Chempark Dormagen

DormagenGermanyNorth Rhine-Westphalia

Projects at Chempark Dormagen

chemXplore tracks 20 projects at Chempark Dormagen, of which 2 are active.

1 Announced / Concept 1 FEED / Pre-FID

2 new construction.

What moved recently
  • April 2026 INEOS Köln TACOIL plastic recycling plant · On Hold / Postponed · Germany
  • April 2026 Plastic Energy TACOIL unit at INEOS Köln site · On Hold / Postponed · Germany

Owners and developers: INEOS (2), Currenta GmbH & Co. OHG (1), INOVYN Produzione Italia S.p.A. (1)

Investors: Government of North Rhine-Westphalia (1)

Licensors and offtakers are recorded on all 2 of them For subscribers

Targeting: Acetonitril (1), Hydrogen (1)

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Latest news on Chempark Dormagen

11 May 2026
Covestro to install Dormagen steam compressor, cutting Germany energy use 2%

Heat-pump upgrade will save ~40,000 t CO2/yr, cut low three-digit GWh energy use; investment low double-digit million euros; expected operation mid-2027.

31 October 2022
INEOS and Plastic Energy to produce 100,000 tonnes of recycled raw materials in Köln

The new plant in Köln will use advanced recycling to convert plastic waste into virgin-quality polymers, reducing emissions and supporting a circular economy. Production starts by end of 2026.

30 June 2022
INEOS Köln receives €770,000 for Green Hydrogen feasibility study

The study will explore a 100MW water electrolysis plant to cut CO2 by 100,000 tonnes annually. The hydrogen produced will support ammonia and methanol production, aiding regional climate goals.

7 April 2022
INEOS Nitriles to build new Acetonitrile plant in Köln

The new 15 ktpa facility will enhance supply to European customers, support key sectors, and improve sustainability and environmental impact, reinforcing the Köln site's production capacity.

19 October 2021
INEOS Advances 100MW Green Hydrogen Project in Koln

The project will cut Koln's carbon emissions by 120,000 tonnes annually, produce green ammonia and methanol, and support local sustainability. It has passed the first IPCEI selection phase.

23 April 2021
Covestro Boosts Film Production with New Lines in Dormagen

New coextrusion lines in Dormagen will create 30 jobs, enhance film quality, and speed up supply. The site includes production, a technical center, and research labs, supporting global expansion efforts.

4 March 2020
Nouryon and INEOS Nitriles Start New Facilities in Germany

The new facilities will produce raw materials for biodegradable chelates, driven by increased demand post-phosphate ban. Completion is expected in 2021-2022, enhancing global supply chain performance.

2 May 2019
Covestro Expands Dormagen Coextrusion Lines

New production lines for polycarbonate films at Dormagen will be completed by end of 2020, creating 50+ jobs. The investment includes latest technology and aims to meet global demand and improve efficiency.

20 April 2018
AkzoNobel and INEOS Partner to Expand Chelates Production

The partnership will see new chelates production facilities at INEOS’s Cologne site, operational by 2020, enhancing sustainability and meeting rising demand due to the European phosphate ban.

22 January 2018
ARLANXEO to Boost Chloroprene Rubber Production in Dormagen

Production capacity in Dormagen will increase to 70,000 tons per year by Q1 2019, driven by strong global demand, especially in Asia. The expansion includes new reactors and process optimization.

About the park

Total area
360 ha
Available area
25 ha

Companies at this park

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