Bitumen news

All news on Bitumen: plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies in Europe.

2 July 2025
ORLEN and Naftogaz Sign New Gas Supply Deal
140 million cubic metres of U.S. LNG will be supplied to Ukraine, enhancing energy security and supporting EU goals.
15 February 2021
EFRA Project at Gdansk Refinery
The EFRA Project boosts product yield, modernizes refining, and increases margins. It secures financing, ensures market for new products, and enhances production flexibility and competitiveness.
19 October 2020
MOL Group Opens Rubber Bitumen Plant in Hungary
The new plant recycles 8-10% of Hungary's tire waste, produces 20,000 tons annually, and preserves 100+ jobs. It supports road construction and offers new business opportunities in surrounding countries.
29 June 2019
Grupa LOTOS EFRA Project's Key Unit Reaches Ready For Start-Up Phase
The Delayed Coking Unit at the Gdansk refinery is ready for commissioning, promising higher efficiency, cleaner production, and increased refining margins. Employee training and job creation are ongoing.
2 May 2019
MOL Builds New Rubber-Bitumen Plant in Hungary
The new plant will produce 20,000 tons of rubber-bitumen annually, recycling 3,000 tons of rubber scrap and supporting 100 refinery jobs. It addresses increased demand and enhances road durability.
3 March 2017
EFRA Project Hits Midway at Gdansk Refinery
The EFRA Project has completed 50% of its design, supply, and construction work, with significant progress in heavy lifting, procurement, and assembly, aiming for completion by Q2 2018.

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12 September 2013
MOL Rubber Bitumen Production at Zala Refinery
After extensive R&D, a new plant at Zala Refinery produces eco-friendly rubber bitumen from used tires, offering longer-lasting, low-maintenance roads. The project received partial funding from GOP.