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Linde AG: Linde selected by Braskem as EPC contractor for new world-scale North American polypropylene production line in La Porte, Texas
Press release Linde selected by Braskem as EPC contractor for new world-scale North American polypropylene production line in La Porte, Texas La Porte, TX, USA / Munich, Germany, 11 July 2017 – Technology company The Linde Group has been selected by Braskem, the largest thermoplastics resins producer in the Americas, as the lead engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor to build Braskem’s new world-scale North American polypropylene (PP) production line. Linde offers comprehensive project development services for polyolefin industrial plants, ranging from front end engineering design (FEED) to complete EPC execution. Linde is an approved contractor for UNIPOLTM Polypropylene Process Technology used here. Braskem has committed several hundred million dollars towards the design and construction of the new PP production line named Delta which will be located next to Braskem’s existing production facilities in La Porte, Texas, U.S. With the engineering design phase well underway, the new plant will have a production capacity of 450 kilotons (kt), or the equivalent of approximately one billion pounds, per year. Mark Nikolich, Braskem North America Chief Executive Officer, stated, “Today we are pleased to announce another significant step forward in the development of Delta, which is set to be the largest polypropylene production line in the Americas. The selection of The Linde Group as our lead EPC contractor follows a highly competitive selection process. With the experience of having built more than 4,000 plants in more than 100 countries, Linde brings leading edge technology solutions for plant engineering, as well as strong global construction procurement skills and deep specialty experience in UNIPOLTM PP industrial plant design. We are excited to partner with Linde on this important project as we continue to execute on Braskem’s global growth strategy and extend our position as the leading producer of polypropylene in the Americas.” Dr Christian Bruch, Member of the Executive Board of Linde AG and responsible for the company’s engineering business, said, “After decades without significant capacity additions in the US the industry is seeing a strategic change in US polypropylene supply. Based on our experience with the UNIPOLTM polypropylene process we have developed a proven track record in delivering measurable benefits to our customers, from design to construction. We are excited to support Braskem in their strategic growth plan in this important and very competitive market.” The construction of Braskem’s new Delta production line is expected to positively impact economic activity in the La Porte region, employing approximately 1,000 development and construction workers to fully construct the facility. Construction is expected to begin mid-summer 2017, with the final phase of main construction targeted for the first quarter of 2020. The Delta production line design is being developed directly in-line with Braskem’s commitment to sustainability and attention to eco-indicators such as emissions, water and energy efficiency, as well as recycling and waste reduction. About Braskem Braskem America is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Braskem S.A. headquartered in Philadelphia. The company is the leading producer of polypropylene in the United States, with six production plants located in Texas, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, and an Innovation and Technology Center in Pittsburgh. For more information, visit www.braskem.com. For additional information on Braskem’s new Delta production line announcement and progress please visit www.braskem.com.br/usa/delta. About The Linde Group For more information, see The Linde Group online at www.linde.com
Contact: Person making the notification: Dr Frank Herkenhoff, Head of External Communications End of Media Release Issuer: Linde AG Key word(s): Enterprise
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Language: | English |
Company: | Linde AG |
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