Vioneo’s journey to a fossil-free plastics industry
In the heart of Antwerp, a groundbreaking initiative is taking shape: chemical company Vioneo, founded by A.P. Moller Holding is laying the groundwork for a fossil-free plastics production facility. It does this with the support of Sweco’s engineering and consulting expertise.
Set to be operational by 2028, this innovative plant will produce approximately 300,000 tonnes of fossil-free plastics annually, slashing CO2 emissions by a staggering 1.5 million tonnes each year.
By pioneering the low-carbon production of polypropylene (PP) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE) using green methanol, this project demonstrates the tangible impact of the green transition, positioning Europe as a leader in defossilising the global plastics industry.
Hans Van der Heyden, Team Manager License to Operate: “Wow, what a day it was when Vioneo unveiled its project in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges. And we are very excited to bring our permitting expertise to this game- changing project!”
From vision to reality
Sweco’s Permit Quick Scan has already provided promising insights, ensuring a strong start of the project. As the project evolves, our team of industry and energy experts will play a pivotal role in:
- Guiding the permitting process.
- Solving environmental issues.
- Helping select and evaluate FEED contractors for top-quality proposals.
- Acting as Engineering Support Team to uphold technical excellence across all deliverables.
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This collaboration exemplifies how innovation, expertise, and sustainability can converge to address one of the world’s most pressing challenges. Not tomorrow, but already today.
