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27 March 2025
TotalEnergies and Partners Advance Northern Lights CCS Phase 2
Phase 2 of Northern Lights CCS will boost CO2 storage to 5 million tons annually by 2028, backed by a $700M investment and a 15-year deal with Stockholm Exergi for 900,000 tons of CO2 storage.
27 March 2025
Vynova Alkoxides awards engineering contract for new Lülsdorf plant
The new plant will produce sodium and potassium methylate and sodium ethylate, aiming for completion by autumn 2027, replacing mercury-based production.
26 March 2025
BASF and Forestal partner on e-methanol production in Spain using OASE technology
The project uses carbon capture to produce e-methanol, enhancing sustainable fuel production for industrial transport and chemical synthesis.
26 March 2025
TotalEnergies Launches Six Battery Storage Projects in Germany
Investing €160M, the projects add 221 MW storage, enhancing Germany's power resilience and supporting renewables, with completion set for early 2026.
25 March 2025
LANXESS Boosts 2024 Earnings
EBITDA up 19.9% to EUR 614M. Sales down 5.2%. Strong cash flow, debt reduced. Cost savings ahead of plan. Urethane Systems sale to UBE finalizes specialty chemicals shift.
24 March 2025
Moeve Wins BASF Award for Circular Economy Excellence
Moeve's recycled flexitank project cuts polymer use by 18% and incorporates 17.5% recycled material, reducing carbon footprint and promoting sustainability in chemical transport.
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24 March 2025
Versalis Opens Recycled Polymer Plant in Porto Marghera
The new plant produces up to 20,000 tonnes of recycled polystyrene annually, enhancing Versalis' product range and supporting sustainable packaging and construction solutions.
21 March 2025
Aquafil Launches Demo Plant for Nylon Fiber Separation in Slovenia
The demo plant enables effective separation of elastic fiber from nylon, advancing recycling and reducing waste in textiles, with plans for large-scale industrialization.
20 March 2025
Sinopec: 19 Units Chosen for Environmental Facility Program
The Ministry of Ecology and Environment announced 304 open environmental units in petrochemical, power, steel, and building materials industries to enhance public engagement.
20 March 2025
Grangemouth's £3.5 Billion Transformation Plan Unveiled
Nine pathways to renewables are proposed, aiming to create 800 jobs. Private investment is crucial, with SAF as a key focus. Challenges include high costs and new supply chain needs.
20 March 2025
OQ Chemicals to Start Heptanoic Acid Production in Germany
Production begins June 2025, enhancing carboxylic acid portfolio and supply chain security. Heptanoic acid serves sectors like performance materials, energy, consumer products, and aviation.
19 March 2025
Groningen Seaports CEO Cas König to Depart
Cas König will become CEO of North Sea Port in June 2025. Groningen Seaports will seek a new CEO, with CFO Harold Sanders leading in the interim.
19 March 2025
Sinopec Unveils High-End Motor Oils with Longer Change Intervals
New motor oils exceed API SQ/GF-7 specs, offering change intervals up to 25,000 km. Developed with advanced R&D, they perform well in extreme conditions and have seven national patents.
19 March 2025
thyssenkrupp Uhde chosen for Elyse Energy's Biomass-to-SAF project in France
The project will produce sustainable aviation fuel from biomass and green hydrogen, using advanced gasification technology, to meet EU SAF quotas and support the green transition.
18 March 2025
LyondellBasell and Covestro Close PO11 Unit in Netherlands
PO11 unit closure due to overcapacity, high costs, and imports. LYB and Covestro focus on strategic assets and maintain customer relations. Shutdown by 2026.
18 March 2025
LyondellBasell, Covestro to Close PO11 Unit in Netherlands
Closure due to global overcapacity, high costs, and weak demand. LYB to safely shut down by 2026. Commitment to European market and ongoing customer support remain.
18 March 2025
Res Integra and Ohmium Launch 4MW Green Hydrogen Project in Sicily
A 700-tonne hydrogen electrolyzer, powered by solar PV, will decarbonize industrial operations in Sicily, using advanced, scalable PEM technology for efficient, rapid deployment by 2025.
18 March 2025
Arkema Advances Acrylic Acid Plant Project in Carling, France
The new plant will enhance energy efficiency by 25% and reduce carbon intensity by 20%, with full operation expected in 2026.
17 March 2025
Sinopec Achieves China's Largest Bunker Fuel Load
Sinopec supplied 8,549 tons of fuel oil to the "Excellence," a vessel with offshore CCS, setting a record and enhancing China's port service capabilities.
17 March 2025
Freepoint Eco-Systems Secures $50M Finance Facility with ING
A $50M loan supports a new Ohio facility to upcycle hard-to-recycle plastic, marking a significant step in expanding global waste plastic upcycling.
17 March 2025
BASF Launches 54-Megawatt Electrolyzer at Ludwigshafen
The new electrolyzer produces green hydrogen, reducing emissions by 72,000 tons annually, supporting a hydrogen economy, and receiving €124.3M in funding.
13 March 2025
AnQore Advances Sustainable Toy Supply Chain
ELIX uses sustainable raw materials for E-LOOP CR products, reducing carbon footprint and supporting circular solutions in the toy industry.
12 March 2025
Perpetual Next Opens New Biomethanol Site in Delfzijl
Groningen Seaports allocates a site for biomethanol production, supporting maritime fuel transition and boosting European raw materials strategy.
12 March 2025
Northvolt Declares Bankruptcy in Sweden
Facing financial challenges, the company filed for bankruptcy in Sweden. A trustee will oversee asset sales and operations, while subsidiaries in Germany and North America remain unaffected.
12 March 2025
Futerro Begins Engineering for European Biorefinery in France
The biorefinery will use fermentation, polymerisation, and recycling to produce renewable polymers, aiming to reduce carbon footprint and support Europe's green chemistry transition.
12 March 2025
QEMETICA Plans Janikowo Soda Plant Hibernation
High energy costs and competition force plant closure, impacting jobs. Support sought for fair competition and cost reduction. Diversification and global investments underway.
12 March 2025
RWE and TotalEnergies Sign 15-Year Green Hydrogen Deal for Leuna Refinery
The agreement involves 30,000 metric tons of green hydrogen annually, reducing CO2 emissions by 300,000 tons, supported by a hydrogen network and storage facilities in Germany.
12 March 2025
Moeve and Exolum invest €300M in Port of Huelva for energy transition infrastructure
New infrastructure at the Port of Huelva will enhance biofuel operations, improve logistics, and support decarbonization efforts, aligning with regional industrial policies.
11 March 2025
Hera Group Launches Carbon Fibre Recycling Plant in Imola
The plant regenerates carbon fibre, saving 75% energy, supporting circular economy, and reducing environmental impact, with EU funding of €2.2M and a total investment of €8M.
11 March 2025
Latvenergo and H2Pro Partner on Green Hydrogen in Latvia
They signed an MOU to explore deploying electrolysis technology in Latvia, aiming for cost-effective green hydrogen production integrated with renewable energy sources.
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