Solvay Novecare President Emmanuel Bustraen

Solvay hosted the official opening of its largest alkoxylation plant in Asia which the company has invested close to S$50 million. This investment is part of its global strategy to propel its chemicals business growth in Asia.

The plant produces specialty alkoxylate formulations for the agrochemicals, coatings, home & personal care, industrial and oil & gas markets in Asia. Located in Singapore’s Jurong Island, it complements two other existing alkoxylation plants in China and India.

In addition, the company has also expanded its oil & gas research lab in its Research & Innovation Centre located at its Biopolis facility in Singapore.

Guest-of-Honour Mr S. Iswaran, Singapore’s Second Minister for Home Affairs and Trade & Industry graced the occasion today.

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