Chloromethane news

All news on Chloromethane (also known as Methyl chloride): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies in Europe.

16 September 2025
INEOS Inovyn Mothballs Tavaux Chloromethane Facility
Due to weak demand and high costs, production shifts to Rosignano, Italy, to minimize customer impact.
5 April 2019
Nouryon Expands Chloromethanes Capacity in Germany
Construction starts in May to boost chloromethanes capacity in Frankfurt, with completion in 2020. The project will increase methyl chloride production by over 30% and enhance supply reliability.
4 July 2018
AkzoNobel to Expand Chloromethanes Capacity in Frankfurt
Design work has begun for a second expansion to increase chloromethanes capacity by 50% over five years, enhancing supply reliability and energy efficiency for pharmaceutical and other industries.
16 October 2017
AkzoNobel to Expand Chloromethanes Capacity
The expansion in Germany aims to meet growing demand in pharmaceuticals and electronics, improve productivity, and enhance supply chain benefits for customers.
6 May 2014
AkzoNobel Opens Energy-Efficient Chlorine Plant in Germany
The new plant in Frankfurt boosts chlorine capacity by 50%, cuts ecological footprint by 20%, and reduces energy use by 30% per ton. It supports sustainability and strengthens market position.
1 February 2011
AkzoNobel Invests EUR 140M to Upgrade Chlorine Production
The upgrade to membrane electrolysis tech will boost capacity by 50%, cut eco-footprint by 30%, and meet strong demand. The new plant will start in Q4 2013, increasing annual chlorine output to 250 kilotons.

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