Polybutadiene news

All news on Polybutadiene (also known as (E)-But-2-ene, KRASOL®, RICON®, and POLYVEST®): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies in Europe.

16 July 2025
Evonik Adopts Green Electricity for POLYVEST® in Marl
Green electricity cuts emissions by 25% by 2030. POLYVEST® offers ISCC Plus certified eCO variants. Power Purchase Agreements start in 2025 to enhance sustainable energy sourcing.
13 April 2023
Versalis Invests in Specialized Elastomers Production in Ravenna
The Ravenna site will see an €80M investment to boost production of thermoplastic rubbers, polybutadiene, and SBR for the tire and automotive sectors, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
11 May 2017
Total Reopens Upgraded Carling Petrochemical Complex
The Carling complex in France has been transformed into a leading polymer production site, enhancing competitiveness and avoiding layoffs. New units cater to automotive and healthcare markets.
11 January 2017
Coolrec Opens Plastics Compounding Plant in Emmen
The new plant refines recycled plastic pellets for consumer goods, enhancing sustainability and supporting the circular economy with high-value secondary raw materials.
15 April 2016
Total Cray Valley Starts New Polybutadiene Plant in France
The new plant in Carling will produce liquid polybutadiene, enhancing supply reliability and product range. It is TCV's fifth facility, set to go live in October 2016.
16 April 2015
Total's Refining Strategy: Upgrading Donges, Transforming La Mède
Investing €600M to upgrade Donges and transform La Mède into a biorefinery, ensuring long-term profitability and adapting to market trends without layoffs or forced relocations.

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30 May 2012
LANXESS Invests €30M in French Tire Rubber Site
The investment aims to boost productivity and energy efficiency for producing Nd-PBR and SSBR rubbers, essential for "green tires," driven by rising global demand and new EU tire labeling laws.