Vioneo Partners with Lummus for Fossil-Free Polypropylene Plant
- The plant in Antwerp will have a capacity of 200KTA.
- It will use 100% segregated green propylene and ethylene.
- The facility aims to be CO2 negative and reduce Scope 3 emissions.
- Vioneo is owned by A.P. Moller Holding.
Project Overview
A new plant in Antwerp, Belgium, will utilize Lummus Technology's Novolen® polypropylene technology to produce fossil-free plastics. This facility will be part of a larger complex aiming to be the world's first industrial-scale fossil-free plastics production site, using green methanol as a base.
Technological Approach
The plant will operate with a capacity of 200KTA, using 100% segregated green propylene and ethylene as feedstock. The production process will be highly electrified, relying on renewable electricity and renewable hydrogen, ensuring a low-emissions operation.
Environmental Impact
The facility aims to produce fully traceable, CO2-negative plastics, offering a direct drop-in replacement for fossil-based alternatives. This approach will help customers reduce their Scope 3 emissions, contributing to a more sustainable plastics economy.
Collaboration and Support
Lummus Technology will provide the technology license, process design package, and support during the front-end engineering design phase, along with catalyst supply for ongoing operations. The project is backed by A.P. Moller Holding, which launched Vioneo in 2024 to transform plastics production and reduce the carbon footprint associated with it.
Source: Vioneo