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14 November 2022
NeoGreen Portugal to Launch Green Hydrogen Facility in Sines
A €1B investment will establish a 500MW+ electrolyser project in Sines, supported by the Portuguese government, aiming to advance the National Strategy for Hydrogen and attract global investments.
14 November 2022
Chevron Phillips Chemical Expands PAO Unit in Belgium
The PAO unit expansion in Beringen will boost production, create jobs, and support global demand for PAOs used in lubricants, greases, and innovative applications like electric vehicles and windmills.
10 November 2022
Vision Energy and Linde Engineering Partner on Green Energy Terminal in the Netherlands
They've signed an agreement to accelerate engineering for a Green Energy Terminal in Vlissingen, focusing on hydrogen carriers, renewable energy, and low-carbon fuels, aiming for completion by Q3 2023.
8 November 2022
LKAB Acquires Major Stake in REEtec, Strengthens Nordic Rare Earth Industry
A new factory in Norway will use innovative, sustainable technology to process rare earth elements, boosting European self-sufficiency and reducing reliance on China. Production starts in 2024.
4 November 2022
Chevron Expands at North Sea Port Ghent
Chevron is adding a 2,000 m² logistics hall for additive storage at its Ghent site, equipped with solar panels. This marks the first phase of a broader expansion strategy.
3 November 2022
Stora Enso Advances Bioplastic Pilot Plant in Belgium
A new pilot plant in Belgium is set to produce bioplastics using FuraCore® technology, aiming for commercial production by 2026. The facility will initially use fructose, later switching to non-food biomass.
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1 November 2022
Plastipak Opens New Recycling Facility in Toledo, Spain
The new facility converts PET flake into food-grade rPET pellets, producing 20,000 tonnes annually. It features advanced energy-saving tech, including 1800 solar panels, reducing CO2 emissions significantly.
31 October 2022
Haldor Topsoe Starts Commissioning eSMR Methanol Demo Plant in Denmark
The eSMR Methanol demo plant in Foulum will validate electrified technology for cost-competitive methanol from biogas. Supported by EUDP and Aarhus University, it aims for full operation by early 2022.
31 October 2022
INEOS and Plastic Energy to produce 100,000 tonnes of recycled raw materials in Köln
The new plant in Köln will use advanced recycling to convert plastic waste into virgin-quality polymers, reducing emissions and supporting a circular economy. Production starts by end of 2026.
24 October 2022
Highfield Resources secures €320.6M for Muga Potash Project
The financing includes €300M for construction and €20.6M for cost overruns. The term is 10 years for the main facility and 5 years for the overrun facility. HFR shares rose 12% to A$0.84.
24 October 2022
NextChem Awards LanzaTech Contract for Rome Hydrogen Valley Project
The engineering phase for the Hydrogen Valley in Rome has begun, focusing on waste-to-chemical technology to produce circular ethanol and hydrogen, with completion expected in 2023.
19 October 2022
Borealis Launches Advanced Mechanical Recycling Plant in Austria
The new plant will recycle 60 kilotonnes of polyolefins annually, boosting high-quality recycled plastics. Construction starts in 2023, with production by 2025, supporting sustainability goals.
18 October 2022
Cellforce Group Advances Sustainable Battery Production in Europe
The new facility near Reutlingen will develop high-performance battery cells, enhance e-mobility, and create jobs. It features sustainable practices and significant government funding.
18 October 2022
Toyo Ink Opens CNT Dispersion Plant in Hungary
The new plant in Hungary produces CNT dispersions for EV batteries, supplying SK On. It aims to expand production sixfold by 2023, supporting the growing EV market and global supply chain.
17 October 2022
Eni Explores Third Bio-Refinery in Livorno
Eni is studying the feasibility of a new bio-refinery in Livorno, focusing on hydrogenated biofuel production, leveraging existing infrastructure, and aiming for decarbonization and employment stability.
