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9 March 2011
DuPont and LANXESS to Double PBT Compounding Capacity
The joint venture will invest €10M to expand PBT production in Germany, driven by rising demand in automotive and electronics. The new capacity will be operational by early 2012.
11 February 2011
Kemira to Build Coagulant Plants in Germany and Spain
The EUR 40 million investment will utilize HCl from Bayer's polyurethane production for water treatment. Existing plants in the Netherlands and Spain will be restructured, with minimal personnel impact.
1 February 2011
Sanofi Opens Cell Culture Plant in Höchst
The new plant, costing EUR 30 million, will produce monoclonal antibodies for trials, doubling production capacity and enhancing the company's biopharmaceutical focus and market position.
1 February 2011
AkzoNobel Invests EUR 140M to Upgrade Chlorine Production
The upgrade to membrane electrolysis tech will boost capacity by 50%, cut eco-footprint by 30%, and meet strong demand. The new plant will start in Q4 2013, increasing annual chlorine output to 250 kilotons.
1 February 2011
BASF Expands Ecoflex Production
The expanded plant boosts Ecoflex capacity from 14,000 to 74,000 metric tons annually. Ecoflex and Ecovio are biodegradable plastics used in various applications, meeting growing market demand.
14 January 2011
Messer Opens Oxygen Plant in Estonia
A new oxygen plant in Järvakandi produces 2,650 m³/hr for Owens-Illinois, reducing emissions and energy use with oxy-fuel technology, aiding sustainability and efficiency in glass production.
1 January 2011
Sumitomo Chemical Opens IT Materials Plant in Poland
A new plant in Poland will produce polarizing film and light diffusion panels for LCDs, starting summer 2007. The facility aims to meet growing European demand and enhance customer service.
18 November 2010
Dow Corning and WACKER open Zhangjiagang integrated silicone site
China’s largest integrated silicone site: US$1.8B, 1 million m², joint siloxane and pyrogenic silica production to serve automotive, construction, electronics and personal-care markets.
8 October 2010
Jacobs Secures Engineering Contract for Serbian Hydrogen Plant
Jacobs will provide detailed engineering services for a new hydrogen plant at the NIS refinery in Serbia, with project costs estimated at €70 million. Work will be executed from their India offices.
1 October 2010
Mesamoll Production Expansion in Uerdingen
Production capacity for phthalate-free Mesamoll plasticizers is increasing by 40% to meet rising demand. New equipment will enhance facilities, with additional capacity available by end of 2010.
2 September 2010
Solvay to Boost Tecnoflon Production in Italy
EUR 10 million investment to meet rising demand in automotive, aerospace, and oil industries. Tecnoflon's high-temperature and chemical resistance enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions.
31 August 2010
Aitik Mine Expansion Complete
The Aitik mine expansion doubles ore production, with over SEK 6 billion invested to boost capacity and reduce costs. Completed in 2010, it aims for 36 million tonnes annual capacity by 2014.
11 August 2010
Lanxess invests EUR 10m to boost EVM capacity at Dormagen
The expansion will increase EVM production by 30% to 15,000 metric tons by late 2012, driven by rising demand in the wire and cable industry, especially in China.
1 August 2010
CEPSA Invests €1.14 Billion in Huelva Refinery Upgrades
The investment focuses on increasing diesel and jet kerosene production, enhancing energy efficiency, and creating local employment, with significant contributions to the regional economy.
28 July 2010
IGEST.RES to Open Chemical Waste Treatment Plant at BASF Tarragona
The new plant will recycle 15,000 tons of hydrocarbons and treat 25,000 tons of industrial water annually, creating 25 jobs. It leverages BASF's infrastructure for enhanced synergies and services.
27 July 2010
INEOS Oxide to Build Ethylene Terminal in Antwerp
The new terminal will handle one million tonnes annually, connect to key facilities via the ARG pipeline, and enhance competitiveness and market dynamics in Europe. Expected operation starts in 2012.
20 July 2010
Jacobs Secures Dow Contract for Copolymer Facility in Italy
Jacobs will provide engineering and construction management for a facility expansion in Fombio, Italy, to produce UPS copolymers for ion exchange resins, enhancing efficiency and reducing carbon footprint.
16 July 2010
Stepan Europe Acquires Alfa Systems in Poland
The acquisition includes a plant in Brzeg Dolny with 25,000 metric tons of polyester polyol and 15,000 metric tons of polyurethane systems capacity, enhancing Stepan's reach in Central and Eastern Europe.
16 July 2010
Germany: New Contract and Investments Boost Market Position
€90M investment in Germany includes new Air Separation Units in Oberhausen and Hamburg, enhancing supply to key industries and meeting long-term oxygen needs for major clients.
30 June 2010
Neste Oil Sells Sines Plant to Repsol
The sale of the Sines ETBE plant will slightly boost Neste Oil's Q2 results. The plant, with a 50,000-tonne capacity, was converted to ETBE production in 2005.
24 June 2010
LANXESS Boosts Pigment Production
Investing EUR 20M to expand global capacities, LANXESS hit record monthly production in Germany. Their eco-friendly methods and compliance with strict regulations drive market share growth.
21 June 2010
NIS Invests EUR 470m in Pancevo Refinery Modernization
EUR 397m will go to hydrocracking and hydroprocessing, EUR 70m to hydrogen production. Completion expected by Q3 2012, boosting refined oil to 4.8m tonnes/year and reducing pollution.
11 June 2010
BASF Boosts Polyisobutene Production Capacity
New plant in Ludwigshafen increases annual polyisobutene capacity by 25,000 metric tons. This expansion supports growing demand and reduces inter-site shipments, enhancing production efficiency.
11 June 2010
Sasol O&S Enters High Purity TEAL Market
A new TEAL production unit in Germany will start in early 2012, enhancing supply capabilities. Sasol's experience ensures quality, safety, and potential for future capacity expansion.
6 June 2010
Stenungsund Expansion Boosts Borealis' Wire and Cable Solutions
A EUR 400 million investment in Stenungsund adds a 350,000 t/y LDPE plant, enhancing capacity and quality for high voltage and low/medium voltage cable products.
27 May 2010
Evonik Expands Laurolactam Production in Response to High Demand
Evonik will expand laurolactam production at its Marl site by Q4 2010 to meet high demand for polyamide 12, marketed as VESTAMID® and VESTOSINT®, ensuring global supply and technical support.
15 May 2010
LANXESS Opens R&D Center for NBR in France
The new center in La Wantzenau consolidates R&D for NBR, enhancing product innovation and global competitiveness. The site also focuses on sustainability, reducing energy costs by 90%.
6 May 2010
Messer Opens Largest CO2 Recovery Plant
The new plant in Zwijndrecht, Belgium, recovers 150,000 tons of CO2 annually from industrial waste gas for recycling.
30 March 2010
BOC Modernizes Teesside Facilities
A £600,000 grant will upgrade facilities, improve efficiency, and reduce emissions. The project protects 40 jobs and supports local businesses, aligning with regional green initiatives.
8 March 2010
Total to Repurpose Dunkirk Refinery
The Dunkirk refinery will shut down due to declining demand. The site will host new activities, including logistics, training, and biofuel projects, ensuring no layoffs and job guarantees for all employees.
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