts in 2019, enhancing supply for diesel emissions catalysts.
18 September 2017
Emerald Kalama Chemical Expands Benzoic Acid and Aroma Chemical Production
The $40M Rotterdam expansion boosts global capacity and flexibility for benzoic acid, benzaldehyde, and key aroma chemicals, enhancing supply chain and dual production locations.
13 September 2017
Sabic Expands in Europe with New Polypropylene Facilities
New pilot plant and extrusion facility in Geleen to drive innovation in polypropylene products, supporting sustainable solutions for automotive, healthcare, packaging, and more.
12 September 2017
Tessenderlo Group Begins Production at New French Fertilizer Plant
The new plant in Rouen produces Thio-Sul® for broad-acre, arboricultural, and vegetable crops. It employs 20 people and serves European and overseas markets, enhancing local market presence.
11 September 2017
BP and Bridas form Pan American Energy Group (PAEG)
Creates Argentina's largest privately owned integrated oil & gas company by combining upstream and downstream assets in a cash-free 50:50 tie-up; completion expected early 2018.
7 September 2017
Novacap Opens New DIPE Production Unit at Roussillon
The new DIPE unit uses an innovative, eco-friendly process, boosting the range of oxygenated solvents for pharmaceuticals, resins, coatings, and wastewater treatment, with a 5,000-ton capacity.
5 September 2017
INEOS to Invest in New 300kt VAM Plant
The new VAM plant aims to meet growing European demand, reduce import reliance, and leverage strategic locations with efficient logistics and feedstock supply.
1 September 2017
BioMCN to Invest €100 Million to Double Capacity
The investment will refurbish a mothballed methanol line, creating 30 permanent jobs and several hundred indirect jobs. The plant will produce 438,000 tons annually, starting in Q4 2018.
31 August 2017
Perstorp Upgrades Capa™ Plant to Secure Caprolactone Supply
The plant upgrade, starting in early 2017 and completing in late 2019, includes new peracetic acid still and reactors, ensuring future-proof production and increased supply security.
25 August 2017
Evonik's New Specialty Copolyester Plant in Germany
The new plant in Witten will start in early 2018, producing specialty copolyesters for coatings. The investment aims to meet growing demand for bisphenol A-free food packaging solutions.
23 August 2017
Toray to Build PPS Resin Plant in Hungary
The new facility will produce 3,000 tons annually, serving Europe's growing PPS resin market, especially in automotive applications, and enhancing local supply and customer support.
1 August 2017
LANXESS Doubles Membrane Production
The expanded Bitterfeld plant meets rising demand for reverse osmosis membranes, including the new Lewabrane ULP line, which offers higher water permeability and lower operating costs.
29 July 2017
Grupa Azoty Explores Polypropylene Production in Police
The Supervisory Board approved a recommendation to build a polypropylene plant in Police, aiming to diversify revenue, enhance market position, and meet rising demand in Central and Eastern Europe.
28 July 2017
INEOS Phenol to Build Large-Scale Cumene Plant in Germany
The new plant will enhance raw material supply for phenol and acetone production, using Badger technology. A full investment study will be completed by the end of 2017.
27 July 2017
Mexichem's VESTOLIT Expands Specialty PVC Capacity in Germany
The new production line at the Marl plant adds 40 kt drying capacity for Paste-PVC, confirming quality standards. VESTOLIT is Europe's sole HIS-PVC maker and a key paste PVC producer.
27 July 2017
Evonik Expands Fumed Silica Capacity in Antwerp
The new facility will be operational by summer 2019, supporting growth in coatings, adhesives, and insulation markets. This aligns with Evonik's strategy to focus on specialty chemicals and balanced portfolios.
26 July 2017
Solvay Expands European Kitting Capacity for Composites
Doubling kitting capabilities in France will boost production of large composite parts, create 60 jobs, and enhance process control, reducing labor costs, production time, and waste.
18 July 2017
Avantium and AkzoNobel Sign Contract for Pilot Biorefinery in Delfzijl
The pilot plant will validate the Zambezi process to convert biomass into raw materials, aiming for commercial scale. Expected operational in Q2 2018, it will create about 20 jobs.
13 July 2017
Teijin Expands Twaron Production in the Netherlands
New spinning technology will boost aramid fiber capacity in Emmen by Q1 2019, meeting rising demand and enhancing automation, safety, and efficiency.
7 July 2017
Statoil, Vattenfall, Gasunie to Explore Hydrogen Conversion
The MoU aims to convert a Dutch gas plant to hydrogen, potentially cutting 4 million tons of CO2 annually. Feasibility studies and infrastructure needs are being assessed for a large-scale hydrogen value chain.
6 July 2017
Fresenius Kabi Expands Portugal Plant
Two new antibiotic production lines added, creating 80 jobs with a €17 million investment. The plant now spans 6,000 square meters and employs around 600 people.
5 July 2017
AkzoNobel Invests €20M to Boost Expancel Production
Expancel microspheres' demand rises in markets like food packaging and automotive. The expansion in Sweden will enhance global supply, supporting sustainable and innovative product development.
3 July 2017
Bilfinger to Build Industry 4.0 Testing Facility
A new facility in Frankfurt will enable realistic testing of Industry 4.0 applications, enhancing digitalization in the process industry by providing crucial process and diagnostic data for cloud applications.
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