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Propylene glycol news
All news on
Propylene glycol
(also known as
1,2-Propanediol
,
Monopropylene glycol
,
DOWFROST LC
,
DOWFROST™ LC
, and
DOWFROST HD
): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.
18 May 2026
Dow launches Coolant Care Network for data center liquid cooling
End-to-end coolant management for data centers: approved labs and service providers, centralized data review, expert analysis and field support to improve uptime and cut operational risk.
13 May 2026
Avantium sells Ray Technology IP to UPM
Sale transfers Ray Technology patents for bio-based MEG/MPG (up to end‑2023). Seller refocuses on FDCA/PEF; €2.7M proceeds used to repay debt (€2.0M) and dismantle pilot (€0.7M).
19 December 2025
UPM's Leuna Biorefinery Begins Commercial Production of Bio-based Chemicals
The biorefinery produces industrial sugars, enabling renewable glycols and lignin fillers, supporting the shift from fossil to bio-based materials, with full operations expected by 2026.
11 December 2025
UPM Unveils Bio-Based, NIR-Detectable, Carbon-Negative Pigment for Packaging
UPM's new pigment, derived from lignin, offers recyclability and a carbon-negative footprint, addressing black packaging's recycling challenges and supporting sustainable packaging solutions.
17 June 2025
UPM Leuna Biorefinery Earns Triple Sustainability Certification
The biorefinery uses certified sustainable wood to produce biochemicals, supporting responsible sourcing and brand trust, with production starting in late 2025.
3 February 2025
UPM Biochemicals partners with Bilfinger for biorefinery maintenance
A new biorefinery in Leuna will produce 220,000 tons of hardwood-based biochemicals annually, using sustainable forestry and advanced maintenance for efficient, eco-friendly operations.
Propylene glycol manufacturers top 3
Dow Chemical
BASF
LYB
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7 November 2024
Clariant boosts recycled MPG storage for deicing in Sweden
New tanks in Uddevalla enhance recycled MPG use, cutting carbon footprint and Scope 3 emissions, supporting circular economy and sustainability in deicing products.
29 August 2022
UPM Biorefinery Progress in Leuna
The Leuna biorefinery will produce sustainable glycols and lignin-based fillers by late 2023. BioMEG and BioMPG will support various industries, promoting renewable circularity in the chemicals value chain.
24 November 2020
Braskem and Haldor Topsoe produce bio-based MEG from sugar
The first demo-scale production of bio-based MEG from sugar has been achieved. The next phase involves testing and validation for potential commercial deployment.
30 January 2020
UPM Invests in Biorefinery to Replace Fossil Raw Materials
The biorefinery in Leuna, Germany will produce 100% wood-based biochemicals, targeting a 14% ROCE. It aims to replace fossil materials in various industries, leveraging sustainable wood supply.
7 March 2019
Braskem and Haldor Topsoe Launch Renewable MEG Demo Unit in Denmark
A new demo unit in Denmark converts sugar into renewable MEG, aiming to reduce production costs and enhance sustainability in the chemical industry. The global MEG market is valued at $25 billion.
24 October 2017
UPM Advances Sustainable Biochemicals
Evaluating a biorefinery in Germany, the project aims to convert wood into bio-monoethylene glycol, bio-monopropylene glycol, and lignin, reducing CO2 footprint and not competing with food production.
31 May 2017
Kilfrost Boosts European Winter Readiness
A new plant in Antwerp will produce de- and anti-icing fluids, enhancing supply security and flexibility. This investment addresses past supply challenges and strengthens market position.
