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21 January 2014
BASF Invests €7 Million in Münster Resin Production Expansion
The investment will enhance resin production capacity, improve environmental performance, and better serve the automotive industry. Completion is set for 2016, with a new plant also being built in Shanghai.
14 January 2014
New Air Gas Plant in Kokkola
The plant produces oxygen, nitrogen, and argon for industry and healthcare. The €35M investment creates 15 jobs and uses advanced technology for efficient production and transport.
9 January 2014
Simadan Invests €65M in Amsterdam Biodiesel Plant
The new plant will boost biodiesel production by 150,000 tonnes annually and include a glycerine distillation factory. A quay and jetty will be built for raw material supply and biodiesel transport.
17 December 2013
Cargill to Build New Ethanol Plant in Germany
The new plant in Barby will produce premium ethanol for the beverage, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries, using locally grown wheat and advanced technology. Operational by autumn 2015.
9 December 2013
Styrolution Optimizes Specialty Production in Germany
The Schwarzheide site will be the main hub for producing specialty styrenic products, expanding compounding capacity, and insourcing specialty ABS and Novodur GF. Completion is expected by end of 2013.
22 November 2013
Evonik Expands ThreAMINO® Production
The expanded facility in Kaba, Hungary, now produces 30,000 metric tons of ThreAMINO® annually, enhancing fermentation and processing capacity to meet rising demand for efficient animal nutrition.
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22 November 2013
Bayer MaterialScience Boosts Technology and Production
Investing over EUR 45 million, the company enhances its technical center and builds a new plant to meet rising demand in automotive, construction, and coating markets, ensuring efficient, sustainable production.
19 November 2013
LANXESS Expands Cresol Production
The expanded cresol plant in Leverkusen boosts capacity by 20%. New systems enhance product purity and energy efficiency. The facility supports agrochemicals, vitamin E, resins, and flame retardants.
6 November 2013
Dow Opens Global Water Technology Center in Spain
The new center in Tarragona focuses on advancing water purification technologies, supported by a $15M investment and Spanish government grants, aiming to improve desalination and reduce costs.
5 November 2013
Lanxess Expands Belgian Plants
Lanxess completes a €15M refurbishment in Kallo, boosting capacity by 10%. A new €75M polyamide plant in Lillo will be operational by 2014, enhancing Antwerp's role in high-tech plastics.
18 October 2013
Rockwood Lithium Relocates to Höchst Industrial Park
The relocation to Höchst Industrial Park provides cutting-edge facilities and infrastructure, supporting growth and R&D, especially for the rising demand in lithium-ion batteries.
11 September 2013
Dow to Produce AFFINITY™ GA Polyolefin Elastomers in Europe
Production in Tarragona, Spain, will expand capacity for AFFINITY™ GA Polyolefin Elastomers, enhancing Dow's ability to meet global demand for hot melt adhesives and polymer modifications.
26 July 2013
Air Liquide Invests €50 Million in Antwerp Basin
A new carbon monoxide unit will double production capacity by early 2015, enhancing energy efficiency and safety. This supports European manufacturers' development and competitiveness.
4 July 2013
BASF Enhances Phenolic Resin Production in Ludwigshafen
The facility's capacity will increase by 50% with a new production line by 2014, improving supply reliability. Koresin is crucial for premium tire manufacturing and other industrial applications.
1 July 2013
LANXESS Completes ACE Technology Conversion at Geleen EPDM Site
The largest EPDM line at Geleen has been upgraded to ACE technology, enhancing sustainability, efficiency, and product quality. The process reduces energy use and eliminates catalyst waste.
25 June 2013
Borealis Invests EUR 65 Million in Porvoo PE Plant Upgrade
The EUR 65 million upgrade will enhance the Borstar PE2 plant to 3G technology, improving product properties and expanding capabilities, reinforcing Porvoo's role in innovation and market service.
21 June 2013
Solvay Enhances Adipic Acid Production in France
The investment aims to cut energy use by 8MW and CO2 emissions by 11,000 tons annually, enhancing process efficiency and supporting a €100M REBITDA improvement by 2014.
20 June 2013
Evonik Launches New PVC Plasticizer Plant
The new plant produces phthalate-free plasticizers with a 40,000-ton capacity. Future plans include bio-based plasticizers. The portfolio expansion enhances customer options and support.
6 June 2013
Solvay to Strengthen Global Soda Ash Leadership
Plans to cut €100M/year in European costs by 2016, expand North American trona mining, and close a Portuguese unit. Aims to boost efficiency and address overcapacity, impacting 450 jobs by 2016.
3 June 2013
Ferro Expands Dibenzoates Production Capacity
The new Antwerp facility will produce 28,000 metric tons of non-phthalate plasticizers annually, enhancing market position and integrating benzoic acid production for improved product offerings.
22 May 2013
Total Approves €1 Billion Modernization of Antwerp Refining and Petrochemical Platform
The project includes a new refinery complex and plant, shutting down outdated facilities, and maintaining the workforce. The upgrades aim to enhance competitiveness and meet environmental standards.
6 May 2013
Novo Nordisk Invests DKK 380 Million in Kalundborg Plant
The investment will create 50 jobs and convert existing facilities for semaglutide production, a new type 2 diabetes treatment. The plant will be operational by Q1 2014.
18 April 2013
LANXESS Opens New EPDM Headquarters in Netherlands
The new headquarters in Sittard-Geleen will manage global EPDM rubber operations, integrating management, R&D, and production. The site emphasizes sustainability and innovation.
28 March 2013
UC RUSAL to Convert Aughinish Refinery to Gas
The Aughinish refinery in Ireland will replace oil-fired boilers with gas-powered steam generators by 2014, enhancing economic and environmental performance amid a broader modernization effort.
28 March 2013
CropScience and Syngenta Propose Plan to Address EU Bee Health Stalemate
The plan includes enhancing pollinator habitats, comprehensive bee health monitoring, strict exposure mitigation measures, reducing dust emissions, and investing in research on bee health factors.
21 March 2013
Huntsman Invests $135M in US and European MDI Plants
$135M investment to boost MDI capacity in Geismar, USA by 50ktes and upgrade Rotterdam, Netherlands site. New facilities to enhance production and flexibility, leveraging US shale gas benefits.
15 March 2013
Clariant Expands in Poland
New facility in Konstantynów Łódźki will double production capacity for color concentrates, add jobs, and include a production site, lab, warehouse, and offices. Investment: CHF 11.3 million.
22 February 2013
Clariant Opens AMPS Polymers Plant in Tarragona
The new plant in Tarragona, a EUR 16 million investment, creates 32 jobs, uses modern technology for lower energy consumption, and produces specialty polysulfonates for various industrial applications.
7 February 2013
€65 Million Investment in Rotterdam Port
A new carbon monoxide unit will double production capacity in Rotterdam, enhancing energy efficiency and reliability. This investment supports long-term partnerships and boosts industrial competitiveness.
5 February 2013
LBC Tank Terminals Boosts Antwerp Storage Capacity
The Antwerp terminal now has 41,000 m³ more storage, totaling 270,000 m³. The site also upgraded truck handling and loading infrastructure, enhancing efficiency for base oils and chemicals.
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