Annual Report 2008 English [PDF, 2.69 MB] - Tessenderlo Group

Tessenderlo Group
site. Completion is targeted by 2011, has
started. The modern, high-performance
power plant will result in a reduction of
electricity transportation costs, and in
addition, increase the competitiveness of
the site in Tessenderlo.
Outlook for 2009
remains scarce and expensive. However,
lower demand should soon restore the
balance.
The prices of caustic soda continued
to rise at the beginning of 2009, and a
considerable price reduction is unlikely in
2009.
The expansion of the ferric chloride
capacity in Tessenderlo (Belgium) with
30,000 tonnes has been delayed slightly
and is sheduled for a spring start-up. This
expansion will help meet the growing
European demand for ferric chlorides
mainly used as coagulants in the treatment
of drinking water and the purification
of wastewater. This investment also
strengthens the position of Tessenderlo
Group as the number two producer of ferric
chlorides in Europe.
Increased capacity
shall strengthen our
position on the ferric
chloride market for water
purification
The cost price of electricity may rise once
again. Currently, potassium chloride
used for the production of caustic potash
The margins for caustic potash are less
predictable. They will mainly depend on
the evolution of supply and the price of
potassium chloride.
Strategy for the
Chlor-Alkali activity
• Reduce costs and offer
maximum added value
with existing products and
resources.
• Maximise our competitive
advantages.
• Invest in specific projects with a
high added-value potential.
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