Vioneo to use Honeywell’s methanol-to-olefins technology for plastics made from green methanol at a new Belgian facility

Vioneo has chosen Honeywell’s advanced methanol-to-olefins (MTO) technology to support its plans for producing fossil feedstock-free plastics at a new facility in Antwerp, Belgium. The facility will use green methanol, derived from renewable energy-based hydrogen and biomaterials, to replace traditional fossil fuel sources in the production of plastics.

This technology aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions, supporting Vioneo’s goal of large-scale, cleaner plastic production. The plant will produce essential materials such as propylene and ethylene, used in items like medical equipment, food packaging, automotive parts, and toys.

Honeywell’s MTO technology, along with its light olefins recovery and olefins cracking processes, will help Vioneo achieve high-purity outputs while minimizing waste and energy consumption. The project aligns with Europe’s ambitions to lead the shift toward lower-emission industrial practices.

The USD 1.6 billion Antwerp facility will proceed with development in phases, starting with engineering designs in late 2024, and is expected to begin commercial operations by 2028.