Tag Archives: Argentina

GEA’s Cutting-Edge Technology Powers POSCO Group’s Ambitions with New Lithium Hydroxide Plant in Argentina

(IN BRIEF) GEA’s advanced evaporation and crystallization technology is central to POSCO Group’s new $1 billion lithium hydroxide (LHM) plant in Güemes, Argentina, which was inaugurated in October 2024. The plant, capable of producing 25,000 tons of lithium hydroxide annually—enough … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Secures €6.75 Million Grant for Global Biodiversity Restoration Initiative Led by Professor Han Olff

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen’s Professor Han Olff leads CurveBend, a €6.75 million project funded by the NWO to develop strategies for biodiversity restoration in livestock-dominated regions. This transdisciplinary consortium will collaborate with local stakeholders in the Netherlands, Argentina, … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Announces Production Start at Fenix Offshore Gas Field in Argentina

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has commenced production at the Fenix gas field, located off the coast of Tierra del Fuego in Southern Argentina. Part of the Cuenca Marina Austral 1 concession, the field has a production capacity of 10 million cubic … Read the full press release

Evonik Expands Sodium Methylate Production Capacity in Argentina

(IN BRIEF) Evonik has announced a significant expansion of its sodium methylate production capacity at its Rosario plant in Argentina’s Sante Fé Province. The expansion, increasing annual capacity by 50% to 90,000 tons, aims to meet growing demand for biofuels … Read the full press release

Stellantis Pours €5.6 Billion into South America: A Game-Changer for the Region’s Automotive Sector

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis has unveiled an ambitious investment plan of €5.6 billion in South America, marking the largest ever investment in the region’s automotive industry. This substantial funding will span from 2025 to 2030 and will facilitate the introduction of … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ to Deliver High-Efficiency OCC Line to Papel Prensa in Buenos Aires

(IN BRIEF) International technology group ANDRITZ has secured an order from Papel Prensa S.A. to provide a complete old corrugated containers (OCC) line with a reject handling system for their mill in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The OCC line, initially processing … Read the full press release

Cargill and Solidaridad Form $4.6 Million Global Partnership to Enhance Farmer Livelihoods and Sustainable Farming Practices

(IN BRIEF) Cargill and Solidaridad have initiated a strategic global partnership aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of farmers, promoting climate-friendly farming practices, and advancing conservation and responsible land use. Over a three-year period, the $4.6 million program will impact approximately … Read the full press release

Glencore to Acquire Majority Stake in Argentina’s MARA Project from Pan American in $475 Million Deal

(IN BRIEF) Glencore International AG (Glencore) and Pan American Silver Corp. have agreed for Glencore to acquire the 56.25% stake in the MARA Project located in Argentina from Pan American. The deal involves Glencore paying $475 million in cash and … Read the full press release

European Union’s Global Gateway Initiative Supports Sustainable Projects in South America

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced the signing of multiple loans during the European Union-Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) Summit of Heads of State and Government. These loans will provide financing for climate action … Read the full press release

Scania prepares for world finals of Top Team workshop excellence competition

(IN BRIEF) Scania is preparing for the world finals of the Top Team competition, which celebrates workshop excellence and customer care. Twelve finalist teams from around the world will compete in Södertälje for the chance to win the top prize … Read the full press release

DAAD appoints two German academics to prestigious professorships in Argentina and Brazil

(IN BRIEF) The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has announced the appointment of Professor Lisa Diedrich and Dr Laura Kemmer to the Walter Gropius Professorship at the University of Buenos Aires in Argentina and the Martius Professorship at the University … Read the full press release

Santander Private Banking Takes Home Multiple Awards at 2022 Euromoney Awards

(IN BRIEF) Santander Private Banking has been named the Best Private Bank in Latin America by Euromoney, which also recognized the bank in several other award categories including Best Bank for Family Office Services and for Wealth Transfer/Succession Planning. The … Read the full press release

Holcim adquiere productor líder de membranas líquidas para techos e impermeabilización en Argentina

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Holcim, una empresa global de materiales de construcción, adquirió Quimexur, un productor líder de membranas líquidas para aplicaciones de techado e impermeabilización en Argentina. La adquisición está en línea con la estrategia de Holcim de convertirse en … Read the full press release

Holcim Acquires Leading Producer of Liquid Membranes for Roofing and Waterproofing in Argentina

(IN BRIEF) Holcim, a global building materials company, has acquired Quimexur, a leading producer of liquid membranes for roofing and waterproofing applications in Argentina. The acquisition is in line with Holcim’s strategy to become a leader in roofing and waterproofing … Read the full press release

La planta de aluminio de Hydro en Argentina se convierte en la primera del país en obtener la certificación ASI

(COMUNICADO DE PRENSA) OSLO, 24-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Hydro (OTCMKTS: NHYDY), una empresa noruega de aluminio y energía renovable comprometida con un futuro sostenible, ha anunciado que su planta de extrusión de aluminio en Pilar, Argentina se ha convertido en … Read the full press release

The aluminium plant of Hydro in Argentina becomes the first in the country to get ASI-certified

(PRESS RELEASE) OSLO, 24-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Hydro (OTCMKTS: NHYDY), a Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future, has announced that its aluminium extrusion plant in Pilar, Argentina has become the first in the country to … Read the full press release

Swissport expands its network across Latin America

(PRESS RELEASE) ZÜRICH, 1-Dec-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Swissport, a Swiss aviation services company offering airport ground and cargo handling services, has announced that it will add six additional airports in Chile to its global network. The expansion of the network … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz marks 70 years of producing various models of cars, vans, buses, trucks in Argentina

(PRESS RELEASE) BUENOS AIRES, 10-Sep-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Mercedes-Benz celebrates 70 years of production in its factory in Buenos Aires, Argentina, its first plant outside of Germany. Having been the first productive subsidiary, meant the initial step of the worldwide … Read the full press release

Eni-led consortium wins exploration license of offshore block in Argentina

(PRESS RELEASE) MILAN, 20-May-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — An Eni-led consortium wins an exploration license of offshore block MLO 124 from the Argentinian authorities. The award is a result of the consortium’s successful bid in the International Bid Round “Ronda Costa … Read the full press release

Shell completes sale of its Downstream business in Argentina to Raízen for US$916 million

THE HAGUE, 02-Oct-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Shell CAPSA (Shell), a subsidiary of Royal Dutch Shell plc, has completed the sale of its Downstream business in Argentina to Raízen for US$916 million in cash, subject to final price adjustments. The sale … Read the full press release