BASF postpones decision to build propylene complex in Texas
To take advantage of US shale gas, the company had announced plans to construct a methane-to-propylene complex at its Freeport, Texas
Considering the current volatility of raw material prices and the prevailing economic environment, BASF has postponed its final investment decision regarding the construction of a methane-to-propylene complex at its Freeport, Texas, site.
“On-purpose production of propylene based on favourable US shale gas is interesting for BASF. We will regularly review the development of raw material prices and the relevant market conditions to determine the right point in time to commence such a major investment,” said Wayne T Smith, member of the board of executive directors of BASF SE.