New Projects and Expansions news (page 2)

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  20 January 2026

  Borealis Invests EUR 49M in Burghausen for Circular Polypropylene Expansion

  Investment boosts production of Borstar® Nextension PP, enhancing purity, processability, and recyclability, supporting circular design and compliance with EU packaging regulations.
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  19 January 2026

  Toray Opens Ultrasuede Showroom in Portugal to Enhance European Supply Chain

  Alva's new showroom in Portugal will boost local supply chain efficiency, focusing on interior, fashion, and automotive sectors, with new sewing operations and a designer-curated space.
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  19 January 2026

  Covestro Launches Heat Battery Project at Brunsbüttel Site

  The Rondo Heat Battery will store renewable energy to produce steam, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting climate goals. It aims to enhance energy reliability and sustainability in industry.
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  19 January 2026

  Coolbrook Adds Robin von Plettenberg to Board

  Robin von Plettenberg joins the board to guide strategy, financing, and governance, leveraging his expertise in clean technologies and industrial projects.
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  19 January 2026

  Nobian Begins Direct Calcium Chloride Delivery from Frankfurt

  Nobian now directly supplies calcium chloride, enhancing customer support and reducing supply chain length, aligning with growing demand and sustainability goals.
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  19 January 2026

  Rompetrol Energy's Petromidia Cogeneration Plant Now Operational

  The Petromidia cogeneration plant is operational, enhancing energy infrastructure, reducing costs, and supplying electricity and steam to the refinery and National Energy System.

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  19 January 2026

  EemsGas Secures €30M for Dutch Green Gas Project

  The subsidy supports a plant converting demolition wood to green gas, aligning with energy transition goals and featuring TNO's gasification technology for scalable production.
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  18 January 2026

  Toray Unveils High-Efficiency Membrane Module to Reduce Biopharma Manufacturing Costs

  The new membrane module enhances filtration, reduces space and buffer use, and addresses impurities in gene therapy, improving biopharma production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
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  16 January 2026

  Eni Launches Coral North FLNG Hull

  Coral North FLNG hull launched in South Korea, doubling Mozambique's LNG output by 2028, enhancing efficiency, and boosting local economy and job creation.
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  16 January 2026

  Boliden Seeks EU Strategic Project Status for Nautanen

  Boliden aims to develop Nautanen copper deposit as a sustainable mine, enhancing EU's green transition. Production may start in the early 2030s, pending permits and feasibility studies.
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  16 January 2026

  Chevron Approves Leviathan Gas Expansion

  Leviathan's gas capacity to increase to 21 BCM annually, boosting energy supply for Israel, Egypt, and Jordan. Completion expected by decade's end.
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  15 January 2026

  RWE and Glenfarne Sign 20-Year LNG Supply Deal

  RWE to receive 1 MTPA of LNG from Texas LNG, starting 2030. The facility will use low-emission tech and ensure GHG monitoring. This is RWE's second long-term U.S. LNG contract.
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  15 January 2026

  EnviTec Biogas Enters Lithuanian Market in 2026

  Biomethane's potential grows abroad despite political challenges in Germany. EnviTec sees steady market development in Europe and anticipates growth from LIQVIS acquisition.
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  14 January 2026

  Colruyt's Recycled Polystyrene Meat Trays

  Recycled polystyrene from PMD bags is used in meat trays, reducing raw material needs and environmental impact. Indaver's facility enables food-safe recycling with 10% recycled content.
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  14 January 2026

  Sinopec Capital Invests in Faurecia Hydrogen Energy

  Sinopec Capital's investment marks its first project in China's hydrogen energy sector, aiming to enhance the hydrogen industry chain and foster a collaborative ecosystem.
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  14 January 2026

  Essar Energy Transition Achieves Record Sales in 2025

  In 2025, domestic sales hit record highs, driven by retail and aviation growth, infrastructure upgrades, and a focus on decarbonization.
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  14 January 2026

  UBE and Tohoku University Launch Co-creation Research Institute

  The new institute will focus on developing innovative materials and technologies in life sciences, environment, energy, and electronics, while fostering next-generation talent.
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  13 January 2026

  ORLEN Gains New Licenses on Norwegian Shelf

  ORLEN secures stakes in six licenses, including Victoria, aiming to leverage advanced tech for gas production, collaborating with Aker BP, Equinor, and Harbour Energy.
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  13 January 2026

  Equinor Secures 35 New Licenses on Norwegian Shelf

  Equinor gains access to North, Norwegian, and Barents Sea areas, planning 20-30 annual wells to support exploration and production, aiming for 6-8 new subsea developments yearly until 2035.
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  13 January 2026

  Uniper Invests in Five New Solar Projects

  Uniper invests in solar projects in the UK and Poland, totaling 288 MWp, as part of its €8 billion growth strategy.
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  13 January 2026

  Arkema Launches Rilsan® Clear Polyamide Unit in Singapore

  The new unit triples global production capacity, supporting demand for sustainable materials in key markets and enhancing local supply chains.
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  13 January 2026

  BASF Acquires AgBiTech for Biological Insect Control

  BASF to fully acquire AgBiTech by 2026, enhancing insect control solutions in Brazil with NPV technology, supporting sustainable agriculture and integrated pest management.
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  13 January 2026

  Argylium Appoints Leadership, Outlines Battery Development Plan

  Chiovato and Buissette lead efforts to scale sulfide solid electrolytes for all-solid-state batteries, targeting 500 Wh/kg by 2028-2030, with plans for funding and industrial scale-up.
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  13 January 2026

  NEXTCHEM Secures Two Contracts in China for NX STAMI™ Technologies

  NEXTCHEM will provide licenses and PDPs for a new nitric acid plant and revamp a urea plant in China, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing emissions in fertilizer production.
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  12 January 2026

  Essar Future Energy and Gujarat Government Sign MoU for ₹5,100 Crore Bio-Fuel Project

  Essar to build a bio-fuel complex in Gujarat, creating 350 jobs by 2029, focusing on decarbonizing aviation, shipping, and transport sectors.
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  12 January 2026

  NVIDIA and Lilly Launch AI Lab for Drug Discovery

  The lab will invest $1B in AI to enhance drug discovery, integrating robotics and AI for continuous learning and improved medicine production.
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  11 January 2026

  QatarEnergy Hosts World's Largest LNG Event

  Qatar will host LNG2026, a major event on LNG trends and innovations, featuring global experts and 300 exhibitors, from February 2-5, 2026.
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  9 January 2026

  INEOS Electrolysers Enhance Efficiency and Cut Energy Costs in India

  A new electrolyser at Chemfab Alkalis boosts operational efficiency, reliability, and reduces energy costs, supporting modernisation and sustainability goals.
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  9 January 2026

  Yara's 2026 Strategy: Resilient Earnings and Sustainable Growth

  Yara aims for $600M cash flow growth by 2030, focusing on asset optimization, low-emission ammonia, and shareholder returns, while maintaining strict capital discipline.
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  8 January 2026

  Heidelberg Materials Issues Third Green Bond

  The €600M bond supports projects like plant modernization and carbon capture. It was 2.8x oversubscribed, reflecting strong investor confidence.