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    LyondellBasell Industries

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    LyondellBasell Industries

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    LyondellBasell is one of the world's largest plastics, chemicals, and refining companies, headquartered in Houston.

    Founded
    2007
    Employees
    19,000+
    Revenue
    $41 billion (2023)
    HQ
    Houston, TX
    PolyethylenePolypropylenePetrochemicalsRefining

    LyondellBasell Industries N.V. is one of the largest plastics, chemicals, and refining companies in the world. Headquartered in Houston, the company produces polymers, chemicals, and fuels that are integral to the global economy. LyondellBasell is the world's largest producer of polypropylene and one of the leading producers of polyethylene, two of the most widely used plastics.

    Headquarters

    Houston, TX

    Founded

    2007

    Employees

    19,000+

    Revenue

    $41 billion (2023)

    CEO

    Peter Vanacker

    History of LyondellBasell Industries

    LyondellBasell was formed in 2007 when the Dutch company Basell Polyolefins acquired Lyondell Chemical Company. The combined company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2009 during the financial crisis but emerged in 2010 and has since thrived. The company's Houston refinery is one of the largest in the US.

    Operations & Business Segments

    LyondellBasell operates in six segments: Olefins & Polyolefins Americas, Olefins & Polyolefins Europe/Asia, Intermediates & Derivatives, Advanced Polymer Solutions, Refining, and Technology. The company operates the Houston Refinery (268,000 bpd capacity) and numerous chemical plants worldwide.

    Headquarters Location

    Houston, TX

    Key Specialties & Capabilities

    PolyethylenePolypropylenePetrochemicalsRefiningAdvanced PolymersCircular & Sustainable Solutions

    Frequently Asked Questions About LyondellBasell Industries

    What does LyondellBasell produce?
    LyondellBasell is one of the world's largest producers of polyethylene and polypropylene (plastics), along with a wide range of chemicals, advanced polymers, and refined petroleum products.
    Where is LyondellBasell headquartered?
    LyondellBasell is headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company is incorporated in the Netherlands but its operational headquarters and management are based in Houston.
    Does LyondellBasell operate a refinery in Houston?
    Yes. LyondellBasell operates the Houston Refinery with a capacity of approximately 268,000 barrels per day, making it one of the largest refineries in the Houston area.
    What does LyondellBasell Industries do in Houston?
    LyondellBasell Industries is a chemicals company based in Houston, TX. LyondellBasell is one of the world's largest plastics, chemicals, and refining companies, headquartered in Houston.
    Where is LyondellBasell Industries headquartered?
    LyondellBasell Industries is headquartered in Houston, TX, founded in 2007. The company operates in Houston's energy corridor as part of the chemicals sector.

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