BASF to reach milestone of MDI capacity expansion project at Geismar site
The first phase of a new methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) synthesis unit at BASF’s Geismar, Louisiana site is complete and
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IGM Resins to successfully produce first batch of photoinitiator in Anqing
IGM Resins announced that on November 23rd 2020, precisely 13 months after the formal groundbreaking ceremony, the first batch of photoinitiator was
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LANXESS to increase black pigment capacity
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS has expanded its capacity for black synthetic iron oxide pigments at its Krefeld-Uerdingen site by more
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BASF to expand its manufacturing footprint for coatings additives in China
New capacities focus on producing high-quality products with advanced manufacturing technologies Expansion provides additional support to growing markets in Asia
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WACKER to Invest in New Production Line for Silicone Specialties at Nünchritz Site
The Munich-based chemical company WACKER is to begin construction on a new production line for silane-terminated polymers at its site
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Siegwerk Turkey finished biggest reconstructions in its history setting new production standards going forward
By investing in the reconstruction of its local site near Istanbul, Siegwerk Turkey paved the way for further growth by
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WACKER to Expand Capacity for Polymer Products at Nanjing
WACKER INVESTS AROUND USD 100 MILLION IN ITS INTEGRATED PRODUCTION SITE IN NANJING NEW REACTOR FOR DISPERSIONS AND NEW SPRAY
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AkzoNobel to boost powder coatings capacity and to accelerate shift to greener production
AkzoNobel is investing €20 million to increase powder coatings capacity at its site in Como, Italy – signaling the company’s
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Hempel to continue to invest in the Chinese market and innovation
Today, global coatings manufacturer Hempel celebrated a significant milestone in China when it held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new
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Henkel Adhesive Technologies to expand UV capabilities
Henkel Adhesive Technologies, a market leader of high-impact solutions in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, recently broke ground for a
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Nouryon to strengthen US Expancel position with new Midwest production facility
Nouryon has selected Green Bay, Wisconsin, US as the location for a new facility to produce its Expancel expandable microspheres.
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AkzoNobel to make waves in China with water-based renewal of major plant
As Chinese customers and consumers demand more eco-premium water-based decorative paints, AkzoNobel’s Guangzhou plant aims to deliver. A huge automation
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Nouryon to build state-of-the-art hydroperoxide facility in Ningbo, China
The manufacturing facility is scheduled to be completed in the second half of 2021 and will have an annual capacity
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Nouryon to complete organic peroxides expansion in Brazil
Nouryon has completed a project to more than double capacity for organic peroxides at its plant in Itupeva, Brazil. The
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BYK to inaugurate its newest production and research facility in Gonzales, Texas
BYK inaugurated its newest production and research facility in Gonzales, Texas in February. The flexible manufacturing facility produces high-quality organoclays
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BASF to invest in the expansion of polyurethane dispersion business in Europe: 30% increase in production capacity
30 percent increase in production capacity for water-based polyurethane dispersions BASF meets rising demand for polyurethane dispersions BASF announced a
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BASF to expand production capacity for Irganox® 1520L in Pontecchio Marconi, Italy: Annual capacity expansion of 20%
Investment meets increasing global demand Annual capacity expansion of 20% Startup planned for the first quarter of 2021 BASF plans
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Eastman to Expand Manufacturing Facility in Dresden to Support New Coating and Laminating Line for Film
Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE: EMN) today announced a capacity expansion at its Dresden, Germany, manufacturing facility to support a new
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Nucor Steel Arkansas to Add Coil Paint Line: A capacity of 250,000 tons per year
Nucor Corporation’s Board of Directors has approved an expansion project which will add a coil paint line at the company’s
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BASF to inaugurate the second phase of its new antioxidants manufacturing plant in Shanghai: An annual capacity of 42,000 tons
New synthesis plant to support fast-growing antioxidants market in China World-scale plant with a capacity of 42,000 tons per year
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BASF to double production capacity of automotive refinish coatings at Jiangmen site, China
Additional capacity to support market growth and customers across the region Start-up planned for 2022 World-class site with high standards for safety and
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BASF to double production capacity for polymer dispersions in Dahej, India
Enhanced production line will serve growing demand in South Asia, with operations beginning by 2021 Investment to expand production capacity
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IGM officially broke ground on its new production facility in China to focus on UV/EB technology
The official ground-breaking ceremony for IGM’s new greenfield site in Anqing, Anhui Province in China took place on 23rd October. The
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WACKER to Start Up New Silicon-Metal Production Facility in Norway: A total of around €100 million investment
Wacker Chemie AG’s new silicon-metal production plant officially went on stream at the Holla site in Norway today, following two
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Perstorp breaks ground in India to significantly boost Penta business
New Gujarat Penta plant will secure a long-term presence in the growth region of Asia. Our state-of-the-art plant for production
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Arkema to start up a new 90,000-ton per year acrylic acid reactor in the United States
Arkema has successfully brought on stream, and on schedule, a new 90,000-ton per year acrylic acid reactor at its Clear
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Merck to Expand and to Modernize Effect Pigments Production
Investment program will expand production capacity and enhance manufacturing processes Topping out ceremony for new Silica flake production facilities Merck,
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WACKER to Launch Production of Pyrogenic Silica in the US
PRODUCTION PLANT HAS AN ANNUAL CAPACITY OF 13,000 METRIC TONS US$150 MILLION INVESTMENT CLOSES MATERIAL LOOPS, ENHANCES SUPPLY CHAINS AND
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Huntsman to Open New Polyurethanes Systems House in Dubai
Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) announced the opening of its new polyurethanes systems house in Dubai. Situated within the Jebel Ali
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BASF to start construction of new surface treatment site for its Chemetall brand in Pinghu, China
Expands production capacity to support growing demand across multiple segments in China Manufacturing start-up planned for Q1 2021 The Surface
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