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26 April 2017
Aker Solutions Secures Carbon Capture Contracts from Yara and Norcem
Norway funds carbon capture studies aiming for operational plants by 2022. Aker Solutions' technology, tested in Brevik, will be used. Studies to complete by September, with FEED work until mid-2018.
26 April 2017
Sines, Portugal: Key Entry Point for US Energy Exports
Sines is highlighted as a strategic hub for US LNG exports to Europe, potentially stabilizing energy supply and reducing dependency. The area is targeted for investment in the natural gas industry.
25 April 2017
LANXESS Invests in Antwerp Production Site
Investing EUR 25M in 2017, the company enhances efficiency at its Lillo site, crucial for high-tech plastics used in automotive, electrical, and electronics industries.
25 April 2017
WACKER Enhances Ketene Production in Burghausen
A new reactor for isopropenyl acetate boosts production capacity by 2,500 tons annually. WACKER also takes over sales of calcium acetylacetonate, enhancing supply chain integration and product quality.
24 April 2017
Arkema Expands Specialty Molecular Sieve Production in Honfleur
The new facility supports growth in refining and petrochemicals, especially in Asia and the Middle East, with a €60 million investment, creating 15 jobs and enhancing recycling and working conditions.
20 April 2017
BASF Enhances Sustainable Silica Adsorbent Production in Germany
New dryers at the Nienburg site boost output and cut CO2 emissions, enhancing production of high-performance silica adsorbents for various industries, including natural gas and automotive.
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11 April 2017
BioMCN Delfzijl Advances Sustainability with CO2 Injection
A new CO2 injection method boosts bio-methanol production to 15,000 tons, creating jobs and aligning with regional sustainability goals. The project receives over €110,000 in grants.
7 April 2017
BASF Expands Lemförde Site
A new production line and dispatch hall are being built, with infrastructure upgrades. The project, costing a double-digit million figure, aims to enhance global competence in polyurethane specialties.
31 March 2017
ENCE Biomass Plant Boosts AIQBE
A new 50MW low-emission biomass plant in Huelva will increase biomass consumption to 400,000 tons/yr, reduce CO2 emissions, and boost economic activity and employment.
30 March 2017
Andalusia Backs AIQBE and Industrial Sector
The Andalusian government, along with business and labor unions, has signed a pact to boost industrial activity and attract investments, with additional support from Huelva's provincial government.
23 March 2017
Novo Nordisk and Novozymes Residues to be Converted into Biogas
A new biogas plant in Kalundborg will convert 300,000 tonnes of biomass annually, reducing CO2 by 17,000 tonnes and creating 15-20 jobs. The plant will be operational by spring 2018.
16 March 2017
LANXESS Invests EUR 100 Million in German Sites
EUR 40 million each will go to Leverkusen and Krefeld-Uerdingen, with the rest to Brunsbüttel and Antwerp. Expansions target intermediates for automotive, construction, and crop protection sectors.
10 March 2017
Evonik Begins Construction on Advanced PMMA Plant for Aviation
The new plant will produce large-format PMMA sheets for aviation, enhancing impact strength and chemical resistance. It supports efficient aircraft glazing and new design possibilities.
8 March 2017
WACKER Expands Silicon-Metal Capacity in Norway
An €85 million investment will boost silicon-metal production in Holla, Norway, enhancing raw material sourcing and supply reliability. Completion is expected in the first half of 2019.
7 March 2017
Sederma Invests €10M in Facility Expansion
The investment will boost innovation, production, and sustainability, enhancing product quality and reducing environmental impact. The focus remains on advanced, substantiated plant cell culture products.
3 March 2017
EFRA Project Hits Midway at Gdansk Refinery
The EFRA Project has completed 50% of its design, supply, and construction work, with significant progress in heavy lifting, procurement, and assembly, aiming for completion by Q2 2018.
2 March 2017
INVISTA Expands European Polyols Capacity
Capacity upgrades at the Vlissingen facility will meet growing demand for Terate® and TERRIN™ polyols in Europe, enhancing efficiency and product performance.
1 March 2017
Enhancing Efficiency at Total Antwerp
Modernizing Antwerp's refining and petrochemicals platform to boost efficiency, competitiveness, and reduce environmental impact by sharing resources and recovering off-gas for petrochemical feedstock.
23 February 2017
WACKER Boosts Dispersion Production in Burghausen
A new 60,000-ton dispersion reactor will be completed this year, enhancing production for paints, adhesives, and construction materials, driven by global demand and trends like urbanization and energy efficiency.
20 February 2017
AkzoNobel Invests €12.6M in UK Innovation Hub
The new UK hub will house over 100 scientists developing protective coatings for energy, mining, and infrastructure. It features advanced testing facilities and will be operational by late 2018.
16 February 2017
Synthomer invests €20M in Worms dispersion plant
The investment adds automated lines, boosting capacity by 30,000 tonnes. It enhances growth in various sectors and shortens supply lead times, with completion expected by Q3 2018.
14 February 2017
Evonik Invests Millions in New PMMA Film Plant
The new plant will produce wide, multi-layer PMMA films for medical, construction, and graphics industries, creating new jobs and offering innovative, long-lasting, and sustainable products.
9 February 2017
AkzoNobel, Avantium, and Partners Advance Biobased Economy with New Technology
A new reference plant in Delfzijl will use Avantium's Zambezi process to convert non-food biomass into high-purity glucose and lignin, accelerating the biobased economy.
26 January 2017
Momentive Breaks Ground on NXT Silane Facility in Leverkusen
The new facility in Leverkusen will expand production of NXT silane for the automotive industry, enhancing local supply and supporting global demand for low rolling resistance tires.
23 January 2017
BASF Boosts MDI Production in Antwerp
MDI production at the Verbund site in Antwerp increased from 560,000 to 650,000 metric tons annually. MDI is crucial for polyurethanes, enhancing insulation, reducing car weight, and saving energy in buildings.
11 January 2017
Boliden Expands Tara Mine
New mineralisation at Tara zinc mine identified. Tailings dam expansion and exploration drift approved, extending mine life to 2026. Investment totals EUR 44m, pending permits.
11 January 2017
Coolrec Opens Plastics Compounding Plant in Emmen
The new plant refines recycled plastic pellets for consumer goods, enhancing sustainability and supporting the circular economy with high-value secondary raw materials.
1 January 2017
SKW Piesteritz Modernizes Annually
Millions are invested yearly to update plants, ensuring minimal downtime and enhanced safety. Recent ammonia plant upgrades improve efficiency and save enough natural gas to heat 20,000 homes.
20 December 2016
WACKER Acquires Spanish Fermentation Plant to Boost Cysteine Production
WACKER invests €30M to modernize a newly acquired Spanish fermentation plant, boosting cysteine production and creating 35 jobs, meeting growing demand in food and pharmaceutical sectors.
19 December 2016
Repsol Completes €30M Investment in Sines Fuel Storage Park
The Fuel Storage Park in Sines, completed on time and budget, stores 100M liters of diesel, enhancing national energy security with pipeline connections to the port and CLC.
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