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OXEA GmbH is a global manufacturer of oxo-based intermediates and derivatives. The company produces oxo alcohols, aldehydes, carboxylic acids, esters, and related specialty chemicals that serve as building blocks for downstream formulations and materials. Its products are used across coatings and inks, lubricants and metalworking fluids, adhesives and sealants, plasticizers and polymers, as well as consumer and industrial applications.
OXEA is part of OQ, the integrated energy and chemicals group of the Sultanate of Oman. The company supplies customers worldwide through a broad production and logistics network and focuses on oxo performance chemistry for use in diverse value chains in the chemical industry.
Also known as OQ Chemicals, OMRAN Energy, and Oman Oil and Orpic Group.
chemXplore tracks 10 projects involving OXEA, of which 2 are active.
Besides these 2, the record holds 8 completed projects.
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Second-quarter comparable growth accelerated; operating margin, recurring profit and cash flow improved while record investments and the DIG Airgas deal closed.
New POX unit will supply syngas and low‑carbon hydrogen from early 2029 and cut net CO2 emissions by about 64,000 tonnes per year.
Major Gulf Coast plant expansion will raise propionaldehyde output, enable propanol and butanol production, add syngas feedstock with CO₂ recirculation, and target completion by end‑2028.
High‑efficiency unit will produce syngas and low‑carbon hydrogen to feed oxo‑alcohols and performance chemicals expansion; CO2 recycling loop cuts net emissions ~64,000 t/yr; online early 2029.
The joint venture will develop energy storage and terminal infrastructure in Duqm, supporting energy transition and economic diversification in Oman.
Production begins June 2025, enhancing carboxylic acid portfolio and supply chain security. Heptanoic acid serves sectors like performance materials, energy, consumer products, and aviation.
The new pilot plant in Oberhausen produces small quantities of esters tailored to customer needs, bridging the gap between lab and large-scale production, enhancing R&D and innovation in Oxo Performance Chemicals.
The expanded facility boosts global TCD Alcohol DM capacity, enhancing supply reliability and supporting market growth. The project was completed on time despite pandemic challenges.
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