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1 July 2015
Solvay Begins HDS Production for Energy-Efficient Tires in Poland
The new plant in Wloclawek, Poland, will produce 85,000 tons of HDS annually, creating over 100 jobs and enhancing tire performance and fuel efficiency.
1 July 2015
Evonik Boosts C4 Production Capacity
New plants in Antwerp and Marl increase capacities for butadiene, Isononanol, and MTBE, meeting rising global demand and supporting customer growth with sustainable raw material supply.
23 June 2015
BASF Launches Pilot Plant for PU-Aerogel Insulating Panels
The new pilot plant produces SLENTITE® PU-aerogel panels, offering high-performance insulation with minimal space requirements, excellent moisture regulation, and design flexibility.
20 June 2015
GFBiochemicals Begins Levulinic Acid Production
The new 10,000 MT/a plant in Caserta, Italy, is now the world's largest for levulinic acid, offering lower prices and new market opportunities. The milestone was achieved on schedule.
16 June 2015
AkzoNobel and Evonik Form Chlorine/Potassium Hydroxide JV
The JV will build a membrane electrolysis plant in Germany by end-2017, producing 130,000 tons of potassium hydroxide and 82,000 tons of chlorine annually, enhancing sustainability and market positions.
12 June 2015
OCI N.V. to Acquire BioMCN
The acquisition includes a methanol plant in the Netherlands, enhancing OCI's European market presence. BioMCN's glycerin activities will continue separately.
11 June 2015
DSM Invests in Emmen: Jobs and Environmental Gains
A new capture system reduces emissions and reuses water, cutting energy and water consumption significantly. The investment supports sustainable employment and benefits the local environment.
11 June 2015
Solvay Starts Alkoxylation Production in Europe and Asia
New alkoxylation plants in the Netherlands and Singapore are operational, enhancing supply for specialty surfactants in agrochemicals, coatings, home care, industrial, and oil and gas markets.
9 June 2015
WACKER Opens Specialty Monomer Plant in Burghausen
The new plant produces 3,800 metric tons of specialty monomers annually, ensuring long-term supply for polymer powders. The €8 million investment strengthens market and cost positions.
4 June 2015
New Partners Join Waste-to-Chemicals Consortium
The consortium aims to convert waste into chemicals using proven technology, with plans to establish Europe's first plant. The study results will be published later this year.
2 June 2015
Kemira Opens Major Water Treatment Chemicals Plant in Spain
The new Tarragona plant produces aluminum and iron-based coagulants and AKD sizing agents. It integrates recycled materials and enhances supply reliability and logistics for the EMEA water treatment market.
29 May 2015
Bayer's New CO2-Based Plastics Line in Dormagen
A new production line in Germany will use CO2 to produce polyols for polyurethane foam. The plant aims for 5,000 metric tons annually, reducing reliance on petroleum and advancing sustainable materials.
18 May 2015
AstraZeneca to Invest $285M in New Biologics Facility in Sweden
The new facility in Södertälje will focus on protein therapeutics, create 150-250 jobs, and support clinical trials and commercial production by 2019, enhancing the local life sciences sector.
11 May 2015
Nippon Shokubai to Expand SAP and Build New AA Plant in Antwerp
The investment includes a 100,000 T/Y SAP plant expansion and a new 100,000 T/Y AA plant, enhancing supply stability and increasing global SAP capacity to 710,000 T/Y. Completion by May 2018.
4 May 2015
Repsol to Build Metallocene Polyethylene Plant
Construction starts in June at Tarragona. The plant uses Chevron Phillips Chemical’s technology. A planned shutdown will be split to maintain production. Safety is prioritized.
20 April 2015
CB&I Secures Contract for Afipsky Oil Refinery Project in Russia
The contract includes engineering and procurement for new process units, including a hydrocracker, hydrogen, and sulfur units. This follows the successful delivery of front-end engineering and design.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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