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1 October 2025

LyondellBasell Expands Purell Polymers in North America

Purell healthcare polymers expand in North America, enhancing regulatory compliance, quality, and supply predictability for medical applications.

30 September 2025

LyondellBasell Earns Nissan Supply Chain Award

Recognized for agility, LYB adapted supply routes between the U.S. and Mexico, ensuring Nissan's manufacturing continuity during disruptions, exemplifying customer-focused supply chain excellence.

10 September 2025

LyondellBasell Enhances Suzhou Lab for Faster Innovation in Asia

New lab equipment boosts compounding and R&D capabilities, supporting innovation in automotive, electronics, and consumer goods sectors across Asia.

2 September 2025

matterr to Build Depolymerisation Plant at Chemiepark Knapsack

A new plant will convert PET waste into reusable materials, supporting a fossil-free, circular economy at Chemiepark Knapsack, with operations starting in 2026.

1 September 2025

LYB and Partners Develop Bio-Based Cosmetic Packaging Solutions

A new bio-based film packaging for cosmetics uses LYB's CirculenRenew, aiding sustainability goals and reducing carbon footprints in the beauty industry.

19 August 2025

LyondellBasell Advances Pyrolysis Plant in Wesseling

The Wesseling plant received its first permit, enabling construction to convert plastic waste into pyrolysis oil and gas, aiming for a circular plastics economy by 2026.

9 July 2025

LyondellBasell and Polynt Develop Low-Carbon Marine Resins

The collaboration aims to create marine resins using low-carbon solutions, reducing GHG emissions while maintaining performance and meeting sustainability targets.

5 June 2025

LyondellBasell to Sell European Assets to AEQUITA

The sale includes olefins and polyolefins sites in France, Germany, UK, and Spain. Closing expected by mid-2026, pending consultations and regulatory approvals.

16 April 2025

LYB Wins Supplier Award from Toyota Europe

Recognized for material development and collaboration, LYB excels in polypropylene compounds for automotive applications, focusing on lightweight, sustainable solutions.

18 March 2025

LyondellBasell and Covestro Close PO11 Unit in Netherlands

PO11 unit closure due to overcapacity, high costs, and imports. LYB and Covestro focus on strategic assets and maintain customer relations. Shutdown by 2026.

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