All news (page 46)

• 24 October 2017

  UPM Advances Sustainable Biochemicals

  Evaluating a biorefinery in Germany, the project aims to convert wood into bio-monoethylene glycol, bio-monopropylene glycol, and lignin, reducing CO2 footprint and not competing with food production.
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  22 October 2017

  Indorama Closes Workington PET Plant

  The plant closure will not impact revenue or profitability. Customers are being served by other European plants. All actions comply with local laws and regulations.
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  20 October 2017

  ZILS – Sines on the Global Communications Map

  ZILS was chosen for a new submarine cable station, enhancing Europe-Latin America connectivity, reducing internet costs, and boosting communication security. Operational by 2019, with a $200M investment.
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  16 October 2017

  Vinnolit Expands PVC Production in Gendorf

  The Gendorf site will see increased chlorine and VCM capacity using energy-efficient technology, enhancing the value chain and reducing VCM transport, benefiting customers with more caustic soda.
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  16 October 2017

  AkzoNobel to Expand Chloromethanes Capacity

  The expansion in Germany aims to meet growing demand in pharmaceuticals and electronics, improve productivity, and enhance supply chain benefits for customers.
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  12 October 2017

  First Virgin PET from Enzymatically Recycled Bottles

  The production of virgin PET from enzymatically recycled post-consumer bottles has been achieved, confirming the technology's potential for creating a circular economy in PET plastic products.

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  1 October 2017

  Sucre Océane Expands in Le Havre

  Investing €12.5M, the company aims to triple handling capacity and boost export traffic to 7,000 containers. It offers diverse packaging, has HACCP and AEO certifications, and plans to hire by year-end.
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  29 September 2017

  INVISTA Expands Global Polyols Capacity

  A new reactor in the Netherlands and recent U.S. capacity increases will align production with rising demand, driven by product innovations and customer collaboration in polyols technology.
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  25 September 2017

  Grupa Azoty Opens Polyamide Plant in Tarnów

  The new plant produces Polyamide 6, creating 55 jobs and using advanced technology. It supports the company's strategy to balance caprolactam and polyamide production, with a budget of PLN 320m.
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  21 September 2017

  BASF Expands Specialty Zeolites Production

  The new plant in Ludwigshafen will double global production capacity, supporting emissions regulations and creating 25 jobs. Production starts in 2019, enhancing supply for diesel emissions catalysts.
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  18 September 2017

  Emerald Kalama Chemical Expands Benzoic Acid and Aroma Chemical Production

  The $40M Rotterdam expansion boosts global capacity and flexibility for benzoic acid, benzaldehyde, and key aroma chemicals, enhancing supply chain and dual production locations.
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  13 September 2017

  Sabic Expands in Europe with New Polypropylene Facilities

  New pilot plant and extrusion facility in Geleen to drive innovation in polypropylene products, supporting sustainable solutions for automotive, healthcare, packaging, and more.
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  12 September 2017

  Tessenderlo Group Begins Production at New French Fertilizer Plant

  The new plant in Rouen produces Thio-Sul® for broad-acre, arboricultural, and vegetable crops. It employs 20 people and serves European and overseas markets, enhancing local market presence.
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  7 September 2017

  Novacap Opens New DIPE Production Unit at Roussillon

  The new DIPE unit uses an innovative, eco-friendly process, boosting the range of oxygenated solvents for pharmaceuticals, resins, coatings, and wastewater treatment, with a 5,000-ton capacity.
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  5 September 2017

  INEOS to Invest in New 300kt VAM Plant

  The new VAM plant aims to meet growing European demand, reduce import reliance, and leverage strategic locations with efficient logistics and feedstock supply.
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  1 September 2017

  BioMCN to Invest €100 Million to Double Capacity

  The investment will refurbish a mothballed methanol line, creating 30 permanent jobs and several hundred indirect jobs. The plant will produce 438,000 tons annually, starting in Q4 2018.
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  31 August 2017

  Perstorp Upgrades Capa™ Plant to Secure Caprolactone Supply

  The plant upgrade, starting in early 2017 and completing in late 2019, includes new peracetic acid still and reactors, ensuring future-proof production and increased supply security.
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  25 August 2017

  Evonik's New Specialty Copolyester Plant in Germany

  The new plant in Witten will start in early 2018, producing specialty copolyesters for coatings. The investment aims to meet growing demand for bisphenol A-free food packaging solutions.
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  23 August 2017

  Toray to Build PPS Resin Plant in Hungary

  The new facility will produce 3,000 tons annually, serving Europe's growing PPS resin market, especially in automotive applications, and enhancing local supply and customer support.
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  1 August 2017

  LANXESS Doubles Membrane Production

  The expanded Bitterfeld plant meets rising demand for reverse osmosis membranes, including the new Lewabrane ULP line, which offers higher water permeability and lower operating costs.
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  29 July 2017

  Grupa Azoty Explores Polypropylene Production in Police

  The Supervisory Board approved a recommendation to build a polypropylene plant in Police, aiming to diversify revenue, enhance market position, and meet rising demand in Central and Eastern Europe.
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  28 July 2017

  INEOS Phenol to Build Large-Scale Cumene Plant in Germany

  The new plant will enhance raw material supply for phenol and acetone production, using Badger technology. A full investment study will be completed by the end of 2017.
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  27 July 2017

  Evonik Expands Fumed Silica Capacity in Antwerp

  The new facility will be operational by summer 2019, supporting growth in coatings, adhesives, and insulation markets. This aligns with Evonik's strategy to focus on specialty chemicals and balanced portfolios.
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  27 July 2017

  Mexichem's VESTOLIT Expands Specialty PVC Capacity in Germany

  The new production line at the Marl plant adds 40 kt drying capacity for Paste-PVC, confirming quality standards. VESTOLIT is Europe's sole HIS-PVC maker and a key paste PVC producer.
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  27 July 2017

  OCI Fertilizer Plant Resumes Operations

  After a 2015 fire, the plant underwent extensive repairs, including a new e-system and modern facilities. Production resumed in five months, with enhanced safety and efficiency measures in place.
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  26 July 2017

  Solvay Expands European Kitting Capacity for Composites

  Doubling kitting capabilities in France will boost production of large composite parts, create 60 jobs, and enhance process control, reducing labor costs, production time, and waste.
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  18 July 2017

  Avantium and AkzoNobel Sign Contract for Pilot Biorefinery in Delfzijl

  The pilot plant will validate the Zambezi process to convert biomass into raw materials, aiming for commercial scale. Expected operational in Q2 2018, it will create about 20 jobs.
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  13 July 2017

  Teijin Expands Twaron Production in the Netherlands

  New spinning technology will boost aramid fiber capacity in Emmen by Q1 2019, meeting rising demand and enhancing automation, safety, and efficiency.