Borouge Reports $1.1 Billion Net Profit for 2025 with Record Sales and Operational Performance

Key highlights
  • Borouge achieved $717 million in value generation through its AI Digitalisation & Technology programme in 2025.
  • The Borouge 4 mega project will add 1.4 million tonnes of annual capacity, with commissioning activities starting in Q1 2026.
  • Borouge's dividend for FY2025 is set at 16.2 fils per share, with distribution expected in April 2026.
  • Borouge Group International is set to complete in Q1 2026, combining Borouge, Borealis, and NOVA Chemicals.

Financial Performance

Borouge reported a net profit of $1.1 billion for FY2025, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 37% and a net profit margin of 19%. The company achieved record production and sales volumes, with full-year production reaching 5.1 million tonnes.

Operational Achievements

In Q4 2025, Borouge recorded its highest-ever quarterly production volume of 1.46 million tonnes and a 21% rise in sales volumes. The Borouge 3 plant turnaround was completed ahead of schedule, enhancing production capabilities.

Strategic Focus

Borouge maintained its focus on high-value segments, with infrastructure solutions accounting for 39% of Q4 sales volumes. The company achieved price premia of $224 per tonne for Polyethylene and $134 per tonne for Polypropylene.

Expansion and Innovation

The Borouge 4 mega project will add 1.4 million tonnes of annual capacity, with commissioning activities for XLPE 2 starting in Q1 2026. Borouge expanded its product offering with 10 new products in 2025, including circular product solutions.

Future Outlook

Borouge Group International is set to complete in Q1 2026, combining Borouge, Borealis, and NOVA Chemicals. The company expects to strengthen its earnings capacity with the ramp-up of new facilities and ongoing efficiency initiatives.

Source: Borouge

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