LyondellBasell Will Focus on Cash Flow Improvement During Tough Macro Environment

LyondellBasell is one of the largest petrochemical producers in the world, manufacturing ethylene, propylene, and myriad chemical derivatives, including propylene oxide. These products are the building blocks for downstream chemicals and plastics used in industrial and consumer markets alike. Roughly 70% of LyondellBasell’s ethylene and polyethylene production capacity is in North America. Its total ethylene and propylene capacity is fairly evenly split between North American and international markets.