Basic Chemicals news

2 September 2025
ECI Group's Tech Chosen for Vioneo's Antwerp Facility
A new Antwerp plant will produce 110,000 tonnes of green LDPE annually using autoclave technology and green methanol, aiming to lead Europe's shift to sustainable plastics.
2 September 2025
Bondalti Chemicals Launches Chlor-Alkali Plant in Portugal Using Asahi Kasei Technology
The plant uses advanced electrolyzers to enhance efficiency, reduce power use, and support decarbonization, marking a modernization milestone in the chlor-alkali industry.
19 August 2025
Vioneo Partners with Lummus for Fossil-Free Polypropylene Plant
A new plant in Antwerp will produce fossil-free polypropylene using green methanol, renewable electricity, and hydrogen, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting sustainable plastics.
23 July 2025
Solvay Cuts Scope 3 Emissions in France
Biogenic CO₂ from Air Products reduces emissions by 4,000 tons annually at a French plant, enhancing supply reliability and supporting climate goals.
18 July 2025
BASF and Equinor Sign 10-Year Natural Gas Deal
Agreement secures 23 TWh of natural gas annually for BASF, supporting energy needs and sustainability goals. Deliveries start October 2025, enhancing BASF's energy and raw materials strategy.
17 July 2025
INEOS Invests £30M to Cut Hull Site Emissions by 75%
The Hull site now uses hydrogen, reducing emissions by 75%. This aligns with broader decarbonization efforts across UK and Europe, enhancing product sustainability and operational efficiency.

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Owners & Investors

Top 5 companies involved as owner and/or investor in current and planned Basic Chemicals projects:

BASF, Solvay, INEOS, ORLEN, Borealis, Shell, Nouryon, Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Moeve, and TotalEnergies.