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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.
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.
11 July 2019
Oxea to Boost TCD Alcohol Production
Oxea will expand TCD Alcohol capacity in Oberhausen, Germany, by the second half of 2021 to meet market demand, enhancing supply reliability for applications in optoelectronics, packaging, and more.
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.
5 July 2019
Oxea Expands Production with New Carboxylic Acids Plant in Germany
A new plant in Oberhausen will double isononanoic acid capacity and boost carboxylic acids production by 30%. A logistics hub in Asia will support market growth.
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29 June 2019
Grupa LOTOS EFRA Project's Key Unit Reaches Ready For Start-Up Phase
The Delayed Coking Unit at the Gdansk refinery is ready for commissioning, promising higher efficiency, cleaner production, and increased refining margins. Employee training and job creation are ongoing.
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
IFC backs Pan American Energy with $500 million for Campana refinery upgrade
Financing will fund Campana refinery upgrade to produce ultra‑low sulfur diesel, cut sulfur emissions and reduce Argentina’s fuel imports.
18 June 2019
INEOS Chooses SK E&C for Propane Dehydrogenation Unit
The 750ktpa PDH plant in Antwerp, part of a €3bn investment, will be operational by 2023. It aims for high energy and carbon efficiency, producing propylene for various industrial applications.
12 June 2019
Northvolt Raises $1 Billion for Europe's First Lithium-Ion Gigafactories
Northvolt plans a second gigafactory in Germany with Volkswagen. The European Investment Bank approved a $400M loan. Production at Northvolt Ett starts in 2021, with expansion to 32 GWh.
6 June 2019
Maire Tecnimont awarded ~USD 200M EPC for Luanda Refinery upgrade
Two process units with utilities and tie‑ins to be installed; gasoline output at the country’s sole refinery will rise to 1,100 tons/day, supporting fuel independence.
5 June 2019
Nouryon Expands Microspheres Production in Sweden
€20M project boosts Expancel microspheres capacity in Sweden, meeting rising demand in automotive, construction, and other markets. New US plant planned, pending board approval.
28 May 2019
Grupa Azoty ZAK S.A. Launches New Plant and Specialty Plasticizers
Adoflex® and Oxovilen® are new non-phthalate plasticizers produced at a 10,000 tonnes/year plant. They enhance the OXO Segment's product range, meeting REACH and CLP safety standards.
27 May 2019
First European Sustainable Aviation Fuel Plant in Delfzijl
The plant will produce 100,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel annually from 2022, reducing CO2 emissions by 270,000 tonnes. It uses regional waste and residue streams as feedstock.
22 May 2019
ANWIL Begins Construction of Fertilizer Facilities in Poland
The project, worth PLN 1.3 billion, will boost production capacity by 50% by mid-2022, reducing fertilizer imports and creating 100 new jobs.
17 May 2019
OCI Melamine Plant Turnaround and CO2 Reduction
The plant undergoes a three-week maintenance involving 1,000 tasks and 500 workers. Key upgrades include an energy-efficient stripper to cut energy use and CO2 emissions, prioritizing safety throughout.
14 May 2019
Oxea Expands Isononanoic Acid Production in Germany
Oxea completed a debottlenecking project to boost isononanoic acid output, supporting synthetic lubricants market growth. Further capacity increases and a new plant are planned.
13 May 2019
ExxonMobil Expands Newport Plant
The Newport plant expansion doubles manufacturing capacity, adds 35 jobs, and boosts global Santoprene™ elastomer production by 25%, enhancing sustainability and efficiency.
13 May 2019
ExxonMobil Doubles Elastomer Capacity at Newport Plant
The Newport expansion boosts Santoprene™ elastomer capacity by 25%, creating 35 full-time jobs and supporting 130 construction jobs. Santoprene™ enhances fuel efficiency and sustainability.
11 May 2019
Grupa Azoty and Hyundai Engineering Sign EPC Contract for Polimery Police Project
The contract covers developing a new petrochemical complex, ensuring compliance with license agreements, obtaining necessary approvals, and conducting personnel training, with a budget of about EUR 1.5 billion.
9 May 2019
Evonik Restructures Polyamide Operations
New PA 12 facility and expanded transparent polyamide production at Marl. Exiting PPA business in Witten, transferring employees to Marl. €400M investment boosts PA 12 capacity by 50%.
6 May 2019
BOP Expands PP Capacity in Plock, Poland
PP capacity increased by 20% to 480,000 tons annually. Total polyolefin capacity now 900,000 tons. Investment includes logistics improvements, meeting rising demand and enhancing supply reliability.
2 May 2019
Covestro Expands Dormagen Coextrusion Lines
New production lines for polycarbonate films at Dormagen will be completed by end of 2020, creating 50+ jobs. The investment includes latest technology and aims to meet global demand and improve efficiency.
24 April 2019
ExxonMobil to Boost Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Output at Fawley Refinery
The Fawley refinery expansion will increase ultra-low sulfur diesel production by 45%, improve energy efficiency with a new hydrogen plant, and reduce the UK's diesel imports. Construction starts in late 2019.
8 April 2019
BASF SONATRACH Invests €10M in Tarragona PDH Plant
The investment will eliminate production bottlenecks, boosting annual capacity from 370,000 to 420,000 tons, driven by rising demand and aligning with recent strong economic performance.
28 March 2019
Merck Expands Biotech Manufacturing Capacity
€150M investment in Aubonne, Switzerland, for new building with advanced tech to boost production of biotech medicines, meeting global demand. Completion expected by 2023.
26 March 2019
Solvay to Boost European Hydroquinone Capacity by 20%
The capacity expansion in Saint-Fons, France, enhances supply security and meets rising demand for diphenol inhibitors. The project will be operational by Q2-2019.
20 March 2019
Hyundai Engineering Pre-Selected for Polimery Police Project
The Polimery Police project aims to boost Poland's polypropylene production, reducing imports and creating jobs. The project budget is capped at EUR 1.52bn, with completion expected by Q4 2022.
18 March 2019
Perstorp to Expand Pentaerythritol Capacity in Germany by May
The plant's capacity will increase by 12.5%, achieving ISCC PLUS certification. This supports the shift to renewable materials and ensures supply security for Pro-Environment Polyols.
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