- Construction starts in June at Tarragona Petrochemical Complex.
- The plant will produce metallocene linear polyethylene using Chevron Phillips Chemical’s technology.
- A three-month shutdown of the high density polyethylene plant will be split into two periods.
- Repsol has confirmed supply volumes to customers to avoid declaring Force Majeure.
Construction Timeline
Repsol will begin construction of a new metallocene linear polyethylene manufacturing unit in June at its Tarragona Petrochemical Complex. The project is part of the company's 2014-2016 measures to enhance its competitive position.
Technology and Production
This plant will be the first outside the United States to use Chevron Phillips Chemical’s innovative technology, following a licensing agreement between the companies in 2014. The metallocene polyethylene produced will have excellent optical and mechanical properties, making it ideal for packaging films.
Operational Adjustments
Construction will require a three-month shutdown of Repsol’s high density polyethylene plant in Tarragona. To minimize production disruption, this shutdown will be divided into two separate periods of one and a half months each.
Customer Commitments
Repsol has already informed its customers of the high density polyethylene volumes it plans to supply during the shutdown, based on historical consumption data. This proactive approach aims to meet contractual commitments and avoid declaring Force Majeure, despite the challenging market conditions in Europe.
Safety Measures
Given the complexity of partially constructing the new plant while keeping the existing one operational, Repsol has prioritized safety for both personnel and installations throughout the project.
