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26 May 2020
Danish Companies Collaborate on Sustainable Fuel Project
The project aims to develop a hydrogen and e-fuel facility by 2023, scaling up by 2030 to produce 250,000 tonnes of sustainable fuel annually, reducing carbon emissions by 850,000 tonnes.
26 May 2020
Clariant Expands Mild Surfactant Capacity in USA and Spain
Expanding production of isethionates derivatives to meet demand for mild surfactants in personal care, with upgrades to facilities in the USA and Spain, enhancing energy efficiency and product options.
14 May 2020
MosaHYc Hydrogen Pipeline Project Launched
MosaHYc will convert 70 km of pipelines for hydrogen transport, supporting green initiatives in Germany, France, and Luxembourg, and fostering a cross-border hydrogen market in Europe.
12 May 2020
PKN ORLEN to Build IPA Unit in Poland
The new IPA unit will use acetone by-product from phenol production, enhancing Poland's petrochemical capabilities and economic security, with potential to add PLN 1.5bn to annual operating profit.
7 May 2020
Neste Acquires Count Terminal Rotterdam to Boost Renewable Raw Material Supply
The acquisition enhances Neste's renewable raw material logistics and competitiveness, building on a long-term collaboration and expanding operations in the Rotterdam harbor area.
7 May 2020
Sustainable Methanol Production Milestone in Antwerp Port
A consortium will build a demonstration plant in Antwerp to produce 8000 tonnes of sustainable methanol annually, reducing CO2 emissions and advancing the port's transition to alternative energy sources.
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22 April 2020
Recycling Technologies to Open First European Site at Brightlands Chemelot Campus
A new plastic chemical recycling machine, the RT7000, will be installed in the Netherlands, marking the company's first site outside the UK. The next steps include securing permits and planning.
21 April 2020
thyssenkrupp to Build Second PET Plant for KÖKSAN in Turkey
The new plant in Gaziantep will double production capacity to 432,000 tons/year, using the MTR® process for energy efficiency and recycling. Completion is planned for 2022.
21 April 2020
INEOS and PLASTIC ENERGY to Build Advanced Plastic Recycling Plant
The new plant will convert waste plastic into raw material for new plastic, using advanced recycling technology. Trials show success in producing virgin polymer for various applications.
15 April 2020
Carbios and TechnipFMC to Build PET Depolymerization Demo Plant
TechnipFMC's Lyon center will assist in building a plant to demonstrate Carbios' Enzymatic Recycling Process, converting waste PET plastics into monomers. Construction starts this year, operations in 2021.
14 April 2020
Seqens to Build New Isopropanol Plant in France
The new plant will boost IPA production by 70%, adding 50,000 metric tons annually. It will support growing demand and enable increased production of specialty products like IPAC and DIPE.
14 April 2020
Evonik Doubles TROGAMID® CX Capacity
The new production line for transparent polyamide TROGAMID® CX is operational, meeting growing demand. The material offers chemical resistance, UV stability, and design flexibility for various applications.
8 April 2020
SIR INDUSTRIALE Installs New Pilot Reactor in Macherio
The new pilot plant features advanced equipment like a tin tank, distillation column, separator, and grinding mill, aimed at developing new and custom technologies and products.
8 April 2020
INEOS to build fourth hand sanitiser plant
New plant in Etain, France, to open in ten days. Production of 1M hand sanitiser bottles/month started in Lavera. Focus on medical and personal use. Key raw materials supplied.
7 April 2020
AGC Expands Spanish Pharmaceutical Production
The expansion will boost production capacity by 1.3 times and add a new R&D facility. This aligns with AGC's strategy to grow its life-sciences business and meet rising demand in the pharmaceutical CDMO market.
2 April 2020
Honeywell UOP to supply Polybed PSA hydrogen units for Shenghong Petrochemical’s China complex
Five skid-mounted Polybed PSA units will supply >99.9% pure hydrogen for a new Lianyuangang, Jiangsu refinery complex; modular PSA recovers hydrogen from reformers and off-gases.
31 March 2020
Rompetrol Petromidia Refinery Approves Two New Projects
Two projects worth $43M will enhance diesel and jet fuel production and increase polymer output by 30%, boosting local energy security and economic contributions. Completion expected by 2022.
31 March 2020
INEOS to Build Third Hand Sanitizer Factory in France Within 10 Days
The new factory will produce 1 million bottles per month, supplying hospitals for free. The sanitizer meets WHO standards and will be available in standard and pocket sizes across Europe.
26 March 2020
Air Products Begins Construction on Key Energy Project in The Netherlands
Three new nitrogen plants are being built in Zuidbroek to replace Groningen gas. The project, approved by the Economic Affairs Minister, aims to end gas extraction by mid-2022.
25 March 2020
Consortium Launches Project to Convert Emissions into Carbon Neutral Fuel
The project will produce eMethanol from captured CO2 and green hydrogen, aiming to reduce emissions in marine and road transport. Facilities will be operational by 2023, with plans for expansion by 2030.
24 March 2020
INEOS to build hand sanitiser plant in 10 days
The new plant will produce 1 million bottles per month, focusing on hospitals and essential services. Supplies to NHS hospitals will be free during the crisis.
10 March 2020
Borealis Begins Renewable Polypropylene Production in Belgium
Borealis uses Neste's renewable feedstock to produce certified renewable polypropylene in Belgium, advancing circular economy goals and collaborating with partners like Henkel for sustainable packaging.
9 March 2020
Unipetrol to Build Pyrolytic Unit for Plastic Waste in Czech Republic
The new unit will explore chemical recycling of plastic waste, aiming to implement it in production. The project is supported by various Czech institutions and EU funding, targeting a circular economy.
4 March 2020
Nouryon and INEOS Nitriles Start New Facilities in Germany
The new facilities will produce raw materials for biodegradable chelates, driven by increased demand post-phosphate ban. Completion is expected in 2021-2022, enhancing global supply chain performance.
27 February 2020
Europe's Largest Green Hydrogen Project Begins in Groningen
NortH2 aims to produce 800,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2040 using North Sea wind farms, reducing CO2 emissions by 7 megatonnes. The project could create thousands of jobs in Groningen.
25 February 2020
Vow ASA to Provide Pyrolysis Unit for Unipetrol
The pilot plant, funded publicly, will be operational in 2020, showcasing ETIA’s Biogreen pyrolysis unit for plastic to fuel, with intellectual property protected and results shared with Vow ASA.
25 February 2020
PKN ORLEN Adopts Honeywell Technology for New Phenol Plant in Poland
The new phenol complex will produce 200,000 metric tons annually, enhancing market position in petrochemicals. Honeywell provides technology, engineering, equipment, catalysts, and technical services.
21 February 2020
Paste PVC Plant Expansion in Burghausen
The Burghausen plant now uses microsuspension for flexible PVC production. Investments include new reactors, a dryer, expanded control room, silos, and a recycling system for cooling water.
20 February 2020
Södra Launches World's First Fossil-Free Biomethanol Plant
The first commercial biomethanol plant has started operations, delivering to Emmelev A/S for biodiesel production, marking a step towards a circular economy and fossil-free transportation by 2030.
17 February 2020
Versalis to Launch Chemical Recycling Project Hoopᵀᴹ in Mantova, Italy
Versalis partners with S.R.S. to develop pyrolysis technology for recycling mixed plastic waste into new virgin polymers, starting with a 6,000-tonne plant in Mantova, Italy.
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