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7 July 2016
INEOS to Expand Hull Plant with Multi-Million Pound Investment
The Hull plant will boost Ethyl Acetate production by 100,000 tonnes annually, leveraging US shale gas. This investment supports growing demand in Europe and globally. Completion expected by next year.
27 June 2016
Evonik Speeds Up Industrial Scale-Up of Superabsorbents
Modernized pilot plants in Krefeld enable faster industrial-scale production of superabsorbents, enhancing product development, sample production, and process transfer efficiency.
22 June 2016
Umicore Opens Catalyst Plant in Poland
The new facility in Nowa Ruda will meet rising demand for automotive catalysts in Europe, supporting stricter emission laws and enhancing air quality with advanced catalytic technology.
20 June 2016
Unipetrol Builds Logistics Facility for New Polyethylene Unit
A 700 million CZK contract was awarded for a logistics facility to handle 270,000 tons of HDPE granules, including 40 storage silos, packaging hall extension, and new offices, to be completed by Q1 2018.
17 June 2016
Covestro Begins Industrial CO2-Based Plastic Production
A new plant in Dormagen produces foam components with 20% CO2, reducing crude oil use. The process is environmentally friendly and aims to expand CO2-based plastic production.
16 June 2016
Emerald Kalama Expands HCA and ACA Production at UK Facility
The expansion at the UK facility will boost production of HCA and ACA to meet rising demand in fragrance and personal care markets, with full operations expected in 2017.
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9 June 2016
Poligal's Skarbimierz Plant Construction Progressing
The plant will feature an 8.7m Brückner BOPP line and metallization capacity. Installation and trials are set for Q4, with production starting early 2017. Recruitment and training are ongoing.
7 June 2016
Arkema Expands Bostik Production in Sweden
The new plant in Helsingborg will produce cement-based construction products, enhancing service to Northern Europe and the Baltic region with advanced manufacturing techniques and high production flexibility.
7 June 2016
Unipetrol Begins Construction of New Polyethylene Unit
The new unit, costing 8.5 billion crowns, will be among Europe's most advanced, boosting production capacity and quality. Completion is expected by mid-2018, employing up to 800 workers.
6 June 2016
BASF Boosts Laromer® UV/EB Acrylates Production in Europe
Production capacity for UV/EB acrylates at Ludwigshafen is being expanded to meet rising demand, enhancing supply reliability. Additional capacities will be available by Q3 2016.
6 June 2016
Repsol Launches New Metallocene Polyethylene Range
Repsol's Tarragona plant now produces metallocene polyethylene, completing the project on time and safely. The new Resistex® range enhances product differentiation and supports European customers.
1 June 2016
Investment Summary: Lifosa Fertilizer Facility, Lithuania
Implemented ISO standards, joined UN Global Compact, enhanced heat recovery, achieved OHSAS, GMP+ certifications, expanded capacity, modernized processes, built infrastructure, and invested in community projects.
12 May 2016
BMZ Opens First Section of Europe's Largest Lithium-Ion Battery Factory
The new facility in Germany will produce up to 800 million lithium-ion batteries annually by 2020, supporting diverse applications and reducing dependency on Asian cell producers.
12 May 2016
Eni Converts Porto Marghera Refinery to Biofuel Production
The Porto Marghera refinery now produces biofuels from vegetable oil and biomass using EcofiningTM technology, reducing emissions and ensuring continued employment through innovation.
11 May 2016
Biomca Opens First Sodium Hypochlorite Plant in Canary Islands
The new plant in Santa Cruz de Tenerife produces 27,000 tons of sodium hypochlorite annually, currently operating at 66% capacity. It uses cell membrane electrolysis for efficient chlorine production.
10 May 2016
Ercros to Invest EUR 54 Million to Phase Out Mercury Technology
The plan involves investing EUR 53.7M to increase membrane chlorine production, reduce mercury use, and enhance efficiency, aiming for a yearly EBITDA of EUR 48M by 2020.
3 May 2016
DOMO and TOTAL Enhance Leuna Chemical Site
The investment strengthens regional feedstock integration and adapts to declining gasoline demand, ensuring long-term access to strategic materials for polyamide 6 production at Leuna.
28 April 2016
Biffa Polymers Invests £6.5M to Double Output in Wilton
The new rHDPE line will double food-grade plastic output to 20,000 tonnes annually, addressing market demand and reducing the need to send UK scrap plastic abroad for processing. Operational by early 2017.
26 April 2016
Zenith Energy Acquires BP's Amsterdam Terminal
Zenith plans to invest $100M in the Amsterdam terminal to enhance LPG storage. The facility, in the ARA region, has over six million barrels of capacity and extensive connectivity for transport.
20 April 2016
Novapex Invests €4 Million in Roussillon
A new isopropyl acetate unit will enhance product offerings in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food, aligning with sustainable development and aiming for market leadership within five years.
19 April 2016
Sanofi Invests €300M in Belgium Site to Expand Monoclonal Antibodies Portfolio
€300M investment will expand production capabilities, add new labs, and increase floor space by 8000 m². The site will support a pipeline of biologics, including monoclonal antibodies.
15 April 2016
Total Cray Valley Starts New Polybutadiene Plant in France
The new plant in Carling will produce liquid polybutadiene, enhancing supply reliability and product range. It is TCV's fifth facility, set to go live in October 2016.
7 April 2016
Clariant Expands Phosphate-Esters Capacity at Gendorf Plant
The new capacity at Gendorf supports global demand in Industrial Lubricants, Paints & Coatings, Crop Solutions, and Personal Care, enabling innovative product developments and improved availability.
6 April 2016
INOVYN to Convert Stenungsund Chlorine Production to Membrane Technology
The project aims for completion by end-2017, aligning with the company's Chlorine Strategy. Investments in Belgium and Sweden will enhance sustainability and phase out mercury cellroom production.
1 April 2016
Converting Plant Waste to Biofuel
The BioTfueL project aims to produce 200,000 metric tons of biodiesel and bio-jet fuel annually from one million metric tons of biomass by 2020, using thermochemical conversion and gasification.
1 April 2016
UBE Merges Three Spanish Subsidiaries
The merger, effective March 31, 2016, aims to enhance operational efficiency and strengthen the business platform in Spain, focusing on nylon, caprolactam, and fine chemicals production.
31 March 2016
Evonik Launches Methionine Plant for Shrimp Feed
The new methionine source, AQUAVI® Met-Met, enhances shrimp feed efficiency and sustainability, reducing fishmeal use. It is less water-soluble and tailored for shrimp digestion.
29 March 2016
Grangemouth Prepares for US Shale Gas
The second unit at Grangemouth's ethylene plant is operational after eight years, ready to receive US shale gas, boosting production and profitability, and securing jobs in Scotland.
20 March 2016
Synthomer Acquires Hexion Performance Adhesives & Coatings
The $226M acquisition, funded by cash and credit, enhances Synthomer's market position, adding 750 employees, 7 sites, and $370M in sales. Expected synergies are $12M by 2018 with $21M in costs.
18 March 2016
Borealis to Invest EUR 80 Million in Linz for Long-Term Competitiveness
The EUR 80 million investment in Linz aims to enhance plant efficiency, environmental performance, and infrastructure, including modernizing railways, lighting, and utility systems by 2019.
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