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1 April 2011
Evonik Opens Isobutene Plant in Antwerp
The new facility in Antwerp produces 110,000 metric tons of high-purity isobutene annually, tripling capacity. The process is eco-friendly, enhancing efficiency and flexibility in C4 production.
11 February 2011
Kemira to Build Coagulant Plants in Germany and Spain
The EUR 40 million investment will utilize HCl from Bayer's polyurethane production for water treatment. Existing plants in the Netherlands and Spain will be restructured, with minimal personnel impact.
1 February 2011
BASF Expands Ecoflex Production
The expanded plant boosts Ecoflex capacity from 14,000 to 74,000 metric tons annually. Ecoflex and Ecovio are biodegradable plastics used in various applications, meeting growing market demand.
14 January 2011
Messer Opens Oxygen Plant in Estonia
A new oxygen plant in Järvakandi produces 2,650 m³/hr for Owens-Illinois, reducing emissions and energy use with oxy-fuel technology, aiding sustainability and efficiency in glass production.
18 November 2010
Dow Corning and WACKER open Zhangjiagang integrated silicone site
China’s largest integrated silicone site: US$1.8B, 1 million m², joint siloxane and pyrogenic silica production to serve automotive, construction, electronics and personal-care markets.
24 June 2010
LANXESS Boosts Pigment Production
Investing EUR 20M to expand global capacities, LANXESS hit record monthly production in Germany. Their eco-friendly methods and compliance with strict regulations drive market share growth.
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21 June 2010
NIS Invests EUR 470m in Pancevo Refinery Modernization
EUR 397m will go to hydrocracking and hydroprocessing, EUR 70m to hydrogen production. Completion expected by Q3 2012, boosting refined oil to 4.8m tonnes/year and reducing pollution.
15 May 2010
LANXESS Opens R&D Center for NBR in France
The new center in La Wantzenau consolidates R&D for NBR, enhancing product innovation and global competitiveness. The site also focuses on sustainability, reducing energy costs by 90%.
6 May 2010
Messer Opens Largest CO2 Recovery Plant
The new plant in Zwijndrecht, Belgium, recovers 150,000 tons of CO2 annually from industrial waste gas for recycling.
30 March 2010
BOC Modernizes Teesside Facilities
A £600,000 grant will upgrade facilities, improve efficiency, and reduce emissions. The project protects 40 jobs and supports local businesses, aligning with regional green initiatives.
1 March 2010
Bayer MaterialScience to Build New TDI Plant in Dormagen
The new TDI plant in Dormagen will cost EUR 150 million, have a 300,000-ton capacity, and use innovative, energy-efficient technology. It aims to enhance regional competitiveness and job security.
27 January 2010
Nabaltec Launches ACTILOX CAHC Production Plant
The new plant in Schwandorf produces 10,000 metric tons of ACTILOX CAHC annually. This calcium aluminum hydrate carbonate aids in phasing out harmful PVC additives.
21 January 2010
Lanxess to Build Membrane Technology Plant in Germany
The new plant in Bitterfeld will develop membrane filtration technology for water treatment, creating 200 jobs. The project is backed by EUR 30 million investment and EUR 6 million state sponsorship.
14 January 2010
BASF Launches Trilon M Plant Ahead of Schedule
The new plant expansion for Trilon M, a sustainable chelating agent, increases global production capacity to 120,000 tonnes annually, meeting rising demand for eco-friendly cleaning solutions.
9 December 2009
Grace Expands Worms Facility for Polypropylene Catalyst Production
The Worms facility will expand to boost polypropylene catalyst production, starting construction in Q1 2010. The site, with 900 employees, is ISO 14001 certified and supports various industries.
17 September 2009
Arkema to Build CNT Pilot Plant in France
The 400 ton/year plant, starting in 2011, will use bio-sourced materials. Arkema has developed CNT applications in electronics, transport, and energy, ensuring safety and transparency.
29 July 2009
New Membrane Electrolysis Plants Operational in Gendorf and Knapsack
The conversion to membrane technology boosts chlorine capacity to 430,000 tonnes/year, enhances PVC raw material supply, and improves caustic soda delivery, increasing energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions.
29 July 2009
Vinnolit Completes Membrane Electrolysis Conversion
The conversion boosts chlorine capacity to 430,000 metric tonnes annually, enhances PVC raw material supply, and improves caustic soda delivery, while increasing energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions.
19 May 2009
BASF Expands Waterborne Coating Production in Würzburg
The Würzburg site boosts basecoat production by 30%, enhancing lab capacities and eco-friendly waterborne technology. The investment underscores its role as a key competence center.
13 March 2009
BASF Launches Neopor Plant in Ludwigshafen
The new plant produces 90,000 metric tons of Neopor annually, enhancing energy efficiency and CO2 reduction. It uses extrusion for better granule uniformity and flexibility in meeting market demands.
5 March 2009
BASF and Dow Complete Start-Up of HPPO Plant in Antwerp
The world's largest HPPO plant is now operational, offering significant economic and environmental benefits, including reduced wastewater, lower energy usage, and simplified raw material integration.
2 March 2009
Hexion to Build New Epoxy Facility in Esslingen for Wind Energy Market
The new 10,000 sqm facility will replace a smaller Stuttgart site, transferring 50 employees. It will produce epoxy resins for wind turbine blades, with potential for job growth and infrastructure improvements.
1 January 2009
Repsol Cartagena Refinery Upgrade
Fluor managed interfaces, engineering, procurement, and construction, adding 20 process units and 10 utility units, enhancing capacity to 220,000 BPD, meeting environmental standards, and boosting local labor.
3 October 2007
Air Liquide Opens Hydrogen Unit in Italy
The new unit in Priolo Gargallo will produce 220 million m3 of hydrogen annually, supplying two refineries for 15 years, reducing sulphur in gasoline and diesel. Investment: €45 million.
8 February 2007
France: Air Liquide and Total Launch CO2 Capture Project
The project involves using oxycombustion to capture and store CO2 in a former gas pool. Up to 150,000 tonnes will be injected over two years, starting November 2008. Air Liquide is also active in similar projects globally.
5 April 2006
CEPSA and Bio Oils to Build Biodiesel Plant in Huelva, Spain
The €40M plant will produce 200,000 tons of biodiesel annually, creating 35 jobs. It aims to reduce Spain's energy reliance and support renewable energy targets, operational by late 2007.
15 February 2006
Arkema invests $45M to convert Calvert City unit for HFC-32 production
Converting a Calvert City unit to produce HFC-32 refrigerant, with startup in 2007 to serve North America and enable the move to HFC refrigerant blends.
22 November 2005
INEOS to Double Biodiesel Output in France
Production capacity at Baleycourt will increase from 110,000 to 220,000 tonnes per year by 2008, supported by a new grain crushing and oil refining plant. Investment exceeds €70 million.
8 May 2005
BASF Expands Ecoflex® Production Capacity
A new plant in Germany will nearly double Ecoflex® production to 6,000 metric tons annually. The biodegradable plastic is used in blends for bags, mulching film, and food packaging.
4 April 2005
GE Opens Lexan Plant in Cartagena
The new plant in Murcia produces 130,000 tons of Lexan resin annually, with 90% for export. It employs 250 people and is part of a 1.7 billion euro investment in the region. Future investments are planned.
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