Name of the Project
Moerdijk petrochemicals complex upgrade.
Location
The Netherlands.
Project Owner/s
Shell.
Project Description
Shell is replacing the ethylene steam cracker furnaces at its Moerdijk petrochemicals complex.
The project includes the installation of eight new furnaces in place of 16 older units. The new furnaces will be shipped to the site in modules, enabling the cracker to continue to operate throughout the upgrade.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
Not stated.
Planned Start/End Date
Work is expected to be completed in 2025.
Latest Developments
The project was announced in September 2020.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
TechnipFMC (engineering, procurement and module fabrication for proprietary equipment and related services for eight ethylene furnaces).
Contact Details for Project Information
Shell, tel +31 70 377 9111.