Methanol news

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  12 March 2026

  Evos Expands Rotterdam Terminal with New Quay

  Rotterdam adds a quay for methanol and ethanol storage, boosting its role as a key hub for these fuels. Completion is expected by Q1 2028, supporting cleaner maritime fuel initiatives.
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  11 March 2026

  Port of Rotterdam: Demand Uncertainty Delays Hydrogen Terminal Investments

  Investment in hydrogen terminals is stalled due to demand uncertainty, policy clarity, grid congestion, and infrastructure issues, with operations expected post-2030.
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  11 March 2026

  Equinor and Wallenius Wilhelmsen Sign Bio-Methanol Supply Deal

  Bio-methanol will fuel RoRo ships from 2026, reducing emissions and supporting low-carbon logistics in key European ports.
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  4 March 2026

  NEXTCHEM Secures €485M Contract for Hydrogen, Ammonia, Urea, and Methanol Technologies in West Africa

  The project includes hydrogen, ammonia, and urea units across three sites. Engineering has begun, with €10M recognized pre-FID.
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  3 March 2026

  QatarEnergy Halts Downstream Production

  Production of urea, polymers, methanol, aluminum, and other products in Qatar is being stopped. Communication with stakeholders will continue.
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  3 March 2026

  Clariant and Vertimass Partner to Scale CADO Biofuels Technology

  The partnership aims to scale zeolite catalysts for converting biobased alcohols into liquid fuels, combining decades of expertise with innovative technology for sustainable fuel production.

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  2 March 2026

  thyssenkrupp Uhde to Study Biomass-to-Methanol Integration for Nova Sustainable Fuels in Canada

  The study will assess the integration of gasification and methanol synthesis to produce 450,000 metric tons of bio-methanol annually, aiding decarbonization in transportation and shipping.
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  24 February 2026

  Honeywell and Verso Energy Partner to Boost eSAF Production

  Verso Energy will use Honeywell's eFining technology to produce eSAF, reducing GHG emissions by 88% and meeting EU's 2050 fuel requirements.
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  19 February 2026

  LanzaJet Secures $47M in New Funding, Valued at $650M

  Existing investors boost LanzaJet's ATJ technology growth, supporting commercial deployment and securing feedstock supply through a multi-year tolling structure.
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  13 February 2026

  Blue Circle Olefins and Chane Partner for Rotterdam Facility

  They signed a co-siting agreement for a 200 kton olefins facility in Rotterdam, leveraging logistics and storage for renewable methanol feedstocks.
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  10 February 2026

  Exolum Launches UK's First Biomethanol Bunkering at Port of Immingham

  The Port of Immingham now offers bio-methanol bunkering, advancing maritime decarbonization and supporting the UK's clean energy goals.
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  9 February 2026

  MGC Participates in Japan's First Ship-to-Ship Methanol Bunkering in Yokohama

  Japan completes its first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering at Yokohama, using domestically produced biomethanol, marking a key step in promoting methanol as a marine fuel.
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  5 February 2026

  Bio-LNG Bunkering in Rotterdam Increases Sixfold in 2025

  In 2025, Rotterdam saw a rise in LNG and biomethanol bunkering, while bioblended fuels initially dropped but later recovered. The port also conducted its first ammonia bunkering test.
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  29 January 2026

  Eastman Reports Q4 and 2025 Financial Results

  Generated nearly $1B cash, exceeded cost savings goals, increased production, and raised dividends for the 16th year, returning $500M to stockholders.
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  28 January 2026

  ADNOC and TAQA Sign 27-Year Utilities Deal with TA’ZIZ for Ruwais Chemicals Production

  The agreement supports UAE's industrial growth by providing utilities for TA’ZIZ, enabling 4.7 million tonnes of chemicals production annually by 2028.
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  26 January 2026

  Repsol Installs Second 100-MW Electrolyzer at Petronor

  A new 100 MW electrolyzer at Petronor will produce 15,000 tons of renewable hydrogen annually, cutting 167,000 tons of CO₂ emissions and creating 900 jobs. Completion is set for 2029.
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  23 January 2026

  NEXTCHEM and Siemens Energy Enhance Collaboration on Innovative Low-Carbon Solutions

  The MoU aims to develop low-carbon fuels, circular materials, and advanced digital platforms for energy-intensive sectors, enhancing industrial efficiency and sustainability.
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  23 January 2026

  NEXTCHEM and Siemens Energy Enhance Collaboration on Innovative Solutions

  The MoU aims to develop low-carbon solutions, circular materials, and advanced technologies, focusing on energy systems, digital platforms, and industrial efficiency.
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  21 January 2026

  Perpetual Next USA to Build Three Biomethanol Plants in Southeast US

  Three new facilities will process 1M tons of biomass annually, leveraging a blueprint for rapid scaling to meet rising biomethanol demand driven by new policies and industry initiatives.
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  19 January 2026

  EemsGas Secures €30M for Dutch Green Gas Project

  The subsidy supports a plant converting demolition wood to green gas, aligning with energy transition goals and featuring TNO's gasification technology for scalable production.
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  16 January 2026

  thyssenkrupp Recognized by CDP for Climate Transparency

  thyssenkrupp excels in climate transparency, securing a spot on CDP's Climate A List for the tenth year, driven by decarbonization efforts and innovative technologies.
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  22 December 2025

  Perpetual Next Completes €35M Bond Redemption Early

  The company redeems bonds as part of a debt reduction plan, preparing for 2026 growth capital. It is also expanding biomethanol production across Europe and the U.S.
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  12 December 2025

  Topsoe Wins S&P Platts Global Energy Award in Chemicals

  Topsoe's sustainable chemical solutions and innovation in energy transition earn recognition at the S&P Platts Global Energy Awards.
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  9 December 2025

  OCI Global Q3 2025 Update

  OCI sells ammonia business, plans merger with Orascom, and reports financials. Beaumont project nears completion; strategic review yields $11.6B, with $7B distributed to shareholders.
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  27 November 2025

  Momentum Global Ventures Invests €200 Million in Perpetual Next

  Investment funds facility expansion for biomethanol production in Europe and the US, including the world's largest torrefaction reactor, with support from ING Corporate Finance.
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  19 November 2025

  BASF Expands Biomass-Balanced Methanol Certification with ISCC EU

  BASF's methanol now meets four sustainability certifications, aiding chemical and biofuel sectors in reducing fossil use and achieving sustainability goals.
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  17 November 2025

  Verso Energy Awards FEED Contract to Rely for DEZiR Project

  DEZiR eSAF project in France advances to FEED stage, aiming to decarbonize aviation with scalable Methanol-to-Jet production, supported by EU and France 2030 programs.
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  12 November 2025

  Clariant Expands CLARITY Prime Services in China with SECCO

  Clariant signs a 10-year deal to provide AI-driven catalyst monitoring to SECCO's ethylene plant, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and safety.
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  10 November 2025

  Perpetual Next and TSI Begin Production of Largest Torrefaction Reactor

  The reactor, part of a biomethanol blueprint, will produce 80,000 tons of renewable carbon annually, supporting chemical industry and shipping fuel needs.
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  10 November 2025

  Clariant Catalysts to Power Europe's First Waste-to-Methanol Plant

  Ecoplanta will convert municipal waste to methanol using advanced gasification and Clariant catalysts, aiding Europe's energy transition and reducing CO2 emissions by 3.4 million tons in 10 years.