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Borealis to build new, world-scale 750,000 tonne/year propane dehydrogenation (PDH) plant in Belgium
The PDH plant will have a targeted production capacity of 750,000 tonne per year, making it one of the largest and most efficient facilities in the world. The Borealis Kallo location was selected due to its excellent logistical position, its experience in propylene production and handling and the synergies with the existing PDH unit.
Completion Ceremony Held for New AA/SAP Nippon Shokubai plants in Antwerp
“We newly constructed a plant of AA which is the main raw material for SAP, although we had produced only SAP at NSE before. Now we are able to produce AA and SAP consistently here, and this vertical integration is one of our big advantages,” said Yujiro Goto, the president of Nippon Shokubai.
Hexcel Officially Opens New Plant in France to Meet Growing Demand for Advanced Composites
The site is increasing Hexcel’s global carbon fiber production capacity. Hexcel invested 200 million Euros in the plant that will generate 120 direct and 250 indirect jobs.
CABB Group invests in growth and flexibility on the Gersthofen and Knapsack sites
Growth and flexibility for MCA and derivatives: CABB invests double-digit million euros
DSM expands its sustainable liquid polyester production capacity and other specialty resins in Meppen
This completed expansion follows the strong growth in our can and coil coatings segment in recent years, with growth driven by the market shift from epoxy-based packaging coatings toward new more sustainable bisphenol (BPA)-free solutions.
Momentive Opens New NXT Silane Manufacturing Facility In Leverkusen, Germany
The new, state-of-the-art production plant, will service leading tire and automotive customers that rely on NXT silanes to help them produce tires with lower rolling resistance, as well as advanced wet traction and overall performance.
Solvay raises structural adhesives capacity with new automated UK plant, supporting acceleration of customers’ aerospace programs
Together with the existing plant in Havre De Grace, United States, this investment broadens Solvay’s footprint and strengthens its leadership position in this growing and demanding global market.