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19 March 2015
Reym Acquires CLD in Delfzijl
Reym plans to use the 6-hectare site for its Delfzijl branch, training, and tech development. A Waste Processing Plant will be built with ATM, offering comprehensive services in Eemsdelta.
18 March 2015
ArcelorMittal to Invest €88 Million in Germany
€88 million will modernize and boost competitiveness at four German sites, focusing on Bremen, Duisburg, Eisenhüttenstadt, and Hamburg. Sustainability efforts and a report are also highlighted.
13 March 2015
Shell Chemicals Enhances Wesseling Plant Efficiency
Upgrades at the Wesseling plant have improved energy efficiency, increased production by 15%, and enhanced feedstock flexibility, making the facility more competitive.
11 March 2015
Sappi to Build Nanocellulose Pilot Plant in the Netherlands
The pilot plant will produce low-cost Cellulose NanoFibrils using proprietary technology, aiming for diverse applications. It will leverage renewable raw materials and benefit from local partnerships.
10 March 2015
CIECH Expands Soda and Salt Production in Poland
CIECH boosts soda capacity by 60,000 tonnes and increases dry salt output to 1.7 tonnes/day, investing PLN 342 million to enhance competitiveness and meet market demand.
5 March 2015
Perstorp Launches New Oxo Plant in Sweden
The new plant in Stenungsund boosts Oxo capacity by 150,000 tonnes/year, enhancing reliability and integration for plasticizers, lubricants, adhesives, and surfactants.
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1 March 2015
GFBiochemicals Launches Commercial Production of Levulinic Acid
New management team with extensive industry experience joins to drive commercialization. Production starts Summer 2015 in Italy, scaling to 8,000 MT/yr by 2017.
20 February 2015
ThyssenKrupp Secures Contract for Hungarian Fertilizer Plant Expansion
A new 1,150 ton/day nitric acid plant will be built in Pétfürdö, Hungary, with completion in 2017. The project includes engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning.
16 February 2015
Uhde Inventa-Fischer Secures Polyamide 6 Plant Contract
The new plant in Tarnow, Poland, will produce 80,000 metric tons of polyamide 6 annually using a cost-effective, feedstock-saving process. The project includes engineering, equipment supply, and supervision.
13 February 2015
ChemCom Industries Invests €4.2M in New Fertilizer Facility in Delfzijl
The new facility will produce raw materials for high-performance fertilizers. The project, supported by a €800,000 subsidy, aims to secure existing jobs and foster strategic partnerships.
9 February 2015
MOL Group and Transpetrol Complete Reconstruction of Friendship I/Adria Pipeline
The pipeline's capacity was increased from 3.5 to 6 million tons annually, enhancing energy security for Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. The project cost USD 80 million and took less than a year.
6 February 2015
Indorama Expands PTA Plant in Rotterdam
The PTA plant's capacity will increase from 350 to 600 kilotonnes per year with a new RTO unit. PET recycling technology is also being developed, enhancing production capacity significantly.
4 February 2015
Styrolution Launches SBC Pilot Plant
The new Antwerp SBC pilot plant enhances R&D, supports daily operations, and aids in developing specialty styrenics, offering customers efficient material testing and faster product development.
3 February 2015
PPG Expands Silica Production in Delfzijl
Increasing silica production by 15,000 tons annually, PPG aims to meet rising global demand for Agilon performance silica, enhancing tire efficiency and industrial applications. Expansion completes in 2016.
22 January 2015
BASF to Expand Global PVP Production
Investing €56M, BASF will boost PVP production by 6,000 metric tons across plants in Germany, USA, and China, targeting pharmaceutical, cosmetic, detergent, and food sectors.
22 January 2015
Solvay Expands Hydrogen Peroxide Production in Netherlands
A new facility in Linne-Herten will produce Hydrogen Peroxide grades for pharmaceuticals, driven by EU regulations. Completion is set for July 2015, adhering to GMP standards.
20 January 2015
Poligal Invests 30 Million Euros in New BOPP Line in Poland
The new plant in Poland will feature an 8.7m wide 5-layer BOPP line, operational by Q3 2016, enhancing competitiveness in label films and specialty applications, with further metallization options.
1 January 2015
Akzo Nobel Skoghall Site Decommissioning and Remediation
From 2011-2014, Reconsil managed the site's closure, including recycling, demolition, and hazardous waste handling. They continue overseeing environmental control and landfill capping.
1 January 2015
MTBE Review 2014
MTBE, a liquid with a low boiling point, is mainly used to boost petrol octane. It also serves in high-purity isobutylene production and as a specialty solvent in pharmaceuticals.
25 December 2014
Neftekhim Ltd. Launches Granulation Unit in Pavlodar
The new unit will produce 47.8K tons of granulated polypropylene annually, with 60% for domestic use and the rest exported. Equipment and technology were supplied by Leistritz.
18 December 2014
Yara Inaugurates New Pilot Plants in Porsgrunn
A ceremony marked the launch of pilot plants focusing on efficiency, environmental impact, and R&D. Key speeches highlighted investments, emissions reduction, and the importance of land-based industry.
16 December 2014
Fluor Starts Construction on ExxonMobil Antwerp Refinery Project
Fluor is building a delayed coker unit in Antwerp to convert heavy oils into fuel. The project includes design, engineering, procurement, and construction, leveraging modular execution for efficiency.
10 December 2014
Boliden Kokkola Opens Silver Recovery Plant
The new plant in Finland, a SEK 250 million investment, will produce 25 tonnes of silver annually, enhancing profitability and raw material efficiency.
10 December 2014
370 Million Euro Invested in Höchst Industrial Park
Since 2000, investments in Höchst Industrial Park total 6.3 billion euros. In 2014, Infraserv Höchst Group saw a 10% revenue increase, driven by energy supply advancements.
10 December 2014
Evonik Launches New Units for Crosslinking Activators
New units produce TAC and TAICROS® for enhanced plastics and rubber. Benefits include improved solar panel protection, faster lamination, and increased aging resistance in automotive materials.
9 December 2014
Bayer Completes Major Investment in Germany
A new TDI plant in Dormagen, costing EUR 250 million, boosts production efficiency and job security, while enhancing North Rhine-Westphalia's competitiveness in the chemical industry.
5 December 2014
OMV Completes Butadiene Plant Upgrade in Austria
The upgraded plant now produces 60,000 tonnes/year of butadiene, completed on time and under budget. A new butadiene plant in Germany is set to be commissioned in Q2 2015.
26 November 2014
BASF to Invest €500 Million in Superabsorbent Technology
BASF will revamp existing plants to produce new superabsorbent polymer SAVIVATM, enhancing diaper performance and sustainability, with a global rollout starting in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
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