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Polyolefins news
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15 February 2023
Grupa Azoty's Polimery Police Plant Nears Completion
The new plant in Police, Poland, is 99% complete. It will produce phthalate-free, low-volatile polypropylene for various industries. Key permits and registrations are finalized, marking the project's final phase.
8 February 2023
LyondellBasell and KIRKBI Invest in APK for Recycling Technology
The investment aims to enhance solvent-based recycling for LDPE, increasing recycling of multi-layer packaging and supporting a circular economy with high-quality recycled materials.
2 February 2023
Repsol Invests in Circular Economy at Puertollano Complex
A new recycled plastics line at Puertollano will double capacity, create 200 jobs, and align with EU recycling targets. The site will also host Spain's first polyurethane foam recovery plant.
17 January 2023
PureCycle to Build First European Recycling Plant in Belgium
The new plant in Antwerp-Bruges' NextGen District will recycle 59,000 metric tons of polypropylene annually, with potential expansion. Construction starts post-permitting in 2024, creating 65-70 jobs.
22 December 2022
Polimery Police Nears Completion with First Propane Delivery
The first 22,000 tonnes of propane have been delivered to the new gas terminal in Police, Poland, marking a key milestone in the final phase of the Polimery Police chemical complex project.
25 November 2022
TotalEnergies Expands Recycled Polymer Production for Automotive in France
A new line at Carling will produce 15,000 tons/year of recycled polypropylene for automotive, addressing circular economy challenges and meeting high-quality standards. Commissioning is set for 2024.
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13 October 2022
TotalEnergies and Indaver Sign Agreement for Recycled Petrochemical Feedstock
The agreement involves purchasing petrochemical feedstock from recycled mixed polyolefins waste, processed into high-quality circular polymers suitable for demanding applications, including food-grade packaging.
27 September 2022
Indaver Begins Construction of Plastics Recycling Plant in Antwerp
The new facility will recycle 65,000 tonnes of plastics, create 50 jobs, and receive €10.5M in government support. It aims to meet EU recycling goals and significantly reduce CO2 emissions.
15 June 2022
Indaver and INEOS Styrolution Sign Agreement for Recycled Styrene Monomer Plant in Antwerp
The agreement enables production of polystyrene from recycled feedstock, reducing waste and fossil use. The new plant will meet food-grade standards and start production in 2024.
2 June 2022
Repsol to Invest €105M in UHMWPE Plant in Spain
The new plant, operational by end of 2024, will produce 15,000 tons annually using DSM technology. UHMWPE's applications include battery separators, construction, protection gear, and medical devices.
19 April 2022
Morssinkhof - Rymoplast Invests €30M to Expand Film Recycling in Germany
A new 8,700 m² facility in Markranstädt will recycle 30,000 tonnes of plastic film annually, create 45 jobs, and enhance regional growth and sustainability. Completion expected by Q1 2023.
18 January 2022
TotalEnergies Boosts High-Performance Polymer Production in Belgium
A new reactor in Belgium enhances polymer production for specialty markets like automotive and medical, meeting high-quality standards and reducing carbon footprints.
13 October 2021
Repsol and Portugal Sign €657M Investment for Sines Complex Expansion
The €657M investment will expand the Sines Industrial Complex with two new plants for recyclable polymeric materials, creating jobs and enhancing Portugal's industrial and economic landscape.
7 October 2021
LUKOIL Upgrades Stavrolen Plant with Second Gas Processing Unit
The new unit will boost gas utilization to 5 bcm/year, increasing ethylene, polyethylene, and polypropylene production. This aligns with energy transition goals and benefits the Stavropol region economically.
21 July 2021
McDermott Wins Contract for Baltic Chemical Plant Polyethylene Project
McDermott will provide engineering and procurement for a spent caustic treatment solution at the world's largest polyethylene project in Russia, enhancing annual production to 3 million tons.
9 July 2021
Repsol to Expand Sines Complex with €657M Investment
Two new polymer plants in Sines will produce 100% recyclable materials for specialized applications, enhancing integration, efficiency, and job creation, aligned with energy transition goals.
6 May 2021
LyondellBasell Begins Polymer Production from Plastic Waste in Germany
The new polymers, made from plastic waste, are marketed under the Circulen brand, certified by ISCC PLUS, and aim to reduce CO2 emissions and fossil-based raw material use.
1 March 2021
Polimery Police PDH/PP Plant, Poland
Located in Police, Poland, this project will produce 400,000 tons of polypropylene annually. It marks the largest petrochemical plant construction in Poland and a significant entry into the EU market.
2 November 2020
Lummus to Provide 14 Ethylene Cracking Furnaces to Baltic Chemical Plant
Lummus will supply cracking furnaces for a Gas Chemical Complex in Russia, enhancing ethylene production. The project emphasizes efficiency, eco-friendliness, and strategic partnerships.
28 July 2020
Celanese to Open Compounding Center in Forli, Italy
The new center will consolidate operations from Germany and Italy to optimize manufacturing and enhance Celanese's competitive position. Transition to complete in 12-24 months, ensuring smooth employee transition.
11 June 2020
Mitsui Chemicals Opens First European PP Compounding Site
The new site in the Netherlands integrates research, production, and sales, enhancing lightweighting solutions for automakers. Despite COVID-19, demand for PP compounds in auto parts is expected to grow.
31 March 2020
Rompetrol Petromidia Refinery Approves Two New Projects
Two projects worth $43M will enhance diesel and jet fuel production and increase polymer output by 30%, boosting local energy security and economic contributions. Completion expected by 2022.
30 January 2020
Celanese to Acquire Elotex from Nouryon
The acquisition includes global production facilities, product portfolio, and customer agreements. It aims to enhance Celanese's emulsions business and support growth in construction materials.
16 January 2020
WuXi Biologics Acquires Bayer's Drug Plant in Germany
The plant will serve as a back-up site for Kovaltry™ production. The deal includes equipment purchase and a long-term lease. Financial details undisclosed.
14 December 2019
Mitsui Prime Advanced Composites Europe to Boost Growth with New R&D and Production Facility
The new facility in the Netherlands will enhance lightweight polypropylene production for the automotive sector, leveraging local talent, logistics, and R&D collaboration at Brightlands.
4 November 2019
Alpla Enters HDPE Recycling
The company expands its recycling operations by acquiring two Spanish HDPE recycling plants, increasing capacity to 35,000 tonnes annually, and aims to enhance sustainable packaging production.
1 November 2019
PQ Group Holdings Expands Catalyst Portfolio with INEOS Agreement
The agreement enhances PQ's catalyst offerings and customer reach, while INEOS gains product breadth, benefiting both companies and their customers.
4 October 2019
Borealis Invests in Ecoplast to Boost Plastics Recycling
A new PE film recycling line in Wildon, Austria, increases production capacity by 60%, enhancing recycling efficiency and quality, and supporting circular economy goals.
20 September 2019
LyondellBasell Expands Knapsack Polypropylene Facility
The Knapsack site now has a total annual capacity of over 200 kt, supporting demand for lightweight polymers in automotive and electrical applications, adding 12 jobs with the new production line.
5 September 2019
RHI to Invest $1.2 Billion in Turkish Petrochemicals Plant
The new plant in Ceyhan will produce 450,000 tonnes of polypropylene annually, reducing Turkey’s deficit by $450-$500 million. Operational by 2023, the contract was signed on November 28, 2018.
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