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LyondellBasell (LYB) is a Dutch‑incorporated, global chemicals and plastics producer and one of the world’s largest makers of polyolefins. The company manufactures polyethylene and polypropylene resins, advanced polymer materials, and a range of petrochemical intermediates used in packaging, healthcare, automotive, construction, and consumer goods.
Its businesses span Olefins & Polyolefins; Intermediates & Derivatives; Advanced Polymer Solutions; Technology; and Circular & Low Carbon Solutions. Key outputs include ethylene and propylene; PE and PP resins; propylene oxide and derivatives; oxyfuels such as MTBE; polymer compounds and composites; and catalysts. LyondellBasell is also a leading licensor of polypropylene and polyethylene process technologies. The company has exited oil refining and operates manufacturing and R&D sites across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. It pursues circular and lower‑carbon products through mechanical and advanced recycling and the use of renewable feedstocks, including offerings marketed under the Circulen brand.
chemXplore tracks 20 projects involving LYB, of which 5 are active.
LYB's role on them: Owner, Operator, Developer, and Technology licensor.
4 new construction and 1 expansion.
Contractors and licensors are recorded on 3 of these 5 projects For subscribers
Targeting: Polypropylene (2), Plastic waste (1), Polyethylene (1), Propane (1), Pygas (1), Pyrolysis oil (1)
EBITDA $1.3bn ($2.1bn ex-items); net income $0.6bn ($1.4bn ex-items); completed European asset divestiture; $500m Cash Improvement Plan target by end‑2026.
Flexible food-grade film made from chemically recycled mixed plastic via ISCC PLUS mass-balance; MoReTec-1 to supply 50,000 t/yr feedstock; Taghleef and Amcor handled film and conversion.
Recognition for developing postconsumer recycled polymers from maritime-recovered fishing nets for automotive use, validated through two years of testing and evaluation.
Sale of select European olefins and polyolefins sites in Berre, Münchsmünster, Carrington and Tarragona closes; APS stays in Tarragona. Divested unit renamed Velogy to sharpen portfolio and capital
Showcases polymer innovations and value‑chain collaborations for mobility, packaging, healthcare and consumer goods, highlighting recycling projects and partner co‑development.
David Dennison, with nearly 30 years of industry experience, will succeed Dave Kinney, who retires after 35 years, as head of investor relations.
LYB revises 2030 goals: 32% emissions cut, 800,000 tons recycled polymers. Focus on circular, low-carbon growth, capital discipline, and sustainability.
Net loss of $738M; $563M excluding items. EBITDA at $1.1B; $2.5B excluding items. Cash from operations $2.3B. Exceeded cash plan by $200M. European asset divestment on track for 2026.
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