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LyondellBasell Acquires 50% of Stiphout Industries

At a glance
  • LyondellBasell acquires 50% stake in Stiphout Industries.
  • Stiphout processes post-consumer plastic packaging waste.
  • Stiphout's facility in Montfort handles waste from over 500,000 Dutch citizens annually.
  • Stiphout produces recycled polypropylene (PP) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE) flakes.

Acquisition Details

LyondellBasell has acquired a 50% stake in Stiphout Industries B.V., a Dutch company specializing in the sourcing and processing of post-consumer plastic packaging waste. The facility, located in Montfort, Netherlands, has an annual processing capacity equivalent to the plastic waste generated by over 500,000 Dutch citizens.

Strategic Alignment

This investment aligns with LyondellBasell's strategy to enhance its recycling and plastic waste processing capabilities. The collaboration is expected to create synergies with LyondellBasell's Quality Circular Polymers business, particularly in logistics and operations, and to expand the CirculenRecover portfolio, supporting circular and low-carbon targets for customers and brand owners.

Stiphout's Expertise

Founded in 2015, Stiphout has developed expertise in processing plastic household waste into clean flakes of recycled polypropylene (PP) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE). The company has established itself as an innovative player in the Dutch recycling industry.

Future Prospects

Partnering with LyondellBasell is expected to enhance Stiphout's commercial and operational excellence. Both companies share a commitment to circularity and reducing plastic waste, making this collaboration a strategic fit for their long-term goals.