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13 January 2021
Total and Engie to Build France's Largest Green Hydrogen Site
The Masshylia project at La Mède biorefinery will use solar power to produce 5 tonnes of green hydrogen daily, cutting 15,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, with production starting in 2024.
12 January 2021
Nouryon Renames Industrial Chemicals Subsidiary to Nobian
The renaming supports growth and branding strategies, allowing focused development of essential base chemicals. Nobian will expand chloromethane production in Frankfurt to better serve key industries.
11 January 2021
CABB Pratteln Site Enhances Safety and Reliability
Significant investments in Pratteln's production systems improve environmental impact and customer benefits, with upgrades in infrastructure, energy supply, and process control, despite rising costs.
2 January 2021
Ercros Unveils €69M 3D Plan for 2021-2025
The 3D Plan focuses on Diversification, Digitalisation, and Decarbonisation, with 20 projects aimed at sustainability, competitiveness, and meeting EU climate goals, investing €92M by 2029.
1 January 2021
TotalEnergies' Zero-Crude Platform by 2024
Grandpuits will convert biomass to biofuels, produce PLA bioplastics, recycle plastic waste, and build solar plants, creating jobs and supporting carbon neutrality goals.
21 December 2020
Neste Completes First Industrial-Scale Run with Liquefied Waste Plastic
400 tons of liquefied plastic waste were processed into recycled feedstock. Preparations for future runs are underway, aiming to process 1 million tons annually by 2030.
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21 December 2020
Galp Centralizes Refining in Sines
Refining operations in Matosinhos will cease in 2021. Regional supply will continue, and site alternatives are being explored. Annual costs and CO2 emissions will be significantly reduced.
15 December 2020
Biostoom Plant Powers Borealis with Steam and Electricity
The Biostoom plant in Beringen reduces Borealis' natural gas use by supplying steam and electricity from non-recyclable waste, cutting carbon emissions by 20% and sourcing 47% renewable electricity.
7 December 2020
Yara to Launch Full-Scale Green Ammonia Project in Norway
Plans for 500,000 tonnes/year green ammonia production to power emission-free shipping and decarbonized food solutions. Seeking partners and government support for 2026 operational target.
2 December 2020
Fire at Tjeldbergodden Methanol Plant Extinguished
A fire at a Tjeldbergodden methanol plant was extinguished within an hour. No injuries reported. The plant was shut down, personnel evacuated, and emergency procedures implemented.
2 December 2020
Clariant's Sunliquid® Plant in Romania Set for 2021 Completion
Construction progresses despite COVID-19. The plant will produce 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol annually, creating up to 100 direct jobs and 300 in related sectors. Completion expected by end of 2021.
30 November 2020
LANXESS Boosts Black Pigment Output in Germany
Increased black pigment capacity meets rising construction demand. Unique Laux process ensures high tinting strength, color consistency, and sustainability. Future plans include reducing CO2 emissions.
27 November 2020
Timok Mine in Serbia Reaches High-Grade Ore Zone
The Timok Copper and Gold mine's Upper Zone has entered a high-grade ore area, enabling productive stoping. The ore contains covellite, enargite, and chalcopyrite, with copper at 9.23% and gold at 6.23 g/t.
26 November 2020
New Aromatic Ring Chlorination Facility in Frankfurt
The new facility will enhance side-chain chlorination, boost capacity, and support sustainability by refining by-products, reducing waste, and meeting European demand for resilient supply chains.
25 November 2020
BioNTech and InstaDeep Partner to Develop AI-Driven Immunotherapies
The collaboration will leverage AI and ML to advance drug discovery, protein engineering, and supply chain optimization, focusing on novel mRNA-based vaccines and therapeutics for cancer and infectious diseases.
24 November 2020
Braskem and Haldor Topsoe produce bio-based MEG from sugar
The first demo-scale production of bio-based MEG from sugar has been achieved. The next phase involves testing and validation for potential commercial deployment.
24 November 2020
Perstorp to Cut Carbon Emissions by 500,000 Tons with Sustainable Methanol
Project AIR will use carbon capture and gasification to produce methanol from CO2, residue streams, renewable hydrogen, and biomethane, aiming to start production in 2025 and reduce emissions significantly.
22 November 2020
Zijin Plans Over USD 3 Billion Investment in Serbia
Zijin plans to invest USD 1.26 billion in Serbia, with total investments exceeding USD 3 billion. Efforts include facility expansion, environmental protection, and improved workplace safety.
20 November 2020
Hydrogen Consortium Seeks EU Funding
The GET H2 Nukleus project aims to establish Germany's first public hydrogen network. EU funding is sought to support green hydrogen production, crucial for meeting climate targets and economic viability.
19 November 2020
SEQENS to Open 45,000-Ton Isopropanol Facility in France
The new facility in Roussillon will produce 45,000 tons of isopropanol annually, enhancing energy efficiency and supporting various industries with multiple grades of the solvent.
19 November 2020
Nestlé and Plastic Energy to Develop UK's First Large-Scale Chemical Recycling Plant
A six-month study will explore developing a UK plant to recycle hard-to-recycle plastics into food-grade materials, aiming to boost recycled content in packaging and support recycling infrastructure.
18 November 2020
NUREL Expands Biopolymer Production
The new plant boosts production to 26,000 tons/year, meeting high demand in Latin America and strengthening market position. Part of a larger investment plan by the SAMCA Group.
13 November 2020
BASF Breaks Ground on New Cathode Materials Plant in Germany
The new plant in Schwarzheide will supply materials for 400,000 electric vehicles annually, reduce CO2 footprint by 30%, and create 150 jobs, supporting Europe's sustainable battery production goals.
12 November 2020
Keliber and Kokkolan Energia Sign 30-Year Lease for Chemical Plant Site
The 12.5-hectare site in Kokkola Industrial Park will support circular economy, safety, and transport needs, with potential to utilize waste heat, enhancing local development.
12 November 2020
Avient Opens CycleWorks Center in Italy
The new facility will conduct advanced chemistry testing to improve plastics recycling, develop new formulations, and enhance sustainability through industry collaboration.
10 November 2020
BP and Ørsted Partner for Renewable Hydrogen in Germany
The project aims to build a 50 MW electrolyser at Lingen Refinery, powered by offshore wind, to produce green hydrogen, reducing CO2 emissions by 80,000 tonnes annually. Operational by 2024.
10 November 2020
Momentive Invests $13M in Termoli Plant for Polyurethane Additives
The Termoli plant will be upgraded to serve the EU slabstock foam industry, with full production by mid-2022. A new customer service center in Milan will enhance regional support.
9 November 2020
WACKER to Build New Silicone Production Line in Nünchritz
The new line will produce silane-terminated polymers for adhesives and sealants, enhancing capacity and sustainability. Completion is set for 2022, driven by rising demand and innovative technology.
9 November 2020
Evonik Completes First Plant of New Polyamide 12 Complex
The €400M project progresses well despite COVID-19 challenges. Full completion is expected by mid-2021, boosting polyamide 12 capacity by 50% for markets like automotive, gas piping, and 3D printing.
3 November 2020
Neste Acquires Bunge's Rotterdam Refinery
The acquisition enhances Neste's renewable feedstock pretreatment capacity, supporting its goal to use 100% waste and residues by 2025 and expand production to reduce 20M tons of greenhouse gases by 2030.
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