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13 November 2019
LANXESS Restructures Organometal Operations at Bergkamen
Expanding aluminum-based organometal production; selling tin-based organometal business to PMC Group; aims for stable, profitable growth.
25 October 2019
Construction Starts at Northvolt Ett in Sweden
Construction has begun on a major lithium-ion battery factory in Skellefteå, Sweden, with the first steel columns raised. The facility will feature extensive automation and aims to deliver cells by 2021.
24 October 2019
Kemira Invests Millions in UK Water Treatment Chemicals Production
The investment will nearly double the Goole plant's capacity, driven by rising demand for coagulants due to stricter phosphorus removal regulations, ensuring customers meet future standards.
21 October 2019
Ercros Expands Chlorine-Caustic Soda Plant
The expansion adds 26,000 t/year capacity, bringing total chlorine production to 217,000 t/year. Ercros now uses membrane technology, meeting the best available technology standards.
17 October 2019
Solvay to Boost Tecnoflon® FKM Capacity in Italy by 30%
The increased capacity will support demand in automotive, oil & gas, and semiconductor industries, enhancing applications like turbochargers, seals, and gaskets, and ensuring high purity in electronics.
16 October 2019
Novamont Begins Demo Plant for Furandicarboxylic Acid Production
A 10M-euro investment will fund a demo plant for FDCA, used in biodegradable materials and food packaging. Supported by Invitalia, completion is expected by end of 2021.
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12 October 2019
Novamont Boosts MATER-BI® Production to 150,000 Tonnes
The Patrica plant now produces 40,000 tonnes of compostable biopolymers, enhancing efficiency, diversifying sites, and supporting sustainability with a €100M investment and 90 employees.
8 October 2019
Arkema Boosts Orgasol® Polyamide Powder Capacity in France
A new production line at Mont increases global capacity by 50% to meet demand in coatings, personal care, composites, and 3D printing markets, supporting growth in advanced materials.
4 October 2019
Borealis Invests in Ecoplast to Boost Plastics Recycling
A new PE film recycling line in Wildon, Austria, increases production capacity by 60%, enhancing recycling efficiency and quality, and supporting circular economy goals.
30 September 2019
BASF to Expand Ethylene Oxide Complex in Antwerp
The expansion will add 400,000 metric tons/year capacity, costing over €500 million. It includes a second ethylene oxide line and derivatives plants for surfactants, glycol ethers, and alkoxylates.
25 September 2019
Eni Opens Gela Bio-Refinery
The Gela plant processes 750,000 tonnes/year of biofuels from waste. It reduces emissions by 70%, employs 426 people, and enhances environmental sustainability with advanced technology.
24 September 2019
Solvay Expands Bicarbonate Production in Bulgaria
Increasing soda ash capacity in Wyoming and bicarbonate in Bulgaria, the investments total €185M over three years, addressing global demand in various applications and improving air quality.
18 September 2019
St1 to Build Biorefinery for Renewable Diesel and Jet Fuel in Sweden
The new biorefinery will produce renewable fuels, reducing CO2 emissions. Investments include a hydrogen plant, renewable fuel plant, and infrastructure, totaling 200 million euros. Production starts in 2022.
17 September 2019
Polynt-Reichhold to Install New Maleic Anhydride Reactor in Ravenna
A new 60 ktpa Maleic Anhydride reactor will be installed in Ravenna by 2021, manufactured by Walter Tosto Spa, to support growing composites production.
17 September 2019
ExxonMobil Invests £140M in Fife Ethylene Plant
The £140M investment will upgrade infrastructure, improve reliability, reduce flaring impact, and support 850 local jobs. This follows recent expansions at Fawley and Newport plants.
11 September 2019
Merz and Oncotec Invest in Dessau BioPharmaPark
Merz opens a new filler plant, while Oncotec unveils a robot-controlled filling line and visual inspection system, marking significant investments and expansions at Dessau BioPharmaPark.
10 September 2019
Borealis Breaks Ground on New PDH Plant in Belgium
The new plant in Kallo will produce 750,000 metric tonnes of propylene annually, enhancing supply, efficiency, and sustainability. It will create 100 full-time jobs and boost the regional economy.
27 August 2019
Nouryon to Double Surfuctants Capacity in Sweden
The €12M expansion in Stenungsund includes a new reactor, boosting production of sustainable technologies for oil, gas, lubricants, fuels, and asphalt, meeting growing demand for eco-friendly solutions.
21 August 2019
Nouryon Expands Metal Alkyls Plant in Rotterdam
The Rotterdam plant boosts capacity by 40%, automates raw material handling, and enhances safety. Recent investments improve efficiency, reliability, and reduce costs. Acquisition of Zhejiang Friend Chemical strengthens market position.
14 August 2019
LANXESS Expands Antioxidant Production at Brunsbüttel
LANXESS invests in Brunsbüttel, enhancing tire production independence from Far East suppliers. Expansion supports local jobs and was completed accident-free.
9 August 2019
CIECH Soda Romania to Halt Production Starting September 18, 2019
Production halt due to a 135% steam price hike. Exploring new steam sources and severance packages for employees. Plant hibernation won't impact 2021 EBITDA target of over PLN 900 million.
1 August 2019
Röhm Becomes Independent Company
Röhm targets global technology leadership in methacrylate chemicals with innovative production, strong market positions, and diverse applications, supported by Advent International's investment.
30 July 2019
Toyo Tire to Build New Plant in Serbia
The new plant in Indijia City will produce high-value tires for Europe and Russia, leveraging IoT for efficient manufacturing. Operations start in January 2022, with a capacity of 5 million tires annually.
25 July 2019
Butachimie Upgrades ADN Technology During Maintenance
The maintenance will enhance competitiveness, safety, and environmental performance, featuring a €250M investment in advanced ADN technology, involving over 2,500 personnel.
15 July 2019
OMV to Build Isobutene Unit at Burghausen
The new unit will start in September 2020, producing high-purity isobutene using innovative, energy-efficient technology developed with BASF, integrated into the existing metathesis plant.
9 July 2019
Trinseo, INEOS Styrolution, and Agilyx to Build Polystyrene Recycling Plant in Europe
The new plant will process 50 tons/day of post-consumer polystyrene, using advanced depolymerization technology to recycle it into its original monomer, supporting EU recycling goals.
6 July 2019
CIECH Group Launches New Sodium Bicarbonate Production Line in Germany
The new line boosts production by 80%, adding 50,000 tonnes annually. It targets the pharmaceutical market, especially dialysis, and meets high-quality standards with advanced logistics and GMP certification.
27 June 2019
Tata Chemicals to Build UK's Largest Carbon Capture Plant
The new plant will capture and purify CO2 from power generation emissions to produce sodium bicarbonate, reducing emissions by 11% and supporting the UK's net zero carbon target by 2050.
26 June 2019
Trinseo Opens New Compounding Factory in Terneuzen
The new facility boosts R&D, sustainability, and employment, replacing the old plant. Its proximity to a storage partner optimizes the supply chain, reducing freight movements significantly.
12 June 2019
Orion Expands Gas Black Production in Cologne
The expansion addresses growing demand for waterborne and solvent-borne coatings, enhancing production of high-quality Carbon Blacks for specialty and technical rubber applications.
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