Project Updates and Milestones news (page 38)

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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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%.
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  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.
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  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.

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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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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  8 June 2021

  First PHOS4green Plant for Recycled Fertilizers Begins Production in Haldensleben

  The plant produces 60,000 metric tons of phosphate fertilizer annually from recycled sewage sludge ash, creating over 20 jobs. The process is sustainable, compliant with regulations, and supports agriculture.
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  7 June 2021

  Mkango and Grupa Azoty to Develop Rare Earths Hub in Poland

  A new rare earth separation plant in Poland will enhance Europe's supply chain, create jobs, and support green technologies. Feasibility studies and strategic partnerships are underway.
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  3 June 2021

  Neste Advances Innovation and Sustainability at Porvoo Refinery

  Neste is developing renewable hydrogen, CO2 utilization, and advanced biofuels at Porvoo refinery, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support EU climate targets.
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  1 June 2021

  WACKER to Produce Building-Protection Agents and Binders at Nünchritz Site

  A new liquid resins unit at Nünchritz will enhance production flexibility, supply security, and support market growth, creating 50 jobs and integrating with existing infrastructure.
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  25 May 2021

  Technip Energies Secures Two Contracts from Neste for Rotterdam Renewables Platform

  The contracts include EPCM for modifying a refinery to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel and FEED for a potential new renewable products refinery, leveraging proprietary NEXBTL technology.
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  21 May 2021

  Técnicas Reunidas Wins Circular Economy Project for Transport Decarbonization in Europe

  The AMA Project will produce bio-methanol from non-recyclable waste in Amsterdam, aiming to reduce transport emissions across Europe with a €200M investment and a 260-ton daily production capacity.
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  17 May 2021

  Global Bioenergies Scales Up Isobutene Production in France

  The company is enhancing its isobutene bio-production process, launching a cosmetics brand, and optimizing production to supply high-value ingredients to the cosmetics sector by 2022.
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  6 May 2021

  LyondellBasell Begins Polymer Production from Plastic Waste in Germany

  The new polymers, made from plastic waste, are marketed under the Circulen brand, certified by ISCC PLUS, and aim to reduce CO2 emissions and fossil-based raw material use.
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  23 April 2021

  Covestro Boosts Film Production with New Lines in Dormagen

  New coextrusion lines in Dormagen will create 30 jobs, enhance film quality, and speed up supply. The site includes production, a technical center, and research labs, supporting global expansion efforts.
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  22 April 2021

  New ISO C4 Plant in Burghausen Begins Production

  The new plant uses innovative technology to produce high-purity isobutene, saving 20,000 tons of CO2 annually. It has a 60,000 t/a capacity and received EUR 2.8 mn in subsidies for its energy efficiency.
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  20 April 2021

  INEOS Styrolution, Recycling Technologies, and Trinseo advance Europe's first polystyrene recycling plant

  A pilot plant in the UK will precede commercial facilities in France and Belgium, converting 15kT/y of PS waste into recycled styrene, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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  15 April 2021

  New Potassium Hydroxide Plant Operational in Pieve Vergonte

  The new plant produces 25,000 tons of chlorine and 80,000 tons of potassium hydroxide annually, enhancing the site's capacity and securing jobs. Investments included remediation, new electrolysis, and chlorination plants.