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9 April 2019
DSM Cuts CO2 Emissions at Swiss Vitamin Plant
A new biomass plant reduces CO2 emissions by 50,000 tons/year, supplies steam and renewable electricity, and supports DSM's goal to cut greenhouse gases by 30% by 2030.
8 April 2019
BASF SONATRACH Invests €10M in Tarragona PDH Plant
The investment will eliminate production bottlenecks, boosting annual capacity from 370,000 to 420,000 tons, driven by rising demand and aligning with recent strong economic performance.
8 April 2019
Evonik Boosts Transparent Polyamide Production in Marl
Due to rising demand, production capacity for TROGAMID® CX will double by early 2020, enhancing market position and enabling new product development.
6 April 2019
Nouryon Expands Colloidal Silica Production in Sweden
The €4M expansion boosts capacity for Levasil CC, aiding the shift to sustainable water-based coatings. It supports growing demand and future growth in various markets, including electronics and construction.
5 April 2019
Nouryon Expands Chloromethanes Capacity in Germany
Construction starts in May to boost chloromethanes capacity in Frankfurt, with completion in 2020. The project will increase methyl chloride production by over 30% and enhance supply reliability.
3 April 2019
Ercros Boosts Moulding Compounds Capacity
The Cerdanyola factory increased moulding compounds output by 14% to 25,000 t/year, with 85% exported. Enhanced digitization and automation improve competitiveness and product quality.
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28 March 2019
Merck Expands Biotech Manufacturing Capacity
€150M investment in Aubonne, Switzerland, for new building with advanced tech to boost production of biotech medicines, meeting global demand. Completion expected by 2023.
27 March 2019
SK Innovation to Build LiBS Plant in Poland
The new plant in Poland will produce LiBS and CCS for EV batteries, boosting annual capacity to 1.2 billion sqm. The EUR 335 million investment aims to meet European market demand by 2021.
26 March 2019
Solvay to Boost European Hydroquinone Capacity by 20%
The capacity expansion in Saint-Fons, France, enhances supply security and meets rising demand for diphenol inhibitors. The project will be operational by Q2-2019.
26 March 2019
Avantium to Build Mekong Demonstration Plant in Delfzijl
The new plant will produce 10 tons of plant-based MEG annually, supported by a €2 million EU grant, aiming for sustainable, cost-competitive alternatives to fossil-based materials. Opening in late 2019.
22 March 2019
Port of Antwerp Unites for Sustainable Methanol Production
Port of Antwerp's new project will produce methanol from waste CO2 and green hydrogen, reducing emissions and fostering collaboration among industry experts to advance sustainability and innovation.
20 March 2019
Hyundai Engineering Pre-Selected for Polimery Police Project
The Polimery Police project aims to boost Poland's polypropylene production, reducing imports and creating jobs. The project budget is capped at EUR 1.52bn, with completion expected by Q4 2022.
18 March 2019
Perstorp to Expand Pentaerythritol Capacity in Germany by May
The plant's capacity will increase by 12.5%, achieving ISCC PLUS certification. This supports the shift to renewable materials and ensures supply security for Pro-Environment Polyols.
18 March 2019
LANXESS Boosts Benzyl Alcohol Production
Production capacity for benzyl alcohol will increase by 30% at the Krefeld-Uerdingen site by end of 2019. Expansion plans are also in place for the Nagda site, enhancing global supply capabilities.
14 March 2019
ECLUSE Steam Network Launch at Port of Antwerp
ECLUSE reduces CO2 emissions by 100,000 tonnes annually by supplying steam from waste incineration to six chemical companies, supporting Flemish climate goals.
14 March 2019
Clariant and Oltenia Farmers Partner for Environmental Sustainability
Farmers in Oltenia can earn extra income by supplying straw to a new plant converting it into cellulosic ethanol, creating jobs and supporting EU sustainability goals.
12 March 2019
Ercros Boosts Tortosa Production Capacity
The Tortosa factory has increased polyol production by 17%, enhancing energy efficiency and competitive position. Most output is exported to over 48 countries, targeting markets in America, Europe, and Asia.
7 March 2019
Braskem and Haldor Topsoe Launch Renewable MEG Demo Unit in Denmark
A new demo unit in Denmark converts sugar into renewable MEG, aiming to reduce production costs and enhance sustainability in the chemical industry. The global MEG market is valued at $25 billion.
7 March 2019
Borealis Awards EPCM Contract to Maire Tecnimont for New PDH Plant in Belgium
The new PDH plant in Kallo, Belgium, will produce 750,000 metric tonnes of propylene annually, using Honeywell UOP’s Oleflex™ technology, and is set to start up in mid-2022.
5 March 2019
Celanese Expands Thermoplastic Co-Polyester Production in Italy
The expansion at the Ferrara facility includes a new polymerization unit and plans for another, enhancing capacity to meet growing demand for high-performance thermoplastic co-polyesters.
4 March 2019
KARPATNAFTOCHIM to Start Domestic Propylene Oxide Production in Q3 2019
A 2,700-ton/year propylene oxide unit using eco-friendly HPPOa technology is under construction, with plans for a larger industrial unit and hydrogen peroxide production in the future.
4 March 2019
AGC Acquires Spanish Pharma Plant Malgrat Pharma Chemicals
The acquisition enables AGC to produce synthetic pharmaceutical intermediates and active ingredients in Europe, enhancing its CDMO business and expanding its presence in the European market.
1 March 2019
Shell Joins Rotterdam W2C Project
The Rotterdam W2C project will convert 360,000 tons of waste into bio-methanol, reducing CO2 emissions by 300,000 tons annually. Supported by Dutch authorities, it aims for a final investment decision in 2019.
27 February 2019
Carbios Produces First 100% Recycled PET Bottles
The company has developed an enzymatic biorecycling process to produce PET bottles from 100% recycled plastic waste, aiming to drive the industry towards a circular economy.
27 February 2019
INEOS to Invest £1 Billion in UK Projects
£500M will upgrade the Forties Pipeline, £350M will enhance Grangemouth's energy efficiency, and £150M will build a new VAM plant in Hull, boosting UK manufacturing and exports.
25 February 2019
Solvay's Biomass Boiler at Rheinberg Plant
The new biomass boiler will cut CO₂ emissions by over 30%, using recycled wood chips. It will reduce fossil fuel use by a fourth and aligns with the company's greenhouse gas reduction goals.
19 February 2019
Grace Expands Colloidal Silica Production in Germany
The new plant in Worms will boost LUDOX® colloidal silica capacity, support high-demand applications, and enhance logistics for Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, completing in Q2 2020.
18 February 2019
INEOS Finds High Gas Levels in UK Shale Comparable to US
Tests in Bowland shale show high gas levels, similar to US Barnett shale. Further tests planned to assess commercial viability. Potential for significant UK economic impact.
16 February 2019
Biffa's New Facility to Create 70 Jobs, Process 3 Million Bottles Daily
A £15m plastics recycling plant in Seaham received planning approval. The facility will double recycling capacity, process 1 billion bottles annually, and start construction in Summer 2019.
15 February 2019
Evonik's Polyamide 12 Complex on Track
The €400M project will boost PA12 capacity by 50% and be operational by mid-2021. Located at Marl Chemical Park, it supports growth in automotive, oil, gas, and 3D printing markets.
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