All news (page 152)

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  17 September 2019

  Evonik Breaks Ground on New Polyamide 12 Complex in Marl

  The new complex will expand PA 12 capacity by over 50%, with startup in 2021. The €400M investment supports growth in markets like 3D printing and automotive, leveraging advanced technologies.
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  17 September 2019

  ExxonMobil Invests £140M in Fife Ethylene Plant

  The £140M investment will upgrade infrastructure, improve reliability, reduce flaring impact, and support 850 local jobs. This follows recent expansions at Fawley and Newport plants.
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  11 September 2019

  Merz and Oncotec Invest in Dessau BioPharmaPark

  Merz opens a new filler plant, while Oncotec unveils a robot-controlled filling line and visual inspection system, marking significant investments and expansions at Dessau BioPharmaPark.
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  10 September 2019

  EPC Builds Sodium Dimethyldithiocarbamate Plant in Volzsky, Russia

  The plant, commissioned in June 2019, produces 19,230 tons annually using patented variCARBAMATE technology, ensuring high-quality, eco-friendly, and economical production of carbamates for nickel extraction.
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  10 September 2019

  Borealis Breaks Ground on New PDH Plant in Belgium

  The new plant in Kallo will produce 750,000 metric tonnes of propylene annually, enhancing supply, efficiency, and sustainability. It will create 100 full-time jobs and boost the regional economy.
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  9 September 2019

  PKN ORLEN Adopts Honeywell Tech to Enhance Petrochemical Output

  The UOP MaxEne process boosts ethylene and aromatics production, enhancing naphtha molecule management and profitability for petrochemical operations in Poland.

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  5 September 2019

  RHI to Invest $1.2 Billion in Turkish Petrochemicals Plant

  The new plant in Ceyhan will produce 450,000 tonnes of polypropylene annually, reducing Turkey’s deficit by $450-$500 million. Operational by 2023, the contract was signed on November 28, 2018.
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  2 September 2019

  Clariant Completes Miscanthus Testing at Straubing Plant

  Tests confirm miscanthus can be converted into lignocellulosic sugars and ethanol, supporting sustainable bio-based products and circular bio-economy development.
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  27 August 2019

  Nouryon to Double Surfuctants Capacity in Sweden

  The €12M expansion in Stenungsund includes a new reactor, boosting production of sustainable technologies for oil, gas, lubricants, fuels, and asphalt, meeting growing demand for eco-friendly solutions.
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  21 August 2019

  Nouryon Expands Metal Alkyls Plant in Rotterdam

  The Rotterdam plant boosts capacity by 40%, automates raw material handling, and enhances safety. Recent investments improve efficiency, reliability, and reduce costs. Acquisition of Zhejiang Friend Chemical strengthens market position.
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  20 August 2019

  British Airways, Shell, and Velocys to Build UK Aviation Biofuel Plant

  A new UK plant will convert non-recyclable waste into sustainable aviation fuel, cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 70% and creating jobs, investment, and improved air quality.
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  18 August 2019

  MBA Polymers Acquires Recycling Plant in Saxony

  The new facility in Mauna will process 17,500 metric tons of WEEE annually, creating high-quality post-consumer plastics. Initial hiring includes 20 specialists in material flow and quality management.
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  14 August 2019

  LANXESS Expands Antioxidant Production at Brunsbüttel

  LANXESS invests in Brunsbüttel, enhancing tire production independence from Far East suppliers. Expansion supports local jobs and was completed accident-free.
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  9 August 2019

  CIECH Soda Romania to Halt Production Starting September 18, 2019

  Production halt due to a 135% steam price hike. Exploring new steam sources and severance packages for employees. Plant hibernation won't impact 2021 EBITDA target of over PLN 900 million.
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  8 August 2019

  Toyo Tire Opens First European R&D Center

  The new center in Germany will enhance product development for next-gen mobility, support a new tire plant in Serbia, and strengthen Toyo's global R&D network.
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  1 August 2019

  Röhm Becomes Independent Company

  Röhm targets global technology leadership in methacrylate chemicals with innovative production, strong market positions, and diverse applications, supported by Advent International's investment.
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  31 July 2019

  Fluor Secures FEED Contract for INEOS Plant in UK

  The new plant will produce 300,000 metric tons of vinyl acetate monomer annually. Fluor's early involvement aims to optimize cost and schedule, with design led by their Farnborough office.
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  30 July 2019

  Toyo Tire to Build New Plant in Serbia

  The new plant in Indijia City will produce high-value tires for Europe and Russia, leveraging IoT for efficient manufacturing. Operations start in January 2022, with a capacity of 5 million tires annually.
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  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.
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  16 July 2019

  Topsoe to Build Plant for CO2-Neutral Methanol from Biogas and Green Electricity

  A new plant will use eSMR Methanol™ technology to produce sustainable methanol from biogas and green electricity, aiming to match the cost of traditional fossil fuel-based methanol.
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  16 July 2019

  Toray to Build New Battery Separator Film Plant in Hungary

  The new facility in Hungary will boost BSF production by 20%, meeting rising demand from EVs and consumer electronics, aligning with Toray's strategy of local production for local consumption.
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  15 July 2019

  OMV to Build Isobutene Unit at Burghausen

  The new unit will start in September 2020, producing high-purity isobutene using innovative, energy-efficient technology developed with BASF, integrated into the existing metathesis plant.
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  11 July 2019

  INEOS Phenol to Build Major Cumene Unit in Marl, Germany

  The new 750,000-tonne unit will optimize efficiency using existing pipelines and the Marl harbor. It will secure raw material supply for decades and support long-term customer needs.
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  11 July 2019

  Oxea to Boost TCD Alcohol Production

  Oxea will expand TCD Alcohol capacity in Oberhausen, Germany, by the second half of 2021 to meet market demand, enhancing supply reliability for applications in optoelectronics, packaging, and more.
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  9 July 2019

  Trinseo, INEOS Styrolution, and Agilyx to Build Polystyrene Recycling Plant in Europe

  The new plant will process 50 tons/day of post-consumer polystyrene, using advanced depolymerization technology to recycle it into its original monomer, supporting EU recycling goals.
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  8 July 2019

  BASF Launches Foil Coating Plant in Münster

  The new plant uses innovative coating technology to enhance foils, extending the life of photovoltaics and exploring applications in OLED displays and thin-film batteries.
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  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.
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  5 July 2019

  Oxea Expands Production with New Carboxylic Acids Plant in Germany

  A new plant in Oberhausen will double isononanoic acid capacity and boost carboxylic acids production by 30%. A logistics hub in Asia will support market growth.
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  1 July 2019

  Thann Site Joins Vynova, Strengthening Potassium Derivatives Leadership

  The Thann site in France, with 235 employees, integrates into Vynova, enhancing synergies and expanding production capabilities in potassium derivatives and fine chemicals. Vynova now operates six sites in Europe.
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  29 June 2019

  Grupa LOTOS EFRA Project's Key Unit Reaches Ready For Start-Up Phase

  The Delayed Coking Unit at the Gdansk refinery is ready for commissioning, promising higher efficiency, cleaner production, and increased refining margins. Employee training and job creation are ongoing.