The long wait for the German propylene pipeline from Moers to Gelsenkirchen has ended with commencement of construction. The 60 km pipeline is scheduled for start-up in 2009. The pipeline initiates in Duisburg harbour and will link petrochemicals and plastics producers in the Ruhr area. The pipeline could, at a later date, be extended to the Cologne area.
Project costs are EUR 45 mln for the pipeline and EUR 15 mln for the Duisburg terminal. Over 65% of this amount will be contributed by the state government, while the balance will be funded by major users, including Sabic Europe and the chemical park at Marl.
Project costs are EUR 45 mln for the pipeline and EUR 15 mln for the Duisburg terminal. Over 65% of this amount will be contributed by the state government, while the balance will be funded by major users, including Sabic Europe and the chemical park at Marl.
