Petrochemicals
South Korea's LG Chem to import Russian naphtha
The country's Industry Ministry had earlier confirmed the shipment, including its size, but did not disclose the importing company's name.
Natural gas liquids exports reached record highs in 2025
NGL plant production has increased every year since 2005, driven by higher production of NGLs and more global demand for NGLs, especially as petrochemical feedstocks.
Iran war chokes petrochemical supply, sends plastic prices soaring
About $20 B–$25 B worth of petrochemical products pass through the Strait annually, underscoring the fact that continued disruptions to this flow would push producers to pass the higher costs on to consumers.
TotalEnergies, EDF sign long‑term partnership for low‑carbon electricity supply for TotalEnergies’ France refining and chemicals sites
Under this agreement, EDF will allocate to TotalEnergies a share of the output of its operating nuclear fleet.
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Construction Boxscore: Project Spotlight
Project:
Long Son Petrochemicals Complex
Location:
Long Son, Vietnam
Operator:
Siam Cement Group
Cost:
$5.4 B
Capacity:
1.65 MMtpy
Completion date:
2023
Status:
Under Construction

