Projects targeting propylene glycol

chemXplore tracks 4 projects targeting propylene glycol, of which one has not started up yet.

1 Commissioning & Start-up

1 new construction.

Expected start-ups per year.

Owners and developers: UPM (1)

Investors: UPM (1)

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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.

23 July 2026

UPM H1 2026: Q2 EBIT up 71%; plywood demerger approved and graphic paper JV agreed

Q2 comparable EBIT rose 71% to €212m; portfolio moves include a graphic paper joint venture and approved demerger of the plywood unit.
22 June 2026

Symrise earns CDP A for supplier engagement and Scope 3 transparency

Top CDP 'A' for supplier engagement and Scope 3 transparency; launched CO2 data platform with CO2 AI; flagged propylene glycol as a low‑carbon feedstock; 2028 plan for sustainable raw‑material use.
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.

Propylene glycol manufacturers top 3

BASF
LYB
Dow Chemical

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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.
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.