Operational Changes and Investments news (page 33)

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  13 September 2018

  WACKER Upgrades Jena Biotech Facility

  New equipment enhances biopharmaceutical production in Jena. ANVISA inspection confirms high quality standards, boosting site appeal and customer benefits.
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  13 September 2018

  FUCHS to Invest EUR 50 Million in Mannheim Site Expansion

  FUCHS acquires two properties, expanding its Mannheim site by 25%. Plans include a new office building and logistics center with an automated warehouse, aiming for long-term growth.
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  12 September 2018

  Dow Invests in Barry, Wales

  Dow is enhancing its silicones operations with low capital, high return projects to boost capacity and efficiency, meeting global demand and driving innovation in high-growth markets.
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  12 September 2018

  Versalis Launches New EPDM Plant in Ferrara

  The new plant boosts production by 50,000 tonnes/year, adds 45 jobs, and revamps existing facilities. The project, costing over €250M, involved local suppliers and close cooperation with local institutions.
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  12 September 2018

  Clariant Begins $120M Straw-to-Ethanol Plant in Romania

  The plant will convert 250,000 tons of local straw into 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol annually, creating 300 jobs and using renewable energy to be carbon-neutral.
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  11 September 2018

  INEOS to Invest £60 Million in Grangemouth Expansion

  The investment will add a tenth furnace to the KG ethylene plant, boosting efficiency and capacity. Construction starts in 2019, with commissioning by late 2020, pending planning approval.

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  9 September 2018

  LANXESS Expands Additive Production

  A new production line for DMTD derivatives at Mannheim doubles capacity, meeting rising demand for high-quality lubricant additives and supporting market growth.
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  4 September 2018

  LyondellBasell and Covestro Launch Investment Project in Rotterdam

  The Circular Steam Project in Rotterdam will convert water-based waste into energy, reducing CO₂ emissions by 140,000 tons annually and enhancing production efficiency and sustainability.
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  1 September 2018

  BASF Expands Hexanediol Capacity at Ludwigshafen

  The expansion boosts global HDO capacity to over 70,000 metric tons annually, supporting demand in automotive, furniture, and packaging industries, and enhancing supply reliability for Europe and Asia.
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  30 August 2018

  PCC Expands MCAA Production Plant

  The new plant in Poland will boost MCAA capacity to 100,000 metric tons annually, meeting high demand. The facility integrates with existing chlorine production, ensuring efficient supply and distribution.
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  22 August 2018

  AGC Biologics Expands Copenhagen Facility

  The facility will add a 6Pack™ suite with six 2000L bioreactors, enhancing flexible cGMP production. New capabilities include harvesting, purification, and media production, operational by November 2018.
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  23 July 2018

  BASF Expands Ethylene Oxide Capacity at Antwerp Site

  The project includes expanding ethylene oxide and downstream derivatives like surfactants. BASF aims to support growth in various industries. Final investment decision expected in 2019.
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  11 July 2018

  Cepsa to Upgrade Detergent Plant with Honeywell UOP Technology

  The plant will switch from hydrofluoric acid to solid bed Detal-Plus™ technology, boosting capacity by 50,000 metric tons annually. The new process is more efficient and simpler to operate.
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  10 July 2018

  Solvay Modernizes Bernburg Cogeneration Unit

  €48M investment enhances site competitiveness and sustainability, maintaining production capacity and reducing CO2 intensity, aligning with customer needs for reliable, high-quality supply.
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  4 July 2018

  AkzoNobel to Expand Chloromethanes Capacity in Frankfurt

  Design work has begun for a second expansion to increase chloromethanes capacity by 50% over five years, enhancing supply reliability and energy efficiency for pharmaceutical and other industries.
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  3 July 2018

  ARLANXEO Invests in Synthetic Rubber Expansion

  Investing mid double-digit million euros, ARLANXEO will modernize production sites in Brazil and France to enhance high-performance rubber grades, supporting growth in automotive, construction, and tire sectors.
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  2 July 2018

  AkzoNobel to Upgrade Rotterdam Chlor-Alkali Plant

  The Rotterdam plant will add a second production line for chlorine and caustic soda, implement 'e-flex' technology, and enhance capacity and sustainability, with completion expected by 2021.
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  20 June 2018

  INEOS Styrolution to Expand ABS Production at Wingles Site

  The Wingles site will convert a polystyrene line to produce 50,000 tonnes of ABS annually by Q1 2020, addressing increased demand in Europe across key industries.
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  14 June 2018

  Investment Steady at Industriepark Höchst

  Tenants invested EUR 328M. New subsidiary expands services. Agreement on Seveso III Directive. UPM considers biorefinery. Revenue up, driven by energy and site services.
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  11 June 2018

  Ercros to Expand Vila-seca I Chlorine Plant for Third Time

  The expansion will add 26,000 t/year capacity by mid-2019, boosting total production to 217,000 t/year. This move addresses rising demand and compensates for capacity lost due to the mercury technology ban.
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  5 June 2018

  Borealis Invests EUR 15 Million in mtm plastics GmbH

  The investment boosts processing capacity from 60 to 80 Kt, enhances equipment, and targets high-end re-granulate markets. An additional EUR 2.5 million will go to environmental protection and capacity expansion.
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  4 June 2018

  INEOS Oxide Plans New ENB Plant

  A feasibility study is underway for a new ENB unit, with potential sites in the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, or Antwerp. The aim is operational by 2023, with additional DCPD supply options being reviewed.
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  8 May 2018

  INEOS Phenol to Invest in New Cumene Plant in Germany

  The new plant in Marl will enhance raw material supply efficiency and support phenol and acetone production, reinforcing commitment to customers and leveraging existing infrastructure.
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  6 May 2018

  Arkema Expands Specialty Polyamide Powder Capacity in France

  To meet rising demand in coatings, composites, and 3D printing, the Mont site will boost specialty polyamide powder production by 50% by late 2019, enhancing particle size control and toughness.
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  30 April 2018

  Celanese Expands POM Production

  The debottlenecking project aims to boost POM production, meeting rising demand for specialty materials. Phase I completes in 2020, with Phase II following soon after.
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  25 April 2018

  BASF Expands Aliphatic Polyisocyanate Production

  Production capacity for Basonat® hardeners at Ludwigshafen has increased to meet rising demand for automotive, industrial coatings, and adhesives, enhancing delivery reliability and product portfolio.
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  25 April 2018

  AIQBE Marks Huelva Industry Day

  Events included a technical conference, special mention for CIFP, inauguration of new refinery installations, a benefit concert, a paddle tournament, and an educational mobile unit visit.
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  24 April 2018

  Total Petrochemicals Invests 80 Million Euros in Normandy Platform

  The investment aims to enhance energy efficiency and operational performance, aligning with safety and environmental standards. Maintenance work starts on March 4, 2018, as part of a seven-year cycle.
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  11 April 2018

  Boehringer Ingelheim invests €65M in avian vaccines

  A new 5,700 sq m facility in Lyon will boost avian vaccine production, creating 42 jobs. The environmentally friendly site will triple inactivated vaccine capacity by 2020.
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  9 April 2018

  Cepsa to Install Detal Technology and Boost Capacity by 25% at San Roque Plant

  The project will enhance production efficiency, reduce emissions, and improve safety. It involves a €100M investment, creating 250 jobs, and targets high-growth African markets. Completion in two years.