Operational Changes and Investments news (page 43)

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  31 May 2012

  LANXESS Invests in New High-Tech Plastics Plant in Belgium

  The new plant in Antwerp will produce 90,000 metric tons of polyamide annually, supporting growth in the automotive industry and expanding the global production network for high-tech plastics.
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  31 May 2012

  Air Liquide Invests €100 Million in Germany

  A new hydrogen and carbon monoxide unit will be built at Chempark Dormagen to supply Bayer MaterialScience, enhancing polymer production for various applications. Completion is set for 2014.
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  30 May 2012

  LANXESS Invests €30M in French Tire Rubber Site

  The investment aims to boost productivity and energy efficiency for producing Nd-PBR and SSBR rubbers, essential for "green tires," driven by rising global demand and new EU tire labeling laws.
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  17 May 2012

  ASESA's HE-Cogeneration Plant in Tarragona

  The plant generates 14.25 MWh, exports 11 MWh, and reduces CO2 emissions by 21,500 tons annually. ASESA also cut fuel consumption by 9%, reducing CO2 by 4,500 tons yearly.
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  9 May 2012

  Eni Rebrands Chemicals Division as Versalis

  Versalis focuses on innovation, green chemicals, and emerging markets. Investments target growth, site upgrades, and elastomers, aiming for a 50% sales increase and €400m EBIT improvement by 2015.
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  10 April 2012

  Metsä Fibre Expands Äänekoski Mill Capacity

  The Äänekoski mill's board machine rebuild boosts capacity by 30,000 t to 240,000 tpy. The project, part of a larger investment, also increased production at Simpele and Kyro mills by 120,000 tpy.

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  15 March 2012

  Zeolyst Expands Zeolite Production in the Netherlands

  The expansion in Delfzijl will create 11 new jobs and aims to boost employment by 50%. Increased demand for zeolites, used in catalytic processes like car exhaust cleaning, drives this growth.
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  13 February 2012

  LANXESS Invests EUR 20 Million in Cresol Production Expansion

  LANXESS is expanding cresol production by 20% at Leverkusen, investing EUR 20 million. This move supports long-term growth and enhances productivity in their aromatics network.
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  6 February 2012

  AkzoNobel Expands Global MCA Capacity

  AkzoNobel boosts MCA production at Delfzijl and Taixing plants to over 100,000 MT/year each, enhancing competitiveness and sustainability in key markets like agrochemicals and surfactants.
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  17 January 2012

  BASF to Build 300,000 Metric Ton TDI Plant in Ludwigshafen

  The new plant will create 200 jobs, start production in late 2014, and lead to the closure of the Schwarzheide TDI plant. It will enhance production synergies and support growth in other value chains.
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  19 December 2011

  Neste Oil Opens Europe's Largest Renewable Diesel Refinery in Rotterdam

  The Rotterdam refinery produces premium NExBTL renewable diesel, employs 150 people, and can produce 800,000 metric tons annually, reducing greenhouse gases by over 1.5 million tons each year.
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  18 October 2011

  Eastman Expands Hydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resin Production in Netherlands

  The Middelburg facility's expansion doubles capacity since 2006, meeting global demand. This complements capacity increases in Texas and Pennsylvania, ensuring reliable supply and market growth.
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  3 October 2011

  BorsodChem Opens New TDI Plant

  The new TDI plant in Kazincbarcika, Hungary, has a capacity of 160 kilotons/year, expandable to 200. It enhances production efficiency and supports Wanhua's global growth strategy.
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  21 September 2011

  Lubrizol Expands Testing Capabilities

  Investing $85M in R&D and testing, including a new plant in China, Lubrizol upgrades its Hazelwood center with advanced NMR capabilities and a new Field Testing Center to enhance global service.
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  6 September 2011

  Perstorp Doubles Caprolactone Capacity

  In response to rising demand, the world's largest caprolactone producer has added a second production stream, enhancing supply for high-performance applications and targeting growth in Asia.
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  20 July 2011

  Praxair Boosts Capacity in Germany

  A new air separation unit in Hurth, Germany, doubles capacity to 1,800 tons/day, offering cost savings and supporting growing demand in the Rhineland chemical production area.
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  15 June 2011

  Foster Wheeler Wins Engineering Contract for Preem's Energy Savings Program

  The contract covers basic and front-end engineering for energy savings at a Swedish refinery. The project aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions, with completion expected by September 2011.
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  25 May 2011

  TDI & MDI Investments to Enhance Quality and Supply

  New TDI plant and MDI plant revamp in Hungary will boost capacity and quality. MDI plant shutdown for seven weeks may cause disruptions, but aims to meet future market needs.
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  1 April 2011

  Evonik Opens Isobutene Plant in Antwerp

  The new facility in Antwerp produces 110,000 metric tons of high-purity isobutene annually, tripling capacity. The process is eco-friendly, enhancing efficiency and flexibility in C4 production.
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  14 March 2011

  Bayer to Invest €100M in German MDI Plant Expansion

  The investment will expand MDI production at Brunsbüttel, enhancing capacity and job security. The project includes new plants and uses advanced, energy-efficient technologies.
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  9 March 2011

  DuPont and LANXESS to Double PBT Compounding Capacity

  The joint venture will invest €10M to expand PBT production in Germany, driven by rising demand in automotive and electronics. The new capacity will be operational by early 2012.
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  11 February 2011

  Kemira to Build Coagulant Plants in Germany and Spain

  The EUR 40 million investment will utilize HCl from Bayer's polyurethane production for water treatment. Existing plants in the Netherlands and Spain will be restructured, with minimal personnel impact.
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  1 February 2011

  AkzoNobel Invests EUR 140M to Upgrade Chlorine Production

  The upgrade to membrane electrolysis tech will boost capacity by 50%, cut eco-footprint by 30%, and meet strong demand. The new plant will start in Q4 2013, increasing annual chlorine output to 250 kilotons.
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  1 January 2011

  Sumitomo Chemical Opens IT Materials Plant in Poland

  A new plant in Poland will produce polarizing film and light diffusion panels for LCDs, starting summer 2007. The facility aims to meet growing European demand and enhance customer service.
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  2 September 2010

  Solvay to Boost Tecnoflon Production in Italy

  EUR 10 million investment to meet rising demand in automotive, aerospace, and oil industries. Tecnoflon's high-temperature and chemical resistance enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions.
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  11 August 2010

  Lanxess invests EUR 10m to boost EVM capacity at Dormagen

  The expansion will increase EVM production by 30% to 15,000 metric tons by late 2012, driven by rising demand in the wire and cable industry, especially in China.
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  1 August 2010

  CEPSA Invests €1.14 Billion in Huelva Refinery Upgrades

  The investment focuses on increasing diesel and jet kerosene production, enhancing energy efficiency, and creating local employment, with significant contributions to the regional economy.
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  28 July 2010

  IGEST.RES to Open Chemical Waste Treatment Plant at BASF Tarragona

  The new plant will recycle 15,000 tons of hydrocarbons and treat 25,000 tons of industrial water annually, creating 25 jobs. It leverages BASF's infrastructure for enhanced synergies and services.
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  27 July 2010

  INEOS Oxide to Build Ethylene Terminal in Antwerp

  The new terminal will handle one million tonnes annually, connect to key facilities via the ARG pipeline, and enhance competitiveness and market dynamics in Europe. Expected operation starts in 2012.
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  20 July 2010

  Jacobs Secures Dow Contract for Copolymer Facility in Italy

  Jacobs will provide engineering and construction management for a facility expansion in Fombio, Italy, to produce UPS copolymers for ion exchange resins, enhancing efficiency and reducing carbon footprint.