Haldia Petrochemicals to Diversify Feedstock Mix After Middle East Supply Disruptions
Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd plans to diversify its feedstock sources by 2027 following supply disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict. Traditionally sourcing half its feedstock locally and half from the Middle East, the company will begin processing condensate and up to 30% LPG at its West Bengal plant next year. The war led to reduced cracker capacity and temporary reliance on Russian barrels under a US waiver. Middle East supplies have since resumed, with contracts in place with Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, and QatarEnergy.
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economictimes broke this story on 5 Oct, 03:27 pm. Other outlets followed.