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SEPC to complete ethylene cracker commissioning, commercial production to commence

Thursday, Mar 26, 2009

Saudi Ethylene and Polyethylene Company (SEPC) has come to the end of a successful commissioning period of its 1.285 mln tpa ethylene cracker, running at over 100% of the designed capacity during the test period. Commercial production is to commence shortly.

SEPC is a joint venture between Tasnee and Sahra Olefins company holding 75% stake in the company. 25% stake is with LyondellBasell.

 

Source: Plastemart

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