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Top List of Catalyst Manufacturers Set to Expand
Top List of Catalyst Manufacturers Set to Expand
The global catalyst manufacturing market, in particular for heterogeneous (solid) catalysts is fairly consolidated with the largest few “Tier 1” players, (BASF, Clariant, Heraeus, Johnson Matthey, Sinopec and Topsoe) plus various small-to-medium-sized players sharing most of the market between them. It has been clear for some time that this market, which is currently worth some $34.5 billion and will surpass $50 bn by the end of this decade, has room for more players. (The Catalyst Group Resources (TCGR), 2022)
Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) recently announced a strategic project to manufacture catalysts aimed at enabling the manufacture of specialised materials for production of petrochemicals in Saudi Arabia in line with the national industrial strategy and the Shareek investment program. SABIC fully acquired its JV company with Shell (Scientific Design) in 2022 which manufactures ethylene oxide (EO) catalysts. EO is a key intermediate in the production of monoethylene glycol (MEG) which is one of the two key chemical building blocks for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) which is used to make both beverage bottles and clothes/textiles. SABIC intends to build three new catalyst plants for chemical and polymer catalysts and is liaising with the Shareek program to ensure it is aligned on goals for expansion of chemical and polymer manufacturing in the Kingdom. (Bailey, 2023)
Other companies expanding their catalyst manufacturing include Metalor which was founded in the canton of Neuchâtel (Switzerland) in 1852. It provides precious metals refining, advanced coatings, electrotechnics and a portfolio of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts, for the chemicals and pharmaceuticals fine chemical sector. It purchased a new site in Lyss, Switzerland for production of chemical catalysts in 2020. Its heterogeneous catalyst range is marketed under the brand name Lyscat and mainly consists of platinum and palladium supported catalysts. Metalor also has five LBMA-certified refineries on three continents. Meanwhile its parent company – Tanaka Precious Metals, HQ’d in Tokyo manufacturers and sells a range of precious metals compounds which can be used for homogeneous catalysts. It is very strong in the markets for Ir, Rh and Ru catalysts and has a significant market share especially in Japan. Tanaka also sells heterogenous catalysts for reforming. (Lynch, 2023)
The catalyst market is set to grow in line with the increased need to meet petrochemical and polymer demand as well as new applications sustainability. Many catalyst customers are conscious of the high level of consolidation in the industry and welcome the news that more providers are entering the market or expanding on their existing positions.
Bailey, M. (2023, March 3). Chemeng Online. Retrieved from Trade.gov: https://www.chemengonline.com/sabic-announces-strategic-catalyst-manufacturing-initiative/
Lynch, M. K. (2023). Homogeneous PGM Catalysts – Markets and Technologies. Solihull: Enabled Future Limited.
The Catalyst Group Resources (TCGR). (2022, June 17). The Intelligence Report: Business Shifts in the Global Catalytic Process Industries, 2021-2027. Retrieved from The Catalyst Group: https://www.catalystgrp.com/multiclient_studies/the-intelligence-report-business-shifts-in-the-global-catalytic-process-industries-2021-2027/
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Enabled Future Limited CEO to Present at ACI Battery Recycling Europe, London
Enabled Future Limited CEO to Present at ACI Battery Recycling Europe, London
Enable Future Limited CEO – Dr Michelle Lynch, CChem FRSC – will be presenting at the forthcoming ACI Battery Recycling Europe event in London on 1st-2nd March 2023.
The title of her presentation is “Recycling of Ni and Co Free Batteries”. This important topic will look at the technical processes needed to recycle battery materials which contain little or no nickel including LFP and Mn-rich LNMO. In addition it will consider how recycled materials make their way back into fresh battery cells. The need to meet demand for battery materials in Europe is a key driver for recycling, however there are several barriers to capacity builds. The use of sustainable sources of battery metals such as from mine tailings will also be discussed.
This presentation will take a holistic view of the industry and examine how globalized structures can enable or inhibit circularity in battery production and present ideas for how to move forward with successful battery recycling and circularity projects.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Enabled Future Limited CEO to Present at Hydrogen Tech Expo, Telford
Enabled Future Limited CEO to Present at Hydrogen Tech Expo, Telford
Enabled Future Limited’s CEO Dr Michelle Lynch, CChem FRSC is due to present at the forthcoming Hydrogen Tech Expo in Telford, UK on 30th March, 2023.
The title of her speech is “Critical Resource Management for Hydrogen Fuel Cells and Electrolysers”
There are many critical resources required for this industry to take off including renewable electricity generation, scale-up of hydrogen fuel cells and electrolysers, production of system components, electrode catalyst materials, additives, specialty polymers and membrane materials. As a resource-intensive industry, much planning will be required in the supply chain to ensure that demand can be met. Additionally, the recycling infrastructure must be in place to allow for processing of manufacturing scrap and eventually end-of-life (EoL) units.
This presentation will cover these aspects and point to the most critical and high-priority areas which need to be tackled.
We look forward to meeting you in Telford in March!
Enabled Future Limited to Exhibit at Battery Tech Expo, Silverstone
Enabled Future Limited to Exhibit at Battery Tech Expo, Silverstone
Enabled Future Limited will have an exhibition stand at the forthcoming Battery Tech Expo in Silverstone on 20th April 2023.
This event is free for attendees and has an excellent speaker line up with over 40 presentations. There will be 100 exhibitors and 2,000 professionals from the battery industry have already registered attend.
We will be at stand M12 in the Mezzanine. If you are coming, please drop by and say hello!
New Solar Power Recycling (SPR) Tracker Available
Enabled Future Limited has a brand new solar photovoltaic recycling tracker
EFL has developed a new solar PV recycling (SPR) tracker product. This is one of a number of trackers that we produce each month across different industries. Trackers are delivered in spreadsheet format, and are designed to offer a concise and insightful view of technical and commercial developments.
The subscription runs annually – and we already have the January 2023 edition available. The tracker contains an SPR company profile directory, SPR patent analysis for relevant patent filings published over the previous month, as well as all the main corporate developments. The corporate news categories include: company news, transactions news, legislative news, market news and research & innovation news. One spotlight article can be added per month for individual subscribers in their specific area of interest.
The SPR Tracker is a valuable product for strategic planners, researchers, solar PV manufacturers, recyclers and investors looking to get a fast view of this landscape.
To book a demonstration please send us an email
2nd Edition – Winter 2022/2023 of Enabled Future Magazine Now Published
The 2nd Edition – Winter 2022/ 2023 of Enabled Future Magazine available to our members has now been published.
This edition has the following feature articles:
🔵 EnabledPower: Enabling Future Metal Recovery in Photovoltaic Modules
🌍 EnabledCatalysts: Catalytic CO2 Activation Pathways
🟡 EnabledMetals: The Changing Fortunes of Rhodium – Can Chemical Catalysis Secure its Future?
🟢 EnabledCircular: Market Dynamics for Sustainable Glycerol Carbonate
🟡 ENABLED METALS ADVERTORIAL: Catalyst Recovery – A win-win for business, people, and the environment by Sky Metals
Plus, patent spotlights and news insights for each of the four verticals! Members also enjoy exclusive web content and a ticket to the 2023 Enabled Future Limited summer event.
To sign up for membership, please email us at sales@enabledfuture.com
