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13 August 2018
Metsä Group's Bioproduct Mill Hits 1 Million Tonnes of Pulp
The mill, operational since August 2017, produces 1.3 million tonnes of pulp annually, plus bioproducts like tall oil, turpentine, and bioenergy. It also explores new bioproducts and industrial ecosystem expansion.
31 July 2018
Pöyry to Provide EPCM Services for Gasum's Biogas Plant Expansion in Turku
The project will expand and modernize the Topinoja biogas plant, adding biogas upgrading and liquefaction. Completion is expected in 2019, enhancing biogas production and circular economy solutions.
18 June 2018
Eastern Denmark's Largest Biogas Plant Commissioned
The new plant converts industrial residues into bio-natural gas and fertilizer, supporting circular economy and significant carbon savings. It will produce 8 million cubic meters of gas annually.
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.
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.
1 June 2018
Umicore Chooses Nysa, Poland for European Cathode Materials Plant
The new plant will use advanced technologies, create 400 jobs, and start deliveries in late 2020. A new Process Competence Center in Olen, Belgium, will enhance energy-efficient production processes.
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30 May 2018
TOTAL and DOMO Chemicals Launch 60 Million Euro Benzene Project
The project involved building a new benzene unit, a 1.6 km pipeline, and a DOMO production unit. It enhances competitive positioning and strengthens integration at the Leuna chemical park.
2 May 2018
Asahi Kasei Europe Launches Hydrogen Project in Germany
The project converts wind energy to hydrogen, enhancing green hydrogen production. It uses scalable alkaline-water electrolysis and is supported by local agencies and the Hydrogen Competence Center.
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.
16 April 2018
Construction Begins on Largest Hydrogen Pilot Plant
The EU-funded H2FUTURE project aims to decarbonize steel production with a 6 MW green hydrogen plant, operational by spring 2019, to meet climate goals and explore industrial applications.
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.
6 April 2018
Kemira Expands Chlor-Alkali Production in Finland
The expansion will meet the growing demand for sodium hydroxide in Finland and is set to be operational by Q4 2018, enhancing service to pulp, paper, and water treatment industries.
3 April 2018
Nel ASA Halts H2V Power-to-Gas Project
Due to limited progress and financing issues, Nel will focus on other high-value projects. The H2V project's halt won't impact Nel's order backlog or future hydrogen initiatives in Europe.
1 April 2018
Natural Energy West Halves Biodiesel Production at German Plant
Production cut due to cheap imports from Argentina and Indonesia, impacting margins and prices. Calls for government action to address unfair trade practices and protect the EU biodiesel industry.
23 March 2018
INEOS Advances VAM Project in Europe
A MOU has been signed and FEED studies started for a VAM plant in Europe, with potential sites in the UK or Belgium. Construction is planned for 2019, with operations starting in early 2021.
9 March 2018
SK Innovation Breaks Ground on EV Battery Plant in Hungary
The new factory in Komárom will produce third-gen EV batteries, offering 500km range. Mass production starts in 2020, with a capacity of 7.5 GWh annually. Total investment: KRW 840.2 billion.
5 March 2018
Ercros to Expand Vila-seca I Plant Capacity
The expansion will add 26,000 t/year to the chlorine and caustic soda capacity, reaching 191,000 t/year by end of 2018, reinforcing its market leadership with 59% of Spain's production capacity.
28 February 2018
Trinseo Opens S-SBR Pilot Plant and Expands Capacity in Schkopau
The new facility addresses rising S-SBR demand and faster tire innovation. It boosts global production by 33%, supports local employment, and underscores a commitment to research and development.
22 February 2018
LANXESS Boosts Macrolex Dye Capacity in Leverkusen
The expansion will increase production by 25% to meet rising global demand, especially in Asia, and stricter regulations. It also signifies a commitment to the Leverkusen site and will create new jobs.
20 February 2018
Lubrizol Boosts Global TPU Capacity
Expanding production in Europe, North America, and China, the company aims to meet rising demand for high-performance, sustainable materials with ongoing investments in elastomers, aliphatics, and adhesives.
19 February 2018
Poligal Launches New Plant in Poland
The new plant in Skarbimierz features a 5-layer extrusion line, boosting production by 40,000 tonnes/year. It aims to enhance service in Central Europe and support growth and innovation.
14 February 2018
Sasol Boosts Alumina Production Capacity
The expansion at Brunsbüttel adds 15,000 tons of alumina hydrate capacity annually. New units, including drum and spray dryers, were commissioned, with further expansions planned in the US and Germany.
14 February 2018
INOVYN Expands VCM and ECU Capacity in Norway
The project will boost VCM and ECU capacity, enhancing supply to vinyls and caustic soda customers. Wood is the EPCM contractor for VCM, with completion expected by Q3 2019.
23 January 2018
Shell and ITM to Build Hydrogen Plant at Rhineland Refinery
The world's largest hydrogen electrolysis plant, "Refhyne," will be operational by 2020, producing 1,300 tons of hydrogen annually using surplus electricity instead of natural gas.
18 January 2018
Evonik and Siemens to Produce Specialty Chemicals from CO2 and Renewable Electricity
The Rheticus project uses electrolysis and fermentation to convert CO2 into specialty chemicals, aiming for cost-effective, eco-friendly production. A test plant will start by 2021 in Marl, Germany.
17 January 2018
SGL Group Expands Specialty Graphite Production for Automotive Industry
Demand for specialty graphite in automotive applications is rising. A €25M investment will expand production by 2020. Key projects include components for vacuum pumps and brake boosters.
12 January 2018
CAC Secures Contract to Build Crystallization Plant for Ciech
CAC will handle all phases of constructing a crystallization plant in Stassfurt, integrating it into the existing complex. The plant will produce 110,000 tonnes of pharmaceutical-grade sodium bicarbonate annually.
12 January 2018
Synvina Extends PEF Pilot Phase in Antwerp
The pilot phase extension aims to optimize FDCA production for PEF. Technical improvements are needed, delaying the Reference Plant startup by 24-36 months, now expected in 2023-2024.
3 January 2018
Jacobs to Conduct Engineering Study for Borealis Plant in Belgium
Jacobs will complete a FEED study for a new PDH plant in Kallo, Belgium, targeting 740 kilotons annual capacity. The study, covering both inside and outside battery limits, ends mid-2018.
7 December 2017
BorsodChem to Double TDI Capacity
To meet rising global demand, the TDI crystallization unit at the Kazincbarcika plant in Hungary will double capacity. The new unit is under construction, with start-up expected in Q3 2018.
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