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22 February 2013
Clariant Opens AMPS Polymers Plant in Tarragona
The new plant in Tarragona, a EUR 16 million investment, creates 32 jobs, uses modern technology for lower energy consumption, and produces specialty polysulfonates for various industrial applications.
15 February 2013
EU Launches Initiative to Boost Low Carbon Industry
The EU's LOCIMAP project aims to enhance Europe's low carbon industrial base by integrating manufacturing complexes for higher efficiency and lower emissions, addressing energy and regulatory challenges.
1 February 2013
New CO2 Recycling Plant in Industriepark Höchst
A €5 million investment will recycle 28,000 tons of CO2 annually, reducing emissions and producing high-purity CO2 for various industries, including food and welding, at Industriepark Höchst.
12 November 2012
UPM Lays Foundation for Wood-Based Renewable Diesel Biorefinery
The biorefinery will produce 120M liters of renewable diesel annually, creating jobs for 200 during construction and 200 during operation. It marks a significant investment in Finland's forest industry.
15 October 2012
Styron Opens New SSBR Production Line in Schkopau for Tire Industry
The new line adds 50,000 metric tons capacity, supporting global tire customers. Built on time and budget, it meets rising demand for high-performance, sustainable tires with advanced SSBR technology.
10 October 2012
Novasep Invests €30M in New API Plant in France
The new plant in Mourenx, France, will be operational in 18 months, featuring advanced chromatography and solvent recovery systems to meet rising demand for highly purified APIs.
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4 October 2012
Evonik Unveils Biofuel Component in Germany
Bio-MTBE, a biofuel component made from isobutene and biomethanol, boosts fuel biocontent and reduces carbon footprint without competing with food production.
6 September 2012
BASF Expands Methanesulfonic Acid Production in Ludwigshafen
The plant extension boosts capacity to 30,000 tonnes/year, creating 12 jobs. Lutropur® aids efficient processes, saves energy, and is eco-friendly. New plant planned in Malaysia with PETRONAS.
6 September 2012
BASF to Build Specialty Zeolite Plant in Germany
The new plant will boost production of specialty zeolites for emissions catalysts and other sectors, creating 19 jobs. It supports stricter emissions standards and enhances production efficiency.
6 September 2012
Evonik Begins Construction of New Marl Chemical Plant
The new plant will produce functionalized polybutadienes for sealing compounds and adhesives, creating 15 jobs. It leverages existing infrastructure and supports resource efficiency and industrial growth.
5 September 2012
Saltend Chemicals Park Celebrates Milestones and Rebranding
Saltend Chemicals Park has invested £500M in infrastructure, enhancing its multi-operator status and promoting further investment, with new facilities and a focus on renewable technologies.
4 July 2012
BASF to Build Butadiene Plant in Antwerp
The new plant will produce 155,000 metric tons annually by 2014, addressing butadiene supply shortages and rising demand. It will create 15-20 jobs and enhance site integration, reducing logistics needs.
28 June 2012
Vivergo's €435m Bioethanol Plant Nears Completion
The plant will produce 420M liters of ethanol and 500,000 tonnes of animal feed annually, using 1.1M tonnes of local wheat. It will cut GHG by 50% and support 1,080 jobs, with a strong local economic impact.
17 May 2012
ASESA's HE-Cogeneration Plant in Tarragona
The plant generates 14.25 MWh, exports 11 MWh, and reduces CO2 emissions by 21,500 tons annually. ASESA also cut fuel consumption by 9%, reducing CO2 by 4,500 tons yearly.
22 March 2012
GSK to Invest £500m in New UK Biopharmaceutical Facility
The investment will create up to 1,000 jobs, boost the UK life-sciences sector, and enhance production at sites in Scotland. The new facility in Ulverston will focus on biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
6 February 2012
AkzoNobel Expands Global MCA Capacity
AkzoNobel boosts MCA production at Delfzijl and Taixing plants to over 100,000 MT/year each, enhancing competitiveness and sustainability in key markets like agrochemicals and surfactants.
20 January 2012
Novamont and Genomatica Form JV for European BDO Plant
The JV will convert an Adria, Italy facility to produce 40 million pounds of BDO annually from renewable feedstocks, with production starting in 2013. A second plant using biomass sugars is planned.
19 December 2011
Neste Oil Opens Europe's Largest Renewable Diesel Refinery in Rotterdam
The Rotterdam refinery produces premium NExBTL renewable diesel, employs 150 people, and can produce 800,000 metric tons annually, reducing greenhouse gases by over 1.5 million tons each year.
26 October 2011
Wilton Site PET Expansion Approved
The UK Government and KP Chemical support a new 200 ktpa PET plant at Wilton, operational by Q3/4 2013, enhancing capacity and product range, including recycled PET resins. Local MP endorses the project.
25 October 2011
BASF Launches Xemium® Production Plant in Ludwigshafen
The new plant addresses rising demand for crop protection, creates 23 jobs, and features a flexible design. Xemium, a new fungicide, boosts crop yields and quality, with global registration underway.
26 September 2011
LANXESS Expands Dutch Operations
Investing EUR 12M, the company will convert 50% of its EPDM production to Keltan ACE technology, set up a new headquarters, and produce bio-based EPDM rubber by year-end.
9 June 2011
Solvay Expands FOMBLIN-Y® and GALDEN® Production Capacity
The expansion in Spinetta Marengo, Italy, will be completed by end of 2012 with a EUR 15 million investment to meet growing demand for PFPE used in industrial lubrication and semiconductor applications.
9 May 2011
DSM and Roquette to launch bio-based succinic acid plant in 2012
The plant will produce 10 kilotons/year of bio-based succinic acid, offering a renewable alternative to fossil feedstocks. It will use a yeast-based fermentation process, improving eco-footprint and efficiency.
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.
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.
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