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The upcoming propane dehydrogenation (PDH) plant is set to be a major player, aiming for a production capacity of 750,000 metric tonnes per year, positioning it among the world’s largest and most efficient facilities. It is situated at an existing Borealis production site in Kallo, Belgium, chosen for its strategic logistical location and extensive experience in propylene production. Additionally, the selection aims to capitalize on synergies with the existing PDH unit. Utilizing Honeywell UOP’s Oleflex™ technology, known for its reliability and sustainability in propylene production, underscores the plant’s commitment to efficient and eco-friendly operations.

The Beaumont New Ammonia Project, located in Beaumont, Texas, USA, is a major lower-carbon ammonia facility with a production capacity of 3,000 metric tonnes per day (1.1 million tonnes per year). Owned and operated by Woodside, the project is designed to expand the supply of lower-carbon ammonia for applications including power generation, marine fuels, and industrial feedstock. A key milestone was achieved in December 2025 with the successful production of first ammonia during commissioning.

Debottleneck SF5 is an engineering project by LyondellBasel to debottleneck the SF5 plant in Ferrara, Italy. The SF5 plant manufactures support materials for Ziegler–Natta catalysts, which are used in the production of polypropylene and other polyolefins. The objective of the project is to increase the plant’s production capacity from its existing level to approximately 1,750 tonnes per year, while keeping the facility ready for future expansion to 2,200 tonnes per year.