“Chevron Phillips Chemical is investing in the future of PAO in Europe, expanding our capabilities to meet growing demand for high-performance synthetic base oils. Our commitment to the region reflects our focus on delivering reliable supply, technical expertise and innovative solutions that help our customers succeed in a rapidly evolving market.”
— Michel Sanchez-Rivas, EMEA/Asia PAO Business Development and Technical Services Manager Chevron Phillips Chemical
Growing Capacity
With the expansion of the LV PAO unit in Beringen, Belgium, CPChem doubles its production capacity in Belgium (up to 120,000 MT). This investment reinforces CPChem’s commitment to being the supplier of choice for its expanding global customer base.
Ideally Located
Located in the heart of Europe and optimally constructed at our Beringen manufacturing site, the expanded unit enjoys significant advantages in infrastructure and feedstock availability, while benefiting from strong local expertise and leveraging Belgium’s centralized position to strategically supply products all over the world.
Operational Excellence
Our Beringen plant has a long history of safe, reliable production, and of serving our customers with excellence. Our product specifications remain unchanged as CPChem continues to use existing, proven processes to manufacture high-quality LV PAOs.
Lower Impact
The expansion of the unit is designed to maximize the use of electric equipment, helping CPChem reduce dependency on natural gas to operate the unit. To further take advantage of these design improvements, CPChem is seeking opportunities to procure renewable electricity for the unit, which would help reduce the unit’s environmental impact and support CPChem’s goal of reducing carbon intensity by 15% by 2030.
