Baytown chemical expansion, US
Name of the Project
Baytown chemical expansion.
Location
Texas, in the US.
Project Owner/s
ExxonMobil.
Project Description
The project entails the expansion of Exxon’s chemical plant in Texas.
The new unit will produce about 400 000 t/y of Vistamax polymers. The project includes a new Vistamax performance polymer unit, which produces products that offer higher levels of elasticity, softness and flexibility, attributes that contribute to a reduction in materials used and increased performance in everyday products.
The project will also enable Exxon to enter the linear alpha olefins market. Linear alpha olefins are used in numerous applications, including high-performing engine and industrial oils, waxes and building blocks for surfactants, polyethylene plastic for packaging, and other speciality chemicals.
The new unit will produce about 350 000 t/y of linear alpha olefins.
Potential Job Creation
The project is expected to create about 2 000 jobs.
Capital Expenditure
$2-billion.
Planned Start/End Date
The project is expected to start up in 2022.
Latest Developments
The project was approved in May.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.
Contact Details for Project Information
ExxonMobil operations media tel +1832 625 4000.
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