KBR has recently been awarded a contract by SABIC Fujian Petrochemicals to license its phenol technology in China. This contract involves providing technology licensing and engineering design for a phenol plant with a capacity of 250,000 tons per year at SABIC’s Fujian Petrochemical Complex. The project, which was announced in January 2024, is expected to be completed by 2026.
Jay Ibrahim, President of KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions, expressed excitement about the opportunity to collaborate with SABIC Fujian on this project in China. “We are thrilled to be working with SABIC Fujian on this project in China,” he said. “Our commitment to offering industry-leading technology that enhances customers’ competitiveness and sustainability goals through improved efficiency, reliability, wastewater recovery, and performance sets us apart from other options available in the market.”
KBR’s phenol technology offers a sustainable solution that reduces energy consumption and improves yields, making it an attractive option for companies looking to reduce their environmental footprint while maintaining profitability. This project will contribute to SABIC Fujian’s efforts to become more sustainable and competitive in the global petrochemical market.
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