Chemiepark Knapsack

Huerth/CologneGermanyNordrhein-Westfalen

projects tracked
13
active
3
companies present
16

Projects at Chemiepark Knapsack

chemXplore tracks 13 projects at Chemiepark Knapsack, of which 3 are active.

  1. none Announced / Concept
  2. none FEED / Pre-FID
  3. none FID / Sanctioned
  4. 3 projects Under Construction
  5. none Commissioning & Start-up

Of the active ones, 3 new construction.

Latest news on Chemiepark Knapsack

2 September 2025
matterr to Build Depolymerisation Plant at Chemiepark Knapsack

A new plant will convert PET waste into reusable materials, supporting a fossil-free, circular economy at Chemiepark Knapsack, with operations starting in 2026.

22 August 2025
EEW Explores CO₂ Capture at Knapsack for Climate Goals

The project studies CO₂ capture from waste incineration, aiming for climate neutrality. Success depends on political and financial support.

10 July 2024
BASF to Cease Glufosinate-Ammonium Production in Germany

Production will end by 2025 due to economic reasons. Jobs will be retained until then. The company will source from third-party suppliers and focus on next-gen solutions with lower application rates.

29 April 2024
LYB to Establish Plastic Waste Recycling Hub in Germany

The hub will feature advanced sorting and recycling, covering 20 soccer fields, starting in Q1 2026. It aims to support the production of 2 million metric tons of recycled polymers annually by 2030.

20 September 2019
LyondellBasell Expands Knapsack Polypropylene Facility

The Knapsack site now has a total annual capacity of over 200 kt, supporting demand for lightweight polymers in automotive and electrical applications, adding 12 jobs with the new production line.

1 October 2018
CABB Group Invests in Gersthofen and Knapsack Expansion

Investing double-digit million euros, CABB aims to enhance production and storage capacities by 2019, boosting flexibility and reliability for global customers in specialty chemicals.

9 October 2012
Clariant Expands Production of Eco-Friendly Flame Retardants

A new plant in Hürth-Knapsack, Germany, will double production capacity for Exolit® flame retardants, meeting rising demand since 2004. New products target electronics, furniture, and construction.

29 July 2009
New Membrane Electrolysis Plants Operational in Gendorf and Knapsack

The conversion to membrane technology boosts chlorine capacity to 430,000 tonnes/year, enhances PVC raw material supply, and improves caustic soda delivery, increasing energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions.

29 July 2009
Vinnolit Completes Membrane Electrolysis Conversion

The conversion boosts chlorine capacity to 430,000 metric tonnes annually, enhances PVC raw material supply, and improves caustic soda delivery, while increasing energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions.

15 December 2004
Vinnolit Expands Knapsack Plant

The Knapsack plant will increase chlorine, EDC, and VCM capacities, enhancing Paste-PVC production. Investment also targets optimizing S-PVC production with advanced cooling technology. Total investment: €30M.

About the park

Total area
180 ha
Available area
4.5 ha

Companies at this park

Cluster Watch

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