All news (page 129)

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  11 January 2023

  Chemours Invests $200M in France for Nafion™ Production to Boost Clean Hydrogen

  The $200M investment will expand production in France, supporting clean hydrogen generation, creating jobs, and advancing sustainable energy goals in line with EU and French government objectives.
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  6 January 2023

  SEMCORP Nears Completion, On Track to Operate This Year in Debrecen

  Phase one construction is nearly complete, with equipment assembly underway. The factory, a €340M investment, will produce lithium-ion battery separators to meet European market demand.
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  5 January 2023

  Germany and Norway to Build Hydrogen Pipeline

  Germany and Norway will strengthen their energy partnership, aiming for a hydrogen supply by 2030. A joint feasibility study will assess the technical and economic viability of the project.
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  5 January 2023

  Sustainable Aviation Fuel Plant to Begin Production in 2024 in Denmark

  A pilot plant in Aalborg will produce sustainable aviation fuel from CO2 and green hydrogen by 2024, using new technology to simplify the process and support Denmark's green aviation transition.
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  5 January 2023

  Yara Advances Hydrogen Economy in Germany

  Modifying ammonia terminals to handle 3 million tons, enabling hydrogen economy growth. Clean ammonia to be imported using the largest global network, supporting Germany's hydrogen ambitions.
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  4 January 2023

  LANXESS and TotalEnergies Partner on Sustainable Styrene

  They will supply biocircular styrene from tall oil for sustainable ion exchange resins, certified by ISCC PLUS. This supports their climate-neutral goals and customer demand for low-carbon solutions.

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  3 January 2023

  Blastr Green Steel Plans €4 Billion Green Steel Plant in Finland

  The plant will integrate hydrogen production, create 1,200 jobs, and start by 2026. It aims to cut CO₂ emissions by 95%, producing 2.5 million tons of green steel annually, supporting EU climate goals.
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  22 December 2022

  Polimery Police Nears Completion with First Propane Delivery

  The first 22,000 tonnes of propane have been delivered to the new gas terminal in Police, Poland, marking a key milestone in the final phase of the Polimery Police chemical complex project.
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  22 December 2022

  Green Hydrogen Project in Sines Gains National Strategic Status

  The GreenH2Atlantic project in Sines, Portugal, gains PIN status, aiming to create 3,891 jobs and invest over €150M in a 100MW green hydrogen plant, supporting national and EU decarbonization goals.
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  21 December 2022

  TotalEnergies Launches France's Largest Battery Storage Site

  The new 61 MW battery storage site in Dunkirk stabilizes the grid, supports renewable energy, and ensures electricity supply during peak periods.
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  21 December 2022

  Dutch State Supports Air Liquide's Electrolyzer Projects in Terneuzen and Rotterdam

  The Dutch State backs two 200 MW electrolyzer projects producing 30,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen annually, cutting over 5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions, aiding decarbonization and clean mobility.
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  20 December 2022

  EU Innovation Fund Grants EUR 97 Million to Project Air for Swedish Green Chemistry

  Project Air will build a sustainable methanol facility in Sweden, reducing CO2 emissions by 500,000 tons annually. The project uses CO2, biogas, and renewable energy, with a total investment of EUR 255 million.
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  19 December 2022

  Lhyfe and Schaeffler to Build Green Hydrogen Plant in Germany

  The plant will produce up to 15 MW of green hydrogen, aiming for climate-neutral production by 2030. It will supply 3.7 tons daily to the region, including municipalities and hydrogen filling stations.
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  16 December 2022

  New Hazardous Materials Facility Enhances Safety and Efficiency at Industriepark Höchst

  A new warehouse at Industriepark Höchst offers advanced safety features, extensive digitalization, and temperature-controlled storage, enhancing logistics and meeting high demand in the Rhine-Main Region.
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  16 December 2022

  INEOS Begins Construction of Ethane Cracker in Antwerp

  A symbolic sheet pile was driven in Antwerp, marking the start of a major ethane cracker project. The plant will employ thousands, produce ethylene sustainably, and is set to be operational by 2026.
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  15 December 2022

