Name of the Project
Bayport polyethylene plant.
Location
The project will be located in Bayport, Texas, in the US.
Client
Bayport Polymers, a 50:50 joint venture (JV) between Total and Novealis Holdings (a JV between Borealis and NOVA Chemicals).
Project Description
The project entails the construction of a 650 000 t/y polyethylene unit.
The new unit will more than double the site’s polyethylene capacity to 1.1-million tonnes a year.
Potential Job Creation
The project is expected to employ 1 750 staff during peak construction.
Value
Not stated.
Duration
Start-up of the plant is scheduled for 2021.
Latest Developments
Total announced the final investment decision to build the facility in September.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
McDermott (engineering, procurement and construction).
On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.
Contact Details for Project Information
Bayport Polymers, Gary Cambre, email Gary.cambre@bay-pol.com.