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• 29 January 2025

  Repsol to Invest €800 Million in Europe's First Renewable Methanol Plant

  The plant will convert waste into renewable methanol, creating jobs and reducing CO2 emissions, with EU support for its innovative approach to decarbonizing transport.
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  28 January 2025

  Haffner Energy, LanzaJet, and LanzaTech Collaborate on Biomass-Based SAF Production

  The collaboration aims to develop SAF projects using biomass residues, leveraging joint technologies for commercial plants, licenses, and investments to meet aviation fuel demands.
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  22 January 2025

  LanzaJet Chooses Teesside for New SAF Facility

  The new facility will produce 90,000 tonnes of SAF annually, cut emissions by 230,000 tonnes, create 30 jobs, and support the UK's energy transition and decarbonization efforts.
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  21 January 2025

  Johnson Matthey tech chosen for major European e-methanol plant

  Reolum's La Robla NE project in Spain will use eMERALD technology to produce e-methanol, aiding regional decarbonization and supported by the European Investment Bank.
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  19 January 2025

  CARBIOS delays Longlaville plant construction by 6-9 months due to financing

  Discussions with stakeholders continue; state aid pending EU approval. Cash reserves and strategic adjustments ensure financial stability. New interim CEO appointed.
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  15 January 2025

  EET Hydrogen and ENKA to Build UK's First Large-Scale Low Carbon Hydrogen Plant

  The UK funds a 350MW hydrogen plant capturing 600,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, advancing decarbonization and economic growth in the North West.

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  10 January 2025

  Alleima Supports Preem's Renewable Jet Fuel Transition

  Heat exchanger tubes will aid a Swedish refinery's shift to renewable fuels, reducing emissions by 2-3 million tons annually and cutting fossil fuel production.
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  9 January 2025

  Perstorp Acquires Amsterdam Site to Enter Synthetic Ester Market

  The acquisition targets specialty fluids, focusing on sustainable synthetic esters for data center cooling, with plans for ISCC PLUS certification and backward integration.
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  8 January 2025

  Naturgy to Develop 30 Biomethane Plants in Spain

  The alliance aims to produce 2.5 TWh of biomethane annually, cut CO₂ by 450,000 tonnes, and boost the circular economy by using organic waste for energy and local benefits.
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  6 January 2025

  MSD Ireland to Acquire WuXi Vaccines' Dundalk Facility

  The acquisition involves a €500M investment, adding 1,000 jobs across Ireland by 2025, enhancing vaccine production capabilities and strengthening Ireland's pharma sector.
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  11 December 2024

  BASF Boosts Ammonium Chloride Output at Ludwigshafen

  The plant's capacity increased by 50%, enhancing product quality to meet demand and regulatory standards for food and feed applications.
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  11 December 2024

  Grupa Azoty Puławy Launches Fifth Nitric Acid Line

  The new line boosts nitric acid production, reduces emissions, and enhances fertilizer efficiency, despite delays and partial project suspension.
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  10 December 2024

  Italgas to Invest €1 Billion in Greece's Ecological Transition by 2030

  €1B plan focuses on network expansion, digital transformation, renewable gases, and workforce development to support Greece's ecological transition by 2030.
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  9 December 2024

  BASF Lemförde Expands Sustainable Offerings

  Lemförde site gains ISCC PLUS and REDcert, enabling biomass-balanced products with lower CO2 footprints, supporting customer sustainability goals with mass balance certification.
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  6 December 2024

  WuXi Biologics Hits Key Milestones at Ireland Site with 16,000L PPQ Success and HPRA GMP Approvals

  The Dundalk site completed two successful PPQ runs and received GMP approval, enhancing its role in global biomanufacturing with innovative, sustainable processes and strong regulatory compliance.
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  5 December 2024

  Fluor Secures FEED Contract for Carbon Capture at Heidelberg's German Facility

  The project integrates carbon capture at a cement plant, aiming to store 700,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually in the North Sea. Construction starts in 2026, with commissioning in 2029.
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  4 December 2024

  FUCHS SE completes acquisition of STRUB & Co. AG

  The acquisition secures Swiss market access, retains STRUB's brand and management, and adds a research and production plant. STRUB employs 40, with EUR 15M sales in 2023.
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  4 December 2024

  Arctial Begins Study for Low-Carbon Aluminum in Kokkola

  Arctial's study will assess social, technical, commercial, and environmental impacts. Decision on plant construction expected by 2026–2027. Kokkola's infrastructure and green energy are key.
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  2 December 2024

  Arkema Completes Acquisition of Dow's Packaging Adhesives Business

  The acquisition expands Arkema's packaging solutions, adding $250M in sales and 280 employees, with expected synergies of $30M EBITDA in 5 years, based on a $150M enterprise value.
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  27 November 2024

  Lactips Raises €16M for Global Expansion of Biodegradable Polymer

  The funding will boost growth in Europe, Americas, and Japan, enhance R&D, and expand production capacity, supported by new and existing impact investors.
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  26 November 2024

  EIB Provides €80 Million to Nortegas for Biomethane Plants in Spain

  The loan supports renewable gas development, aiding Spain's decarbonization and energy security, aligned with REPowerEU and backed by InvestEU.
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  25 November 2024

  TotalEnergies Advances Hydrogen Decarbonization at La Mède

  Partnering with Air Liquide, a new unit will produce renewable hydrogen by 2028, cutting La Mède's CO2 emissions by 130,000 tons annually.
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  24 November 2024

  Elkem Advances Circular Economy for Silicones in Lyon

  A pilot project in Lyon uses patented recycling to reduce silicone waste, cut emissions, and support the green transition, funded by France 2030 and EU's NextGenerationEU.
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  23 November 2024

  Abbott Launches New Manufacturing Facility in Kilkenny, Ireland

  The facility will produce diabetes care sensors, create 800 jobs, and is part of a €440M investment in Ireland, focusing on sustainability and supporting STEM education.
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  22 November 2024

  Unite urges Labour to act on Grangemouth refinery closure plan

  Unite proposes converting the refinery to a bio-fuels hub, preserving jobs and aligning with government policies, while urging government intervention against closure.
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  21 November 2024

  Vulcan and BASF to explore geothermal energy at Ludwigshafen site

  The project aims to use geothermal energy for CO2-free steam and lithium extraction, benefiting local industries and reducing emissions. Seismic surveys start in 2025.
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  20 November 2024

  Exolum Demonstrates Green Hydrogen Transport via LOHC in Existing Infrastructure

  The project uses LOHC to store and transport hydrogen, funded by the UK government, aiming to meet 30% of the UK's 2030 hydrogen demand and support decarbonization efforts.
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  19 November 2024

  Polish Firms Sign Cooperation Agreement for Explosives Production

  The agreement aims to boost Poland's nitrocellulose and propellant production for ammunition, enhancing national security and creating jobs.