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LYB participates in annual Deer Park fire prevention parade
Bayport TX
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LYB participates in annual Deer Park fire prevention parade
LyondellBasell participated in the annual Deer Park fire prevention parade, held on Saturday October 5 th to kick off Fire Prevention Week. The parade is known as the loudest parade in the area, it features an impressive lineup of emergency vehicles from surrounding municipalities and local industries, showcasing their commitment to fire safety. Four LYB sites participated, including teams from the La Porte Complex (LPO), Bayport Choate site (BLO), Bayport Polymers site (BYO), and the Houston...
LyondellBasell Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Bayport Polymers Facility
Bayport TX
LyondellBasell Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Bayport Polymers Facility
LyondellBasell (LYB) is proud to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its Bayport Polymers facility, a key contributor to the global production of high-quality polypropylene and catalloy resins. Since its opening in 1974, the Bayport facility has been central to the company’s success and commitment to operational excellence, technological innovation and sustainability. Family Fun and Reflection LYB marked the occasion with a family day celebration at Clear Lake Park, bringing together current...
A Legacy of Service: LYB Volunteers at Wings Over Houston Special Show
Bayport TX
La Porte TX
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Channelview TX
A Legacy of Service: LYB Volunteers at Wings Over Houston Special Show
For 28 years, LPO Site Security Coordinator and Operations Specialist, Gregg Prewitt has been an integral part of the Wings Over Houston (WOH) Special Show, a charity event that brings joy to children with special needs, giving them a day to remember surrounded by the thrill of aviation and community spirit. What began as an opportunity to give back has blossomed into a legacy of service that Gregg continues to lead. Gregg’s involvement with the show began in 1997, when he volunteered for the...
Bayport Polymers supports Brookwood Elementary back to school activities
Bayport TX
Bayport Polymers supports Brookwood Elementary back to school activities
Bayport Polymers continues their impactful involvement in community initiatives at Brookwood Elementary, which includes distributing school supplies, Backpack Buddies, a health fair, and bilingual school registration support.  In August Bayport Polymers provided school supplies to Brookwood Elementary, which included pencils, notebooks, and other educational materials. These donations were part of a broader support initiative aimed at enhancing the educational experience for students. The...
Bayport Choate supports Bayshore Elementary back-to-school drive
Bayport TX
Bayport Choate supports Bayshore Elementary back-to-school drive
Employees from Bayport Choate contributed to the Bayshore Elementary Back-to-School Drive. This initiative equipped students with essential school supplies, to help them start the new academic year well-prepared.  Bayport Choate provided an array of supplies including 50 dry erase markers, 300 pencils, 1,500 sheets of multi-color construction paper, and 5,000 sheets of manila paper. Additional contributions included Elmer’s liquid glue, glue sticks, sticky easel pads, primary lined paper, and...
Bayport Polymers hosts Hollywood-Themed 15th annual LYB global safety day
Bayport TX
Bayport Polymers hosts Hollywood-Themed 15th annual LYB global safety day
Bayport Polymers celebrated the 15th annual LYB Global Safety Day (GSD), focusing on a commitment to safety by engaging employees, contractors, and their families in a series of interactive activities designed to reinforce the culture of Goal Zero. Goal Zero is a safety initiative aimed at zero accidents, injuries, and environmental harm. Global Safety Day was a Hollywood-inspired "Oscars" event, which allowed participants to walk the red carpet to highlight safety achievements. The event...
Bayport Choate hosts Olympic-Themed 15th annual LYB global safety day
Bayport TX
Bayport Choate hosts Olympic-Themed 15th annual LYB global safety day
LyondellBasell (LYB) recently held its 15th annual Global Safety Day (GSD), displaying its dedication to the safety of employees, contractors, and families across the globe. The event featured workshops, training sessions, and vendor demonstrations aimed at reinforcing a safety culture.  The day’s activities at Bayport Choate were crafted to engage employees, promote teamwork, and highlight core safety principles. The event included the LEGO Communication Game, where participants built...
LYB commissions world’s largest PO/TBA unit
Bayport TX
Channelview TX
LYB commissions world’s largest PO/TBA unit
HOUSTON ,  March 14, 2023  /PRNewswire/ — LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) today announces it has successfully started up the world’s largest propylene oxide (PO) and tertiary butyl alcohol (TBA) unit in  Texas . These new assets on the U.S. Gulf Coast have an annual capacity of 470 thousand metric tons of PO and one million metric tons of TBA and its derivatives. “The world-leading capacity of the new plant positions us to meet the growing demand for products essential for modern life,” said  Chri...