  Ercros and Unions Finalize Redundancy Plan for Flix Factory

  The redundancy plan affects 39 of 48 workers, with 9 retained for maintenance. It includes relocations, retirements, and compensated leaves. The plant closes due to contract terminations.
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  12 December 2022

  INEOS Oligomers Boosts Cologne Isoamylene Unit Capacity by 25%

  The Cologne unit's debottlenecking supports customers using Isoamylene in various applications, ensuring quality and supply stability with a reliable feedstock source.
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  12 December 2022

  EU Funds Awarded for Antwerp@C CO2 Export Hub

  The EU granted €144.6M for building CO2 transport and export facilities at Antwerp port, aiming to halve CO2 emissions by 2030 with an initial capacity of 2.5 Mtpa, scalable to 10 Mtpa.
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  12 December 2022

  Tessenderlo Kerley Begins Construction of Liquid Fertilizer Plant in Netherlands

  The new plant at Chemelot will produce Thio-Sul® fertilizer, operational by mid-2024, employing 20 people. It supports sustainable agriculture and strengthens market presence in Western Europe.
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  9 December 2022

  200 MW Renewable Hydrogen Hub Planned in Meirama, Spain

  A 200 MW renewable hydrogen plant in Meirama will start with 30 MW in 2025, supplying local industries and reducing carbon footprint, promoting sustainable economic growth in Galicia.
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  8 December 2022

  ArcelorMittal Launches Carbon Capture Project in Ghent

  The €200M Steelanol project uses LanzaTech's tech to convert waste gases into ethanol, reducing emissions by 125,000 tonnes annually. A €35M Torero project will further cut emissions by 112,500 tonnes.
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  7 December 2022

  CropEnergies to Build Renewable Ethyl Acetate Plant in Germany

  The plant will produce 50,000 tonnes of renewable ethyl acetate annually, creating 50 jobs. It aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance local supply security, with commissioning by summer 2025.
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  7 December 2022

  Röhm to Acquire Sabic's Functional Forms Business

  The acquisition will enhance Röhm's portfolio with polycarbonate sheets and films, boosting its market position. Expected to close in H1 2024, pending regulatory approvals and consultations.
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  6 December 2022

  Futerro to Establish Integrated PLA Biorefinery in Normandy, France

  The new biorefinery in Normandy will produce and recycle PLA, creating 250 direct jobs and 900 in related sectors. It aligns with circular economy standards and supports regional green growth.
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  5 December 2022

  CALB Establishes European Base in Portugal

  A new industrial base near Sines port aims to be a leading low-carbon, automated factory, enhancing the company's global industrial presence.
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  1 December 2022

  INEOS Acquires ASHTA Chemicals from Bigshire Mexico

  The acquisition includes a 100ktpa KOH/65kte Chlorine plant in Ohio. ASHTA becomes INEOS KOH, continuing to serve markets like fertilizers, de-icers, and pharmaceuticals.
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  30 November 2022

  Essar Oil UK to Build £360M Carbon Capture Plant

  Essar plans a £360M carbon capture plant at Stanlow refinery, aiming to cut CO2 by 0.81M tons/year by 2027, as part of a broader £1B investment in decarbonization and hydrogen initiatives.
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  30 November 2022

  PKN ORLEN and Aramco Finalize Three Transactions in Poland

  The deals involve refining, wholesale, and plane fuel businesses, with Aramco supplying 45% of crude oil. A joint development agreement for a potential Gdansk project was also signed.
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  28 November 2022

  Maire Tecnimont Secures €80M EPCM Contract at Corinth Refinery

  The €80M contract involves engineering, procurement, and construction management for a new C3 splitter unit to produce polymer-grade propylene at the Corinth Refinery in Greece.
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  28 November 2022

  Soltec and Endesa to Open Solar Tracker Factory in Teruel, Spain

  The new factory will create 40 permanent jobs, supporting local economic growth. The initiative aligns with EU production strategies and follows years of collaboration on renewable energy projects.