13 October 2022
TotalEnergies and Indaver Sign Agreement for Recycled Petrochemical Feedstock
The agreement involves purchasing petrochemical feedstock from recycled mixed polyolefins waste, processed into high-quality circular polymers suitable for demanding applications, including food-grade packaging.
12 October 2022
OMV Petrom Invests EUR 130 Million in New Aromatics Unit at Petrobrazi Refinery
The new unit will double aromatic product capacity to 100 kt/year by 2026, meeting modern BAT standards. It will produce gasoline with <1% benzene and more toluene for various industrial uses.
12 October 2022
Smartenergy to Build 200 MWe Green Hydrogen Plant in Sardinia
The project will redevelop Porto Torres, leveraging solar, wind, and green hydrogen to decarbonize the area, create jobs, and produce green methanol and e-fuels, with completion by 2030.
12 October 2022
PCG Completes Perstorp Acquisition
The acquisition enhances PCG's growth in specialty chemicals, aligns with sustainability goals, and aims to expand Perstorp's presence in Asia Pacific while advancing green projects like Project Air.
12 October 2022
Covestro Breaks Ground on New Aniline Plant in Antwerp
The new plant will boost MDI production, create 40 jobs, and enhance energy efficiency. It aims to meet rising demand for insulation materials amid high energy costs and sustainability trends.
11 October 2022
CUSTOMCELLS Expands R&D and Production in Itzehoe
The new site will boost patent applications, sustainable construction, and employee growth, enhancing innovation and production capabilities while promoting renewable energy and sustainable mobility.
11 October 2022
Cepsa and Port of Rotterdam to Create Europe's First Green Hydrogen Corridor
The corridor will decarbonize industry and maritime transport, support EU energy independence, and is expected to be operational by 2027, with plans for further expansion from Huelva.
6 October 2022
LignoValue: Europe's First Bio-Aromatics Pilot Line from Lignin
The LignoValue Pilot in Belgium demonstrates continuous lignin depolymerization, producing bio-aromatics to replace fossil-based chemicals, aiming for industrial-scale production and reduced CO2 emissions.
6 October 2022
Lhyfe to Develop 200 MW Green Hydrogen Plant in Delfzijl
Delfzijl's access to offshore wind power supports green hydrogen production, aiding decarbonization and easing grid congestion. The project awaits licenses, permissions, and financial decisions.
5 October 2022
EU approves €292.5m Italian RRF grant for STMicroelectronics' Catania SiC wafer plant
First industrial-scale integrated SiC epiwafer line in Europe (due 2026), boosting supply security and green/digital transition; tied to priority orders, R&D and profit-sharing.
5 October 2022
EU Approves Funding for Salzgitter AG's Low-CO2 Steel Production
The EU Commission approved state aid for a low-CO2 steelmaking program, enabling up to €1 billion in national funding. The first development stage aims for completion by 2025, reducing emissions by 95%.
4 October 2022
Cellforce and Dürr Establish Mass Production for Electrode Coating in Germany
A new high-tech facility in Bietigheim-Bissingen enables simultaneous double-sided electrode coating, enhancing speed, precision, and quality for high-performance battery cells.
4 October 2022
LyondellBasell Expands Catalyst Production in Frankfurt
The new plant in Frankfurt boosts catalyst production, meeting global demand for high-performance PE resins used in water pipes and food storage. This investment supports infrastructure projects.
1 October 2022
Grandpuits Zero-Crude Platform by 2024
The Grandpuits site will convert biomass to biofuels, produce bioplastics, recycle plastic waste, and generate solar power, aiming for net-zero emissions and no layoffs by 2024.
30 September 2022
FREYR Battery Partners with HENT for Giga Arctic Facility Construction
HENT will plan, manage, and construct a 120,000 sq. meter battery factory in Mo i Rana, Norway, focusing on sustainability and safety, marking phase two of the Giga Arctic project.
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