All news (page 169)

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  17 April 2015

  Air Liquide Launches Hydrogen Unit in Germany

  The new unit at Chempark Dormagen produces 22,000 tonnes of hydrogen and 120,000 tonnes of carbon monoxide annually, supplying Bayer's TDI plant and other customers via a 600 km pipeline.
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  16 April 2015

  Total's Refining Strategy: Upgrading Donges, Transforming La Mède

  Investing €600M to upgrade Donges and transform La Mède into a biorefinery, ensuring long-term profitability and adapting to market trends without layoffs or forced relocations.
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  10 April 2015

  Tessenderlo Group Invests €50 Million in PC Loos Site

  The investment will fund a new membrane electrolysis plant, replacing mercury electrolysis, and support re-entry into the potassium hydroxide market by Q3 2015, enhancing site development.
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  10 April 2015

  Messer Invests in New Air Separation Unit in Slovenia

  A €15M air separation unit in Slovenia will create 20 jobs, supply oxygen to Knauf, and reduce emissions. The plant will produce nitrogen, oxygen, and argon for various industries.
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  4 April 2015

  BASF Boosts Specialty Amines Capacity in Ludwigshafen

  Investing millions, BASF expands specialty amines production to meet European demand, enhancing its global network. The expansion includes new plants in Germany and China, operational by 2017.
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  1 April 2015

  INVISTA Begins European Production of TERRIN™ Polyols

  Production of TERRIN™ polyols in Vlissingen, Netherlands, offers Europe sustainable, cost-effective polyurethane solutions. Showcased at Urethanes Technology Europe exhibition, April 14-16, Maastricht.

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  27 March 2015

  Grupa Azoty's Largest Project

  A €425M project will build Europe's largest PDH unit, a power plant, and expand port facilities, boosting revenue by €500M annually and creating 200 permanent jobs. Completion expected by 2019.
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  19 March 2015

  Reym Acquires CLD in Delfzijl

  Reym plans to use the 6-hectare site for its Delfzijl branch, training, and tech development. A Waste Processing Plant will be built with ATM, offering comprehensive services in Eemsdelta.
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  18 March 2015

  ArcelorMittal to Invest €88 Million in Germany

  €88 million will modernize and boost competitiveness at four German sites, focusing on Bremen, Duisburg, Eisenhüttenstadt, and Hamburg. Sustainability efforts and a report are also highlighted.
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  13 March 2015

  Shell Chemicals Enhances Wesseling Plant Efficiency

  Upgrades at the Wesseling plant have improved energy efficiency, increased production by 15%, and enhanced feedstock flexibility, making the facility more competitive.
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  11 March 2015

  Sappi to Build Nanocellulose Pilot Plant in the Netherlands

  The pilot plant will produce low-cost Cellulose NanoFibrils using proprietary technology, aiming for diverse applications. It will leverage renewable raw materials and benefit from local partnerships.
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  10 March 2015

  CIECH Expands Soda and Salt Production in Poland

  CIECH boosts soda capacity by 60,000 tonnes and increases dry salt output to 1.7 tonnes/day, investing PLN 342 million to enhance competitiveness and meet market demand.
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  5 March 2015

  Perstorp Launches New Oxo Plant in Sweden

  The new plant in Stenungsund boosts Oxo capacity by 150,000 tonnes/year, enhancing reliability and integration for plasticizers, lubricants, adhesives, and surfactants.
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  4 March 2015

  Talga to Build Graphene Plant in Germany

  The plant will cost under A$1M, produce 100-200 tpa of graphene, and is set for Q3 2015. German agencies offer incentives. Dr. Georg Hochwimmer appointed as Technical Manager.
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  3 March 2015

  WACKER Builds Specialty Monomer Plant in Burghausen

  The new plant will produce 3,800 metric tons of specialty monomers annually, enhancing supply security and meeting rising demand for high-quality polymeric binders. Completion is set for Q2 2015.
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  1 March 2015

  GFBiochemicals Launches Commercial Production of Levulinic Acid

  New management team with extensive industry experience joins to drive commercialization. Production starts Summer 2015 in Italy, scaling to 8,000 MT/yr by 2017.
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  20 February 2015

  ThyssenKrupp Secures Contract for Hungarian Fertilizer Plant Expansion

  A new 1,150 ton/day nitric acid plant will be built in Pétfürdö, Hungary, with completion in 2017. The project includes engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning.
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  16 February 2015

  Uhde Inventa-Fischer Secures Polyamide 6 Plant Contract

  The new plant in Tarnow, Poland, will produce 80,000 metric tons of polyamide 6 annually using a cost-effective, feedstock-saving process. The project includes engineering, equipment supply, and supervision.
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  13 February 2015

  ChemCom Industries Invests €4.2M in New Fertilizer Facility in Delfzijl

  The new facility will produce raw materials for high-performance fertilizers. The project, supported by a €800,000 subsidy, aims to secure existing jobs and foster strategic partnerships.
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  9 February 2015

  MOL Group and Transpetrol Complete Reconstruction of Friendship I/Adria Pipeline

  The pipeline's capacity was increased from 3.5 to 6 million tons annually, enhancing energy security for Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. The project cost USD 80 million and took less than a year.
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  6 February 2015

  Indorama Expands PTA Plant in Rotterdam

  The PTA plant's capacity will increase from 350 to 600 kilotonnes per year with a new RTO unit. PET recycling technology is also being developed, enhancing production capacity significantly.
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  4 February 2015

  Styrolution Launches SBC Pilot Plant

  The new Antwerp SBC pilot plant enhances R&D, supports daily operations, and aids in developing specialty styrenics, offering customers efficient material testing and faster product development.
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  3 February 2015

  PPG Expands Silica Production in Delfzijl

  Increasing silica production by 15,000 tons annually, PPG aims to meet rising global demand for Agilon performance silica, enhancing tire efficiency and industrial applications. Expansion completes in 2016.
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  22 January 2015

  Solvay Expands Hydrogen Peroxide Production in Netherlands

  A new facility in Linne-Herten will produce Hydrogen Peroxide grades for pharmaceuticals, driven by EU regulations. Completion is set for July 2015, adhering to GMP standards.
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  22 January 2015

  BASF to Expand Global PVP Production

  Investing €56M, BASF will boost PVP production by 6,000 metric tons across plants in Germany, USA, and China, targeting pharmaceutical, cosmetic, detergent, and food sectors.
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  20 January 2015

  Poligal Invests 30 Million Euros in New BOPP Line in Poland

  The new plant in Poland will feature an 8.7m wide 5-layer BOPP line, operational by Q3 2016, enhancing competitiveness in label films and specialty applications, with further metallization options.
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  1 January 2015

  MTBE Review 2014

  MTBE, a liquid with a low boiling point, is mainly used to boost petrol octane. It also serves in high-purity isobutylene production and as a specialty solvent in pharmaceuticals.
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  1 January 2015

  Akzo Nobel Skoghall Site Decommissioning and Remediation

  From 2011-2014, Reconsil managed the site's closure, including recycling, demolition, and hazardous waste handling. They continue overseeing environmental control and landfill capping.
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  25 December 2014

  Neftekhim Ltd. Launches Granulation Unit in Pavlodar

  The new unit will produce 47.8K tons of granulated polypropylene annually, with 60% for domestic use and the rest exported. Equipment and technology were supplied by Leistritz.
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  18 December 2014

  Yara Inaugurates New Pilot Plants in Porsgrunn

  A ceremony marked the launch of pilot plants focusing on efficiency, environmental impact, and R&D. Key speeches highlighted investments, emissions reduction, and the importance of land-based industry.