All news (page 196)

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  21 March 2018

  Borealis Expands High Voltage Testing Centre in Sweden

  EUR 4 million investment enhances testing capabilities for medium to extra high voltage cables, boosting innovation and collaboration with customers and partners in the wire and cable industry.
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  19 March 2018

  MOL/JSR Synthetic Rubber Plant in Hungary Completed

  The new plant in Tiszaújváros will produce 60,000 tons of S-SBR annually, creating over 100 jobs. It supports MOL's strategy to expand its petrochemical value chain and invest in chemical growth.
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  9 March 2018

  SK Innovation Breaks Ground on EV Battery Plant in Hungary

  The new factory in Komárom will produce third-gen EV batteries, offering 500km range. Mass production starts in 2020, with a capacity of 7.5 GWh annually. Total investment: KRW 840.2 billion.
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  5 March 2018

  Ercros to Expand Vila-seca I Plant Capacity

  The expansion will add 26,000 t/year to the chlorine and caustic soda capacity, reaching 191,000 t/year by end of 2018, reinforcing its market leadership with 59% of Spain's production capacity.
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  28 February 2018

  Trinseo Opens S-SBR Pilot Plant and Expands Capacity in Schkopau

  The new facility addresses rising S-SBR demand and faster tire innovation. It boosts global production by 33%, supports local employment, and underscores a commitment to research and development.
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  22 February 2018

  LANXESS Boosts Macrolex Dye Capacity in Leverkusen

  The expansion will increase production by 25% to meet rising global demand, especially in Asia, and stricter regulations. It also signifies a commitment to the Leverkusen site and will create new jobs.

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  20 February 2018

  Lubrizol Boosts Global TPU Capacity

  Expanding production in Europe, North America, and China, the company aims to meet rising demand for high-performance, sustainable materials with ongoing investments in elastomers, aliphatics, and adhesives.
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  19 February 2018

  Poligal Launches New Plant in Poland

  The new plant in Skarbimierz features a 5-layer extrusion line, boosting production by 40,000 tonnes/year. It aims to enhance service in Central Europe and support growth and innovation.
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  16 February 2018

  Consortium Secures Initial Funding for Rotterdam Waste-to-Chemistry Project

  The project will convert 360,000 tons of waste into 220,000 tons of methanol, supported by Dutch authorities. Final investment decision expected in 2018, with Rabobank as lead advisor.
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  14 February 2018

  Sasol Boosts Alumina Production Capacity

  The expansion at Brunsbüttel adds 15,000 tons of alumina hydrate capacity annually. New units, including drum and spray dryers, were commissioned, with further expansions planned in the US and Germany.
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  14 February 2018

  Evonik Opens New PA 12 Powder Plant in Marl

  The new facility boosts PA 12 powder production by 50%, targeting high-growth markets like 3-D printing and coatings, enhancing product performance and supporting customer growth.
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  14 February 2018

  INOVYN Expands VCM and ECU Capacity in Norway

  The project will boost VCM and ECU capacity, enhancing supply to vinyls and caustic soda customers. Wood is the EPCM contractor for VCM, with completion expected by Q3 2019.
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  13 February 2018

  AkzoNobel and Evonik Launch Chlorine and Potassium Hydroxide Plant

  The new plant in Germany uses advanced membrane electrolysis to produce chlorine, potassium hydroxide, and hydrogen, enhancing sustainability, efficiency, and reducing CO2 emissions by 25-30%.
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  8 February 2018

  Kraton Expands SYLVATRAXX™ Production in France

  The Niort plant will boost SYLVATRAXX™ additive production by 20% by Q4 2018 to meet rising tire industry demand, driven by safety, fuel economy, and sustainability needs.
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  30 January 2018

  Solvay invests €6 million in Rheinberg site for new flue gas treatment line

  The investment will expand sodium bicarbonate production, enabling delivery of SOLVAir® SB 0/3 for reducing industrial emissions. The project aligns with sustainability goals and is co-funded by the German government.
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  29 January 2018

