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5 August 2015
Carburos Metálicos' HYCO Plant in Tarragona Achieves 700 Days of Continuous Operation
The HYCO plant has operated non-stop for 700 days, supplying hydrogen to Repsol. It highlights high efficiency, reliability, and significant production capacity, certified with ISO 9001:2008.
1 July 2015
Solvay Begins HDS Production for Energy-Efficient Tires in Poland
The new plant in Wloclawek, Poland, will produce 85,000 tons of HDS annually, creating over 100 jobs and enhancing tire performance and fuel efficiency.
1 July 2015
Evonik Boosts C4 Production Capacity
New plants in Antwerp and Marl increase capacities for butadiene, Isononanol, and MTBE, meeting rising global demand and supporting customer growth with sustainable raw material supply.
23 June 2015
BASF Launches Pilot Plant for PU-Aerogel Insulating Panels
The new pilot plant produces SLENTITE® PU-aerogel panels, offering high-performance insulation with minimal space requirements, excellent moisture regulation, and design flexibility.
20 June 2015
GFBiochemicals Begins Levulinic Acid Production
The new 10,000 MT/a plant in Caserta, Italy, is now the world's largest for levulinic acid, offering lower prices and new market opportunities. The milestone was achieved on schedule.
11 June 2015
Solvay Starts Alkoxylation Production in Europe and Asia
New alkoxylation plants in the Netherlands and Singapore are operational, enhancing supply for specialty surfactants in agrochemicals, coatings, home care, industrial, and oil and gas markets.
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4 June 2015
New Partners Join Waste-to-Chemicals Consortium
The consortium aims to convert waste into chemicals using proven technology, with plans to establish Europe's first plant. The study results will be published later this year.
29 May 2015
Bayer's New CO2-Based Plastics Line in Dormagen
A new production line in Germany will use CO2 to produce polyols for polyurethane foam. The plant aims for 5,000 metric tons annually, reducing reliance on petroleum and advancing sustainable materials.
4 May 2015
Repsol to Build Metallocene Polyethylene Plant
Construction starts in June at Tarragona. The plant uses Chevron Phillips Chemical’s technology. A planned shutdown will be split to maintain production. Safety is prioritized.
20 April 2015
CB&I Secures Contract for Afipsky Oil Refinery Project in Russia
The contract includes engineering and procurement for new process units, including a hydrocracker, hydrogen, and sulfur units. This follows the successful delivery of front-end engineering and design.
17 April 2015
Air Liquide Launches Hydrogen Unit in Germany
The new unit at Chempark Dormagen produces 22,000 tonnes of hydrogen and 120,000 tonnes of carbon monoxide annually, supplying Bayer's TDI plant and other customers via a 600 km pipeline.
10 April 2015
Tessenderlo Group Invests €50 Million in PC Loos Site
The investment will fund a new membrane electrolysis plant, replacing mercury electrolysis, and support re-entry into the potassium hydroxide market by Q3 2015, enhancing site development.
27 March 2015
Grupa Azoty's Largest Project
A €425M project will build Europe's largest PDH unit, a power plant, and expand port facilities, boosting revenue by €500M annually and creating 200 permanent jobs. Completion expected by 2019.
10 March 2015
CIECH Expands Soda and Salt Production in Poland
CIECH boosts soda capacity by 60,000 tonnes and increases dry salt output to 1.7 tonnes/day, investing PLN 342 million to enhance competitiveness and meet market demand.
5 March 2015
Perstorp Launches New Oxo Plant in Sweden
The new plant in Stenungsund boosts Oxo capacity by 150,000 tonnes/year, enhancing reliability and integration for plasticizers, lubricants, adhesives, and surfactants.
20 February 2015
ThyssenKrupp Secures Contract for Hungarian Fertilizer Plant Expansion
A new 1,150 ton/day nitric acid plant will be built in Pétfürdö, Hungary, with completion in 2017. The project includes engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning.
13 February 2015
ChemCom Industries Invests €4.2M in New Fertilizer Facility in Delfzijl
The new facility will produce raw materials for high-performance fertilizers. The project, supported by a €800,000 subsidy, aims to secure existing jobs and foster strategic partnerships.
9 February 2015
MOL Group and Transpetrol Complete Reconstruction of Friendship I/Adria Pipeline
The pipeline's capacity was increased from 3.5 to 6 million tons annually, enhancing energy security for Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. The project cost USD 80 million and took less than a year.
6 February 2015
Indorama Expands PTA Plant in Rotterdam
The PTA plant's capacity will increase from 350 to 600 kilotonnes per year with a new RTO unit. PET recycling technology is also being developed, enhancing production capacity significantly.
4 February 2015
Styrolution Launches SBC Pilot Plant
The new Antwerp SBC pilot plant enhances R&D, supports daily operations, and aids in developing specialty styrenics, offering customers efficient material testing and faster product development.
22 January 2015
Solvay Expands Hydrogen Peroxide Production in Netherlands
A new facility in Linne-Herten will produce Hydrogen Peroxide grades for pharmaceuticals, driven by EU regulations. Completion is set for July 2015, adhering to GMP standards.
20 January 2015
Poligal Invests 30 Million Euros in New BOPP Line in Poland
The new plant in Poland will feature an 8.7m wide 5-layer BOPP line, operational by Q3 2016, enhancing competitiveness in label films and specialty applications, with further metallization options.
16 December 2014
Fluor Starts Construction on ExxonMobil Antwerp Refinery Project
Fluor is building a delayed coker unit in Antwerp to convert heavy oils into fuel. The project includes design, engineering, procurement, and construction, leveraging modular execution for efficiency.
10 December 2014
Boliden Kokkola Opens Silver Recovery Plant
The new plant in Finland, a SEK 250 million investment, will produce 25 tonnes of silver annually, enhancing profitability and raw material efficiency.
10 December 2014
Evonik Launches New Units for Crosslinking Activators
New units produce TAC and TAICROS® for enhanced plastics and rubber. Benefits include improved solar panel protection, faster lamination, and increased aging resistance in automotive materials.
5 December 2014
OMV Completes Butadiene Plant Upgrade in Austria
The upgraded plant now produces 60,000 tonnes/year of butadiene, completed on time and under budget. A new butadiene plant in Germany is set to be commissioned in Q2 2015.
12 November 2014
Woikoski Opens New Hydrogen Plant in Kokkola
The new plant has three hydrogen production lines and a filling station, supplying Freeport Cobalt. CTS Engtec managed engineering, integration, and project management, utilizing a 3D data model.
10 November 2014
Solvay Opens New ETFBO Synthesis Plant in Bad Wimpfen
The new plant, integrated into an existing building, has a 1,000-ton annual capacity. The €5M investment expands the range of organic synthesis building blocks, focusing on CF3 chemistry.
22 October 2014
BorsodChem Upgrades to Eco-Friendly Chlorine Technology
The company is replacing its mercury-based chlorine unit with a membrane plant by Dec 2017. A new 8000 m3 caustic soda tank will be operational from Jan 2015 to ensure stable supplies.
13 October 2014
Repsol-SK Launch Cartagena Base Oil Plant
The new Cartagena plant, Europe's largest, produces 630,000 tons of high-quality base lubricants annually. Built with a €250M investment, it meets ISO 9001 standards and supports Euro VI engines.
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