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15 February 2023
Grupa Azoty's Polimery Police Plant Nears Completion
The new plant in Police, Poland, is 99% complete. It will produce phthalate-free, low-volatile polypropylene for various industries. Key permits and registrations are finalized, marking the project's final phase.
13 January 2023
INEOS Oligomers' Cologne Site Earns EFfCI GMP Certification
The Cologne site achieved EFfCI GMP certification for isohexadecane and isododecane, ensuring quality and safety in cosmetic ingredients.
21 December 2022
Dutch State Supports Air Liquide's Electrolyzer Projects in Terneuzen and Rotterdam
The Dutch State backs two 200 MW electrolyzer projects producing 30,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen annually, cutting over 5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions, aiding decarbonization and clean mobility.
6 October 2022
North Sea Pipelines NOGAT and NGT Certified for Green Hydrogen Transport
The pipelines received certification for green hydrogen transport, ensuring suitability and safety. This supports the energy transition by reusing existing infrastructure, reducing costs and environmental impact.
6 October 2022
Lhyfe to Develop 200 MW Green Hydrogen Plant in Delfzijl
Delfzijl's access to offshore wind power supports green hydrogen production, aiding decarbonization and easing grid congestion. The project awaits licenses, permissions, and financial decisions.
5 October 2022
EU approves €292.5m Italian RRF grant for STMicroelectronics' Catania SiC wafer plant
First industrial-scale integrated SiC epiwafer line in Europe (due 2026), boosting supply security and green/digital transition; tied to priority orders, R&D and profit-sharing.
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5 October 2022
EU Approves Funding for Salzgitter AG's Low-CO2 Steel Production
The EU Commission approved state aid for a low-CO2 steelmaking program, enabling up to €1 billion in national funding. The first development stage aims for completion by 2025, reducing emissions by 95%.
22 June 2022
Lamor and Resiclo to Build Chemical Recycling Plant in Finland
The plant in Porvoo will recycle 10,000 tons of plastic annually, aiming for 40,000 tons by 2026. Construction starts in 2022, with operations in 2023. Total investment is EUR 12 million.
9 June 2022
INEOS Olefins Belgium Receives Permit for Project ONE in Antwerp
The permit allows construction of Europe's most sustainable steam cracker, reducing CO2 emissions significantly. The project will create 450 direct jobs and aims for climate neutrality within 10 years.
2 June 2022
AGROFERT to Acquire Borealis' Nitrogen Business in Europe
The acquisition includes fertilizer, melamine, and technical nitrogen products, valued at EUR 810 million. The deal awaits regulatory approval and is expected to close in the second half of 2022.
31 May 2022
LANXESS to Acquire DSM Elastomers for EUR 310 Million
The acquisition, valued at an EBITDA multiple of 6, will be EPS accretive by 2011. The deal includes EPDM plants in the Netherlands and Brazil, pending antitrust approval and employee consultation.
12 May 2022
Explosion at Melamin Chemical Factory in Slovenia
Over 20 injured, 2 severely, and 5 missing after an explosion. Fire contained, building damaged. Facility is a major regional employer, producing resins. Worst industrial fire in Slovenia recently.
26 January 2022
LANXESS boosts Preventol CMK production by 50% in Germany
The expansion addresses rising demand for disinfectants and industrial preservation, driven by increased hygiene awareness and biosecurity needs in agriculture, human health, and industrial applications.
25 January 2022
Isopropanol Plant Expansion Nears Completion in Roussillon
The isopropanol plant expansion will be completed by Q1 2022, increasing capacity by 70% to 120 Kt/year. Energy consumption will drop 66%, cutting CO2 emissions by 10 Kt annually.
9 November 2021
Bayer to Start Nifedipine Production in Asturias
The Asturias plant will produce Nifedipine, moving production from Germany. The new line, approved in February, will be operational by end of 2021, with key officials attending the commissioning.
20 July 2021
INEOS Olefins Belgium Submits Environmental Permit for Eco-Friendly Steam Cracker in Antwerp
The steam cracker will produce ethylene with significantly lower carbon emissions, aiming for climate neutrality within 10 years, and will undergo a 30-day public consultation once the permit is complete.
14 July 2021
EU Approves PKN Orlen's Acquisition of Grupa Lotos with Conditions
The EU's approval is conditional on commitments to ensure market competition, including divestitures and infrastructure access, to prevent higher prices and reduced choices in Poland and Czechia.
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.
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.
27 April 2021
Repsol, Enerkem, and Agbar to Build Waste-to-Chemicals Plant in Spain
The plant will process 400,000 tons of waste to produce 220,000 tons of methanol, reducing CO2 emissions by 200,000 tons. It will be operational by 2025 and has received necessary environmental approvals.
2 June 2020
Environmental Permit for Evonik Peroxide Netherlands
Permit granted for storage and transshipment of transport containers at location 4, Oosterhorn industrial area, Farmsum. Facility produces 65,000 tons of H2O2 and 7,700 m3 of hydrogen per hour.
14 May 2020
MosaHYc Hydrogen Pipeline Project Launched
MosaHYc will convert 70 km of pipelines for hydrogen transport, supporting green initiatives in Germany, France, and Luxembourg, and fostering a cross-border hydrogen market in Europe.
10 March 2020
Borealis Begins Renewable Polypropylene Production in Belgium
Borealis uses Neste's renewable feedstock to produce certified renewable polypropylene in Belgium, advancing circular economy goals and collaborating with partners like Henkel for sustainable packaging.
31 January 2020
BASF Acquires Solvay's Polyamide Business
The acquisition enhances BASF's polyamide capabilities, supply reliability, and market access in Asia and the Americas. It includes production sites, R&D centers, and joint ventures, adding 700 employees.
16 November 2019
Sunoil Biodiesel Acquires Kampen Plant
Sunoil will restart production at the bankrupt Kampen plant, initially with five employees, potentially growing to 15. The deal awaits ACM approval, with financial details undisclosed.
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.
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.
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.
4 February 2019
INEOS Urges Government to Revise Shale Seismic Policy
INEOS criticizes UK's shale seismic limit as too low, risking manufacturing. Calls for policy change to boost energy self-sufficiency and economic growth.
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