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25 October 2021
Hydrogen Production Milestone in Teesside
The UK aims for net zero by 2050. Teesside's new hydrogen facility will cut CO2, create jobs, and support industrial decarbonization, with blue hydrogen as an immediate solution and green hydrogen as the future goal.
20 October 2021
Neste and Ravago to Form Joint Venture for Chemical Recycling in the Netherlands
The joint venture will build a facility in Vlissingen to recycle 55,000 tons of plastic waste annually, leveraging advanced liquefaction technology and aiming for global expansion. Regulatory approval pending.
15 October 2021
Clariant Completes First Commercial Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Romania
The plant processes 250,000 tons of straw annually to produce 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol, reducing greenhouse gases and boosting local economy. Operational in Q4, it supports sustainable biofuels.
12 October 2021
Baerlocher Expands UK PVC Stabiliser Capacity
The Bury plant will boost its Calcium-based PVC stabiliser capacity by over 50% in 2022, supporting local demand and adapting to regulatory changes.
7 October 2021
LUKOIL Upgrades Stavrolen Plant with Second Gas Processing Unit
The new unit will boost gas utilization to 5 bcm/year, increasing ethylene, polyethylene, and polypropylene production. This aligns with energy transition goals and benefits the Stavropol region economically.
6 October 2021
ExxonMobil Expands Carbon Capture in Scotland
The project aims to capture and store CO2 from the Fife Ethylene Plant, enhancing Scotland's emission reduction efforts. It builds on previous initiatives and includes significant infrastructure upgrades.
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4 October 2021
ORLEN Unipetrol Expands Litvínov Steam Cracker Capacity
A new furnace will boost steam cracker output, supporting increased polyethylene and polypropylene production. The project uses advanced low-emission technology and follows recent capacity upgrades.
29 September 2021
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical to Build MXDA Plant in Rotterdam
A new 25,000 MTA MXDA plant in Rotterdam will start in mid-2024 to meet European demand. This expansion supports MGC's 3-year plan and ensures stable global supply. Existing Japan plants remain operational.
29 September 2021
Carbios Opens Enzymatic Recycling Plant in France
The new plant validates the C-ZYME® process for recycling PET waste, enabling future industrial units. It processes 2 tonnes of PET per cycle, producing high-quality recycled PET.
27 September 2021
PKN ORLEN Announces Delayed HVO Unit Construction in Plock
The Management Board approved a PLN 600m HVO unit with 300k tonnes annual capacity, set to complete by mid-2024, pending Supervisory Board approval. Agreement signed with Technik Polska.
23 September 2021
Pyrocell Begins Production in Sweden
The plant converts sawdust into pyrolysis oil for renewable diesel and petrol, producing 25,000 tonnes annually. This initiative supports a sustainable value chain and reduces carbon emissions.
22 September 2021
Synthos Approves New Butadiene Unit in Plock, Poland
Air Liquide will provide engineering and construction for a new butadiene extraction unit in Plock, Poland, using BASF technology. The unit, with a 120 kt/y capacity, is set to start production in 2024.
22 September 2021
Lonza Expands Drug Product Services in Switzerland
Investment in new filling line and expanded Drug Product Services in Stein and Basel will enhance capabilities for various drug modalities, creating over 70 jobs and supporting clinical and commercial stages.
21 September 2021
CF Industries Restarts Ammonia Plant in Billingham, UK
The ammonia plant restart follows an agreement to cover costs and produce CO2 for the UK market, averting potential supply disruptions. The process will take several days.
17 September 2021
Transforming Waste into Biofuel at LIPSA Huelva
The Huelva plant processes up to 500,000 tonnes of waste into biofuel annually, promoting circular economy, reducing GHG emissions, and creating local jobs while continuously innovating in waste pre-treatment.
16 September 2021
EQTEC and Kibo Energy Partner on UK Waste-to-Energy Plant
A 25 MWe waste-to-energy plant in Billingham, UK, will use refuse-derived fuel. Construction starts in early 2022, operational by end of 2023. Kibo holds 54.54% equity, EQTEC 45.46%.
6 September 2021
Uniper and Port of Rotterdam to Produce Green Hydrogen
The agreement aims to develop green hydrogen production at Maasvlakte, leveraging North Sea wind power and connecting to Rotterdam's hydrogen infrastructure, advancing carbon neutrality and sustainable energy.
28 August 2021
CIECH Expands Silicates Production Capacity in Żary
A new furnace will boost sodium silicate production by 30%, cut CO2 emissions by 20%, and increase annual revenue by PLN 60 million. Completion is expected by end of 2021.
25 August 2021
Repsol Produces Spain's First Waste-Derived Aviation Biofuel
The batch of 5,300 tons of biojet fuel will cut 300 tons of CO2 emissions. This aligns with EU and Spanish initiatives to decarbonize aviation and supports the goal of net zero emissions by 2050.
24 August 2021
BASF Opens New Catalyst Development Center in Ludwigshafen
The new center will accelerate catalyst development, enabling faster market entry and closer collaboration with partners, emphasizing innovation and sustainability in chemical catalysts. Completion by mid-2024.
23 August 2021
Swedish Plastic Recycling to Build Largest Modern Facility in Motala
Site Zero will recycle 200,000 tonnes of plastic annually, achieving zero CO2 emissions. It will sort 12 types of plastic and plans to add washing and granulation by 2025.
29 July 2021
SEQENS to Build New Paracetamol Unit in Roussillon, France
The new unit, supported by France Relance, will produce 10,000 tonnes of paracetamol annually by 2023, using innovative, eco-friendly processes to meet growing demand and enhance EU health sovereignty.
21 July 2021
McDermott Wins Contract for Baltic Chemical Plant Polyethylene Project
McDermott will provide engineering and procurement for a spent caustic treatment solution at the world's largest polyethylene project in Russia, enhancing annual production to 3 million tons.
12 July 2021
Vynova to Build New Potassium Carbonate Plant in Belgium
The new plant, operational by mid-2022, will be the largest in Europe, HACCP compliant, and support growth in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Investment: 4 million euros.
28 June 2021
Terrafame Begins Production at New Battery Chemicals Plant
The new plant, a EUR 240 million investment, boasts high production capacity and low carbon footprint, supporting Finland's economy and the growing demand for electric vehicle battery minerals.
27 June 2021
Fortum Invests in Harjavalta Plant to Boost Battery Recycling Capacity
The new Harjavalta plant will enhance recycling of lithium-ion batteries, recovering critical metals and supporting sustainable battery production, creating 30 jobs and reducing carbon footprint.
21 June 2021
Preem's Lysekil Refinery Starts Renewable Petrol Production
The refinery is processing 50,000 tons of pyrolysis oil from sawdust. This aims to boost Sweden's renewable fuel production and meet future carbon reduction targets.
17 June 2021
PPG Expands Coatings Manufacturing in Europe
Investments in the Netherlands and Poland will boost production of non-BPA coatings for aluminum and steel cans, supporting growing demand in Europe for beverage, food, and personal care packaging.
11 June 2021
Grupa Azoty Opens Granulated Fertilizer Plant in Puławy
The new plant features advanced packing and seasoning facilities, produces certified fertilizers, and has a capacity of 820,000 tonnes/year. It supports modern agriculture and meets stringent safety standards.
9 June 2021
Northvolt Secures $2.75 Billion to Expand Swedish Gigafactory to 60 GWh
The funding will boost battery cell production, R&D, and recycling. Northvolt plans to build more gigafactories in Europe, with potential sites in Germany, to meet growing demand for electric solutions.
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