Propylene news (page 2)

All news on Propylene (also known as Propene): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies in Europe.
Propylene is part of the Olefins.

13 March 2015
Shell Chemicals Enhances Wesseling Plant Efficiency
Upgrades at the Wesseling plant have improved energy efficiency, increased production by 15%, and enhanced feedstock flexibility, making the facility more competitive.
15 August 2014
SABIC Converts Teesside Plant to US Shale Gas
The conversion will secure the plant's future, support 4,000 supply chain jobs, and enhance competitiveness. Government backing includes €11m from the Regional Growth Fund.
1 January 2013
10-Year Milestone for Tarragona PDH Plant
The Tarragona PDH plant, operational since 2003, has produced over 2 million tons of propylene, creating 100 jobs. It supplies propylene to local polypropylene manufacturers.
5 March 2009
BASF and Dow Complete Start-Up of HPPO Plant in Antwerp
The world's largest HPPO plant is now operational, offering significant economic and environmental benefits, including reduced wastewater, lower energy usage, and simplified raw material integration.
19 February 2004
Technip Secures €260M Contract to Upgrade Normandy Refinery
The contract includes engineering, procurement, and construction of a distillate hydrocracking unit and a hydrogen production unit, aiming to reduce heavy fuel oil output and minimize environmental impact.

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