In China, DSM and BDO production with Conser technologies

Maire announced that NextChem, through its subsidiary Conser, a technology licensor for high-value chemical derivatives and biodegradable plastics, has been awarded a licensing and PDP (Process Design Package) for the implementation of its proprietary NX Conser Man and NX Conser Duetto technologies for the co-production of DSM (Dimethyl succinate) and BDO (1,4-Butanediol) by a major state-owned chemical operator in China.

The agreement covers the integrated production of DMS and BDO, enabling downstream applications such as PBS (PolyButylene Succinate) and other specialty polymers, supporting the transition towards bio-based and circular materials. Subsequent tenders for the supply of catalysts and proprietary equipment are also expected.

These technologies provide exceptionally high conversion efficiency and product purity, reduce raw material consumption, benefiting overall sustainability, and ensure seamless integration with downstream units, enabling flexible and diversified production configurations for advanced biopolymers.

Fabio Fritelli, Managing Director of NextChem, commented: “This achievement reflects the growing market confidence in our innovative approach, based on the combination of complementary technologies and advanced process integration, capable of providing competitive advantages in terms of cost, energy efficiency, and product quality. This milestone further strengthens our technological excellence and competitiveness in the bioplastics sector in a strategically significant industrial market such as China.”