Physically Reprocessed Plastics news

• 31 May 2025

  Borealis Invests EUR 100M in New HMS PP Line in Germany

  The new line will triple HMS PP capacity, supporting recyclable solutions in consumer, automotive, and construction sectors, enhancing sustainability and performance.
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  29 April 2025

  Vioneo selects Wood for fossil-free plastics plant design in Belgium

  The plant will produce 300 ktpa of carbon-negative plastics from green methanol, reducing Scope 3 emissions and ensuring sustainable feedstock supply.
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  31 March 2025

  Kazakhstan Begins Construction on Major Polyethylene Plant in Atyrau

  The plant will produce 1.25M tons of polyethylene annually by 2029, creating 8,000 construction jobs and 800 operational jobs, boosting Kazakhstan's economy and reducing import reliance.
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  21 March 2025

  Aquafil Launches Demo Plant for Nylon Fiber Separation in Slovenia

  The demo plant enables effective separation of elastic fiber from nylon, advancing recycling and reducing waste in textiles, with plans for large-scale industrialization.
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  3 March 2025

  OMV and ADNOC to Form $60 Billion Polyolefins Leader

  The new entity will be the fourth-largest globally, acquiring Nova Chemicals, with headquarters in Vienna and Abu Dhabi, and aims for significant growth and synergies. Completion by Q1 2026.
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  19 January 2025

  CARBIOS delays Longlaville plant construction by 6-9 months due to financing

  Discussions with stakeholders continue; state aid pending EU approval. Cash reserves and strategic adjustments ensure financial stability. New interim CEO appointed.

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  26 October 2024

  Eni Unveils Versalis Transformation Plan, Closing Italian Plants for Decarbonization

  The plan invests €2B to cut emissions, shift to sustainable chemistry, and reduce exposure to declining basic chemicals, aiming for a high-value downstream portfolio by 2029.
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  6 October 2024

  Vioneo to produce fossil-free plastics from green methanol in Antwerp

  The project aims to cut CO2 emissions, create jobs, and needs stakeholder support, regulatory backing, and customer commitment for success.
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  29 September 2024

  CARBIOS and Selenis Partner to Produce Sustainable PETG for Cosmetics and Healthcare

  The partnership leverages enzymatic depolymerization and polymerization expertise to create sustainable PETG from PET waste, meeting high standards for cosmetics and healthcare packaging.
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  25 September 2024

  Sinopec and Técnicas Reunidas JV awarded petrochemical project in Kazakhstan

  The €2.3B steam cracker project in Atirau will use local gas to produce 1,300 kta of ethylene. Completion is expected by 2028, with Lummus Technologies as the technology licensor.
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  17 September 2024

  Kazakhstan Begins Construction of Atyrau Polyethylene Plant

  The plant will produce 1.25 MT of polyethylene annually by 2029, creating 8,000 construction jobs and 800 permanent jobs, boosting GDP by 1.2%, and reducing import dependency.
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  10 September 2024

  LYB Acquires APK AG Recycling Technology

  The acquisition enhances LYB's Circular and Low Carbon Solutions with APK's solvent-based recycling tech, aiming to boost recycling of flexible plastic waste and meet sustainability goals.
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  4 September 2024

  Lummus Technology to Supply Ethylene Unit for Kazakhstan's First Polyethylene Plant

  The plant in Atyrau will boost Kazakhstan's economy, create jobs, and use advanced technology to convert ethane to ethylene, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions.
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  8 August 2024

  CARBIOS and FCC Environment to Develop UK PET Biorecycling Plant

  The project aims to use enzymatic depolymerization to recycle hard-to-recycle PET waste, supporting the UK's circular economy and enhancing waste management efficiency.
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  25 June 2024

  Braskem and TNO Partner to Enhance Polyolefin Recycling

  The partnership aims to advance Möbius dissolution-based recycling technology, improving plastic residue purification and sustainability, yielding near-virgin grade polymer resin for broader applications.
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  5 June 2024

  Borealis to Install Recyclate-Based Polyolefins Line in Belgium

  The new line will use Borcycle™ M technology to convert recycled waste into high-quality polypropylene and polyethylene, enhancing recycling capacity and supporting a circular economy for plastics.
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  31 May 2024

  RCS Expands with New Recycling Plant in Nordkirchen

  A new plant in Nordkirchen will recycle disposable bottles into rPET, reducing primary raw material use and CO2 emissions. The facility will include halls, silos, offices, and parking spaces.
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  30 May 2024

  L’OCCITANE and CARBIOS Unveil 100% Enzymatically Recycled PET Bottle

  A new PET bottle made from enzymatic recycling showcases a European circular economy, reducing CO2 emissions by 57% and aiming for 100% recycled PET in retail bottles by 2027.
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  30 May 2024

  Freepoint Eco-Systems and North Sea Port to Develop Advanced Plastics Recycling Facility in Belgium

  The facility will recycle 80,000 metric tons of plastic annually, with future expansion to 160,000 tons. Construction starts post-permitting in 2025, supporting circular economy and low-carbon goals.
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  18 May 2024

  Sinopec to Partner with SIBUR on Polyethylene Project in Kazakhstan

  KazMunayGas and Sinopec signed an agreement for a polyethylene project in Atyrau, with a final investment decision expected in 2024. The project aims to leverage Sinopec's expertise and technology.
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  25 April 2024

  CARBIOS Breaks Ground on PET Biorecycling Plant in France

  The plant will process 50,000 tons of PET waste annually, creating 150 jobs. It uses enzymatic depolymerization to recycle PET, reducing reliance on oil and supporting a circular economy.
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  17 January 2024

  Braskem and Shell to Produce Circular Polypropylene from Plastic Waste

  Shell will convert pyrolysis oils into circular feedstocks, which Braskem will use to produce circular polypropylene, supporting sustainability and circular economy goals.
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  26 October 2023

  Carbios Secures Permits for First PET Biorecycling Plant in France

  Construction starts on the world's first PET biorecycling plant in Longlaville, France, with a 2025 commissioning target. The plant will process 50,000 tons of PET waste annually, creating 150 jobs.
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  4 October 2023

  Coca-Cola Romania Launches In-House rPET Manufacturing

  Coca-Cola's new Ploiesti unit produces recycled PET for beverage packaging, supporting a circular economy and reducing carbon emissions. The investment aligns with Romania's Guarantee-Return System.
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  12 September 2023

  Repsol Expands Sines Chemicals Complex

  The expansion includes new polyethylene and polypropylene plants, creating jobs and focusing on sustainability, decarbonization, and advanced technologies for a competitive, integrated, and flexible site.
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  5 September 2023

  LyondellBasell to Close One of Two Polypropylene Units in Brindisi

  Consultations with unions begin over potential redundancies. The closure aims to address strategic and financial challenges, focusing on higher value markets. Supply to customers will continue.
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  24 July 2023

  gr3n and Intecsa Industrial to Build Spain's First Microwave-Assisted PET Depolymerization Plant

  The new plant will produce 40,000 tons of virgin-like PET by 2027, using innovative recycling technology to process various PET waste, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting a circular economy.
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  19 July 2023

  LyondellBasell Acquires 50% of Stiphout Industries

  The acquisition supports LyondellBasell's recycling strategy, leveraging synergies with existing assets and expanding the CirculenRecover portfolio to meet circular and low-carbon goals.