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LyondellBasell and Covestro announce permanent closure of PO11 unit at Maasvlakte
The Maasvlakte site, a joint venture between LYB and Covestro. Photo credit: Alex Lokker. MAASSVLAKTE, Netherlands, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (LYB) and Covestro have jointly decided to permanently close the Propylene Oxide Styrene and Monomer (POSM) production unit (PO11) at the Maasvlakte site in the Netherlands. This decision comes after thorough and careful consideration and is driven by the continued pressure on Maasvlakte's profitability due to global overcapacities,
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