Borealis invests 100 million euros in sustainable production in Burghausen

Borealis invests 100 million euros in sustainable production in Burghausen

Burghausen, Deutschland - There is a lot to do with Borealis, the subsidiary of the Austrian mineral oil company OMV. Dr. Stefan Doboczky, CEO of the company, is satisfied with the financial year 2024. Sales have increased by around 10 percent to over 8 billion euros, which is a pleasing progress for the Viennese company. Doboczky, who has been in office since July 2024, attaches particular importance to the fact that Borealis is well positioned in Europe, and at the same time announces investments in the expansion of capacity to further strengthen the company.

A weighty investment of over 100 million euros flows into the expansion of the production line for recyclable, foam-based polypropylene in Burghausen, Germany. This new product line will increase the capacity for the innovative DAPLOY ™ material, which is easy, strong and completely recyclable, three times. The technology behind it was developed in the Borealis Innovation Headquarters in Linz, Austria, and is scheduled to be used in the second half of 2026. DAPLOY ™ is in the sense of the sustainable corporate strategy and reduces both waste and carbon emissions, which is a clear step towards environmental friendliness for borealis.

innovations in the plastic industry

In a constantly changing market, the demand for environmentally friendly materials is higher than ever. The plastic industry has recognized that sustainable solutions and recycling technologies are essential. Events such as the Industry.Forward Expo, which recently took place from May 15th to 21, 2025, therefore address digital approaches and alternative raw materials. Experts present forward -looking innovations that support companies in producing more resource -saving. The focus block "Smart Plastics" emphasizes current developments in the industry and shows which new opportunities are available.

Borealis is proud to be at the forefront of these developments with over 12,000 patents and as a leading provider of sustainable polyolefin solutions. The company's net profit was a whopping 566 million euros in 2024, and with more than 6,200 employees at the headquarters in Vienna and the production facility in Burghausen, where around 250 people are employed, Borealis is not only an important employer, but also a driving factor in innovative plastic production in Austria and beyond.

The close connection to the partner ADNOC, which holds 25 percent of the shares, and solid control by OMV with 75 percent underline the strategic orientation of the company. At a time when industry tends more and more in the direction of sustainability, Borealis is well equipped to meet the challenges of the market and at the same time offer environmentally friendly products.

As is all of this, the focus remains: innovation and sustainability are in the heart of the Borealis strategy. The current investments and developments impressively show that the company has a good hand to set the course for the future.