Braskem S.A.
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- CEO
- Hélcio Tokeshi
- Full Time Employees
- 8,233
- Sector
- Process industries
- Industry
- Chemicals: specialty
- Address
- 120, Rua Lemos Monteiro Camaçari SP Brazil 05501-050
- IPO Date
- Dec 18, 1978
- Website
- braskem.com.br
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- Braskem S.A. operates as a leading global petrochemical company specializing in the production and sale of thermoplastic resins and basic chemicals. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, the company manufactures a diverse portfolio that includes polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), green polyethylene produced from renewable sugarcane, and basic chemical products such as ethylene, propylene, butadiene, benzene, toluene, chlorine, soda, and solvents. Braskem serves various industries including food packaging, construction, automotive components, paints, coatings, agriculture, and consumer goods through more than 40 industrial units across Brazil, the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, with customers in over 70 countries. In the last 1-2 years, Braskem has focused on strategic expansion and sustainability initiatives. Key recent developments include investing approximately USD 60 million to expand the production capacity of its I'm green™ biopolymer by 30% and exploring a joint venture with Thailand's SCG Chemicals to potentially build a new biopolymer plant. Braskem also enhanced its logistics capabilities by adding a second ethane carrier vessel, "Brave Future," to its fleet, reinforcing global trade autonomy. Operationally, the company is shifting towards natural gas feedstock to increase efficiency at its Rio de Janeiro petrochemical complex while pursuing anti-dumping investigations to protect domestic polymer markets. Additionally, Braskem prioritizes higher value-added product sales, operational cash generation, circular economy efforts through recycling partnerships, and increased energy efficiency in its production processes. The company is structured into several business segments: Chemicals, Polyolefins, Vinyls, and geographic divisions including United States, Europe, and Mexico. It leads the Americas in plastics production capacity and is the largest polypropylene producer in the US. Braskem's product applications span multiple market segments such as health, mobility, packaging, infrastructure, housing, sanitation, and agriculture, reflecting its commitment to sustainable growth and innovation in petrochemicals and bio-based plastics. Braskem’s strategic emphasis on sustainability, innovation in bio-based plastics, global operational presence, and ongoing capacity expansions position it as a major player in the global petrochemical industry with strong prospects for growth and resilience in a dynamic market environment. Its nearly 9,000 employees operate under a management model focused on ethics, regulatory compliance, and responsible competitiveness worldwide.
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