  Solvay Invests €6M in Rheinberg Site Expansion

  The investment will expand sodium bicarbonate production, aiding industries in meeting environmental regulations. The project, co-funded by the German government, aligns with sustainability goals.
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  25 January 2018

  Kaneka Expands Polyolefin Foam Production in Belgium

  Investment of JPY 2 billion will boost production by 50%, driven by strong demand for lightweight, impact-resistant materials in the automotive sector, especially for electric vehicles.
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  23 January 2018

  Aquafil and Genomatica Partner for Sustainable Bio-Nylon

  The partnership aims to produce sustainable caprolactam for nylon using plant-based ingredients, offering eco-friendly, high-performance alternatives for apparel, carpets, and fibers without process changes.
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  23 January 2018

  Shell and ITM to Build Hydrogen Plant at Rhineland Refinery

  The world's largest hydrogen electrolysis plant, "Refhyne," will be operational by 2020, producing 1,300 tons of hydrogen annually using surplus electricity instead of natural gas.
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  22 January 2018

  Yara Advances Rare Earth Elements Extraction

  The EU Horizon 2020 program funds a project to extract rare earth elements from phosphate used in fertilizer, aiming to reduce Europe's reliance on imports and enhance resource utilization.
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  22 January 2018

  ARLANXEO to Boost Chloroprene Rubber Production in Dormagen

  Production capacity in Dormagen will increase to 70,000 tons per year by Q1 2019, driven by strong global demand, especially in Asia. The expansion includes new reactors and process optimization.
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  18 January 2018

  Evonik and Siemens to Produce Specialty Chemicals from CO2 and Renewable Electricity

  The Rheticus project uses electrolysis and fermentation to convert CO2 into specialty chemicals, aiming for cost-effective, eco-friendly production. A test plant will start by 2021 in Marl, Germany.
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  17 January 2018

  SGL Group Expands Specialty Graphite Production for Automotive Industry

  Demand for specialty graphite in automotive applications is rising. A €25M investment will expand production by 2020. Key projects include components for vacuum pumps and brake boosters.
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  16 January 2018

  Solvay Unveils Energy-Efficient Turbine at Italian Soda Ash Plant

  The new turbine boosts production capacity and competitiveness at the Rosignano soda ash plant, enhancing supply reliability and quality for global markets.
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  12 January 2018

  CAC Secures Contract to Build Crystallization Plant for Ciech

  CAC will handle all phases of constructing a crystallization plant in Stassfurt, integrating it into the existing complex. The plant will produce 110,000 tonnes of pharmaceutical-grade sodium bicarbonate annually.
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  12 January 2018

  Synvina Extends PEF Pilot Phase in Antwerp

  The pilot phase extension aims to optimize FDCA production for PEF. Technical improvements are needed, delaying the Reference Plant startup by 24-36 months, now expected in 2023-2024.
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  10 January 2018

  Indorama Expands European Leadership with ZILS Acquisition

  The new owners will start maintenance in January 2018, increasing the workforce by 10%. Production begins in the second half of 2018, with 80% for Europe and Turkey, and 20% for the Americas and Middle East.
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  3 January 2018

  Jacobs to Conduct Engineering Study for Borealis Plant in Belgium

  Jacobs will complete a FEED study for a new PDH plant in Kallo, Belgium, targeting 740 kilotons annual capacity. The study, covering both inside and outside battery limits, ends mid-2018.
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  1 January 2018

  Chimcomplex Completes Purchase of Valcea Chemical Platform

  The acquisition of Oltchim SA's assets in Ramnicu Valcea, worth 589.3 million lei plus VAT, was fully paid, finalizing the ownership transfer on December 8, 2018.
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  1 January 2018

  Brochures for FDI in Le Havre

  Brochures provide insights on SYNERZIP Le Havre and highlight five reasons to invest in the Le Havre area.