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27 July 2017
Evonik Expands Fumed Silica Capacity in Antwerp
The new facility will be operational by summer 2019, supporting growth in coatings, adhesives, and insulation markets. This aligns with Evonik's strategy to focus on specialty chemicals and balanced portfolios.
26 July 2017
Solvay Expands European Kitting Capacity for Composites
Doubling kitting capabilities in France will boost production of large composite parts, create 60 jobs, and enhance process control, reducing labor costs, production time, and waste.
18 July 2017
Avantium and AkzoNobel Sign Contract for Pilot Biorefinery in Delfzijl
The pilot plant will validate the Zambezi process to convert biomass into raw materials, aiming for commercial scale. Expected operational in Q2 2018, it will create about 20 jobs.
13 July 2017
Teijin Expands Twaron Production in the Netherlands
New spinning technology will boost aramid fiber capacity in Emmen by Q1 2019, meeting rising demand and enhancing automation, safety, and efficiency.
7 July 2017
Statoil, Vattenfall, Gasunie to Explore Hydrogen Conversion
The MoU aims to convert a Dutch gas plant to hydrogen, potentially cutting 4 million tons of CO2 annually. Feasibility studies and infrastructure needs are being assessed for a large-scale hydrogen value chain.
6 July 2017
Fresenius Kabi Expands Portugal Plant
Two new antibiotic production lines added, creating 80 jobs with a €17 million investment. The plant now spans 6,000 square meters and employs around 600 people.
5 July 2017
AkzoNobel Invests €20M to Boost Expancel Production
Expancel microspheres' demand rises in markets like food packaging and automotive. The expansion in Sweden will enhance global supply, supporting sustainable and innovative product development.
3 July 2017
Bilfinger to Build Industry 4.0 Testing Facility
A new facility in Frankfurt will enable realistic testing of Industry 4.0 applications, enhancing digitalization in the process industry by providing crucial process and diagnostic data for cloud applications.
30 June 2017
HAROPA Named Best European and Green Port
HAROPA won awards for Best Seaport in Europe and Best Green Port, recognized for efficient Asian market solutions and strong environmental initiatives, including multimodality and emission reduction.
27 June 2017
CARBIOS and TechnipFMC Partner on PET Enzymatic Biorecycling
The project aims to scale up an innovative process to recycle PET plastic waste into virgin PET, enhancing industrial competitiveness and supporting sustainable development.
27 June 2017
Kemira Launches Strength Resin Plant in Estella
The new plant in Estella produces high-efficiency strength resins for tissue, laminate, and packaging, meeting growing demand in Europe and the Middle East with advanced production technologies.
23 June 2017
Eramet Invests €34.5M to Upgrade Sandouville Plant
The Sandouville plant adapts to a new nickel matte supplier from Finland, completing a €34.5M process transformation. The facility will gradually restart, aiming for full production by 2018.
22 June 2017
Clariant Enhances R&D for Agricultural Solutions
A new R&D greenhouse at Clariant Innovation Center enables advanced testing for crop protection, management, and yield-enhancement, accelerating development and market readiness.
21 June 2017
BASF Expands Engineering Plastics Plant
The expanded plant in Schwarzheide boosts production by 70,000 tons annually, creating 50 jobs. It enhances flexibility and meets rising demand, especially in automotive and electronics sectors.
20 June 2017
QUARTERBACK for LIFE Wins 2017 VNCI Responsible Care Award
The QUARTERBACK for LIFE project converts crude glycerine into biogas, reducing CO2 emissions by 25% and enhancing energy efficiency through innovative anaerobic digestion and utility modifications.
19 June 2017
BASF Expands Tinopal® CBS Production in Switzerland
Investment in Monthey site boosts capacity for Tinopal® CBS, meeting rising global demand. Enhancements include state-of-the-art drying tower and automated packing line.
17 June 2017
DuPont Expands Axtra PHY Phytase Line in Europe
New Axtra PHY products offer European animal producers faster nutrient uptake, lower feed costs, and reduced environmental impact, with optimized dosing for poultry and swine.
16 June 2017
Takeda Completes New Manufacturing Facilities in Germany
The new facility in Oranienburg, costing 100M euros, will start by end-2017, creating 180 jobs. It enhances production for global markets, supported by German and Brandenburg subsidies.
13 June 2017
Nel ASA secures NOK 450 million power-to-gas deal with H2V PRODUCT
The agreement involves designing, constructing, and maintaining renewable hydrogen plants in France, aiming to inject hydrogen into natural gas pipelines, with potential expansion to 700 MW by 2025.
12 June 2017
INEOS Announces Major European Expansion
Plans include a new PDH unit and increased ethylene capacity at sites in Belgium, Scotland, and Norway, boosting self-sufficiency and supporting derivative businesses and polymer plants.
8 June 2017
EUR 25 Million Subsidy Granted for PEF Industry Consortium
A consortium of 11 companies received a EUR 25 million subsidy to establish a supply chain for bio-based FDCA and PEF, including a 50,000-ton plant in Antwerp, aiming to replace fossil-based packaging.
7 June 2017
H2V Product to Build Green Hydrogen Plant in Port-Jérôme, Creating 180 Jobs by 2022
The plant will use water electrolysis to produce hydrogen and methane, reducing CO2 emissions. Half of the €450M investment is for production equipment, aiming for technology transfer and future expansion.
2 June 2017
Linde Secures Contract for Russian Olefin Plant
Linde will supply an olefin plant in Nizhnekamsk, Tatarstan, with a capacity of 600,000 tonnes of ethylene annually, doubling in future. The plant will start operations in 2022.
2 June 2017
AkzoNobel Expands Micronutrient Capacity in Europe
€10M investment in Sweden to boost chelated micronutrient production, meeting rising demand due to poor soil conditions and population growth. Completion expected next year.
31 May 2017
Takeda to Build New Production Facility in Ireland
The new facility will expand Takeda's Grange Castle site, creating 40 jobs and producing NINLARO® for global markets. Construction starts June 2017, with operations beginning in late 2018.
31 May 2017
Kilfrost Boosts European Winter Readiness
A new plant in Antwerp will produce de- and anti-icing fluids, enhancing supply security and flexibility. This investment addresses past supply challenges and strengthens market position.
30 May 2017
Cambrex Expands Capacity and Adds Continuous Flow Technology in Sweden
The Karlskoga facility now has new reactors and a continuous flow unit, boosting production efficiency and flexibility for high purity intermediates, with completion expected by Q3 2017.
26 May 2017
Q8Oils Opens Advanced Blending Plant in Antwerp
The new plant, with a $100M investment, has a capacity of 125M litres, scalable to 250M. It features advanced facilities, excellent logistics, and stringent quality control, supporting growth in Europe.
23 May 2017
Chevron Phillips Expands Organosulfur Capacity in Belgium
The Tessenderlo plant increased Ethyl Mercaptan and Tetrahydrothiophene production by 65%. This expansion ensures a reliable global supply for various applications.
19 May 2017
Polynt and Reichhold Finalize Merger to Form Global Specialty Chemicals Group
The merger creates a €2 billion global specialty chemicals group with 44 plants worldwide, enhancing customer service and product quality. Investindustrial and Black Diamond are equal investors.
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