Partners & Sponsors

Foundational Partner

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  Grace

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  Grace Catalysts Technologies and Grace Materials Technologies provide innovative products, technologies and services that improve the products and processes of our customers around the world.

  https://grace.com/about-grace/
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  Lummus Technology

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  Lummus Technology is the global leader in developing process technologies that make modern life possible and focus on a more sustainable, low carbon future. Lummus is a master licensor of clean energy, petrochemical, refining, gas processing and renewable technologies, and a supplier of catalysts, proprietary equipment, digitalization and related lifecycle services to customers worldwide. To learn more about Lummus, visit www.LummusTechnology.com 

  https://www.lummustechnology.com/
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  McKinsey & Company

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  McKinsey & Company

  https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/chemicals/our-insights

Industry Partners

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  Canadian National

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  We connect you with the people that matter most: your customers. Whether shipping across CN’s rail network of more than 20,000 route miles, shipping globally through the many ports we serve on three coasts in North America, or leveraging our strategically located terminals across our network, with CN you can reach farther. CN is a leader in the North American transportation industry focused on supply chain innovation, collaboration with our supply chain partners and growth for our customers. CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. We offer integrated shipping solutions, including rail, intermodal, trucking, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution. Exporting plastics to your end markets efficiently while supporting growth cost-effectively for plastics industry customers is what we do best. CN gives you capacity and options to get your product to your end market, wherever it is.

  https://www.cn.ca/en/
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  Fine Organics

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  For over 50 years Fine Organics has been touching the lives of millions in different ways with its unique range of products. We take pride in being a leading producer of the widest and unmatched range of additives for plastics. The diversity of oleo-chemistry has enabled us to synthesise this wide range of additives for PVC, Polyolefins, styrenics, nylon and other engineering plastics. Our ever-expanding product line includes slip & anti-block additives, anti-static agents for polyolefins, Lubricants for PVC, multi-processing aids and speciality additives for various plastics.

  The Fine Organics product line today enjoys global acceptance and appreciation, because of its competitiveness along with sustained and high-quality standards. Today we command the entire development of an additive from a novel idea to an innovative additive application and its further expansion to a techno-commercially viable range of additives. Thanks to our focus on oleo-chemistry and our strength in manufacturing process technology, innovative R&D and customer centric approach.    

  https://www.fineorganics.com/
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  Jenike

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  Jenike

  https://jenike.com/
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  Port of Houston

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  Port Houston owns and operates the public wharves and terminals along the Houston Ship Channel, including the area’s largest breakbulk facility and two container terminals, Barbours Cut and Bayport container terminals. We are the 6th largest container port in the U.S. handling about two-thirds of all containerized cargo in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. Our unique location and extensive sailing schedule facilitate transatlantic, transpacific, and north-south trade, giving our customers a distinct advantage and connecting them to the world. Industry-leading truck turn times, vessel productivity, and best-in-class yard management practices, supported by a skilled and dedicated workforce and expansive infrastructure, are testaments to our commitment to our customer experience.

  Port Houston is also the advocate and a strategic leader for the Houston Ship Channel. The Houston Ship Channel complex and its more than 200 public and private terminals, collectively known as the Port of Houston, is the nation’s largest port for waterborne tonnage. 

  https://porthouston.com/
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  Shell Polymers

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  Shell Polymers is rewriting the polymer playbook with diverse PE expertise and cutting-edge technology that will give your business an unrivaled customer experience. We have conducted extensive industry research to identify and implement processes that address supply chain challenges. Understanding these challenges, we streamline supply and logistics management and optimize the customer experience from order to delivery by leveraging the latest technology and embracing forward-thinking processes.

  Producing an estimated 3.3. billion pounds of polyethylene a year, Shell Polymers is strategically located in Monaca, Pennsylvania, USA, putting it within 700 miles of the majority of the North American polyethylene industry. The site will house a large application hall with commercial-sized units for multilayer linear, low-density polyethylene film, high-molecular-weight film, pipe and injection and blow molding and will also be the home of over 50 industry experts known as Shell’s “Polymer Pioneers” and “Polymer Pros.” 

  https://www.shell.us/business-customers/shell-polymers.html
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  Stavian Chemical

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  With a history of almost 20 years, Stavian Chemical (former name Opec Plastics) is currently one of the TOP polymers distributors and one of the leading manufacturers of packaging in the region and the world. We serve thousands of customers in nearly 100 countries worldwide. Stavian Chemical is currently ranked No.22 of TOP 100 “Largest Polymer Distributors Globally” and ranked No.6 in TOP 100 “Biggest Chemical Distributors in the Asia Pacific region” according to the ICIS 2020 ranking. The Company has branches, representative offices and logistic centers distributed in strategic locations around the world (US, Brazil, Mexico, Belgium, Russia, Turkey, Egypt, India, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, China, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam) and is committed to continuing its expansion rapidly. Moreover, Stavian Chemical proudly owns manufacturing plants and projects in Vietnam in downstream and midstream, in the petrochemical and chemical industry .

  http://stavianchem.com/en/
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  UBQ Materials

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  UBQ Materials Ltd. is an advanced materials company that transforms unsorted household waste, destined to landfill, into the most climate-positive thermoplastic on the market. UBQ™️ is a bio-based material that can substitute conventional plastic, concrete, and wood in the manufacturing of everyday products. It is price competitive and can be seamlessly integrated into today's standard manufacturing processes, empowering manufacturers with a simple transition to greater sustainability. With UBQ™ manufacturers are diverting waste, offsetting emissions, protecting our soil, groundwater, biodiversity, and ultimately our finite natural resources for future generations.

  A certified B Corp, UBQ is a recent recipient of the 2021 Sustainability in Automotive Award, 2021 Zero Waste Award, 2020 Future of Plastics Award and 2020 Quality Innovation Awards. UBQ’s marquee customers include global retail solutions provider Mainetti, Daimler, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, and Arcos Dorados, the world’s largest franchisee of McDonald’s restaurants across Latin America. 

  https://www.ubqmaterials.com/

Association Partners

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  BRATECC

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  Since 2001, BRATECC has promoted bilateral commercial relations between Brazil and Texas by bringing today's and tomorrow's business leaders in closer contact. 

  BRATECC fosters business relationships and supports companies engaged in trade between Brazil and Texas. We organize in-person events, networking receptions, on-line webinars and other activities that allow our members to network and remain up-to-date on the latest industry trends and developments.

  BRATECC's members include representatives from well-known organizations and companies, such as BP, Bradesco, Chevron, ExxonMobil, FTI Consulting, Mattos Filho, Mayer Brown, OceanPact, Porto do Açu, Sapura, Total and United.

  https://www.braziltexas.org/
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  Plastics Industry Association

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  The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) represents the entire plastics supply chain, globally — from materials and equipment suppliers to processors, converters and recyclers. PLASTICS has been working to make its members and the industry more globally competitive while advancing recycling and sustainability. To help your business thrive, PLASTICS provides valuable connections to industry peers, exclusive economic data, the latest standards and regulatory information, and a voice in every state and the nation’s capital. To learn more about PLASTICS’ education initiatives, industry-leading insights, events, policy advocacy, and the largest plastics trade show in the Americas, NPE: The Plastics Show (https://npe.org/), visit plasticsindustry.org.

  https://www.plasticsindustry.org/

Media Partners

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  Ambiente Plastico

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  Ambiente Plastico

  https://www.ambienteplastico.com/
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  Chemical Week

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  Chemical Week is the world's leading source of news, data and analysis in the chemical industry.

  Our globally respected chemical business insight is founded on 100+ years of editorial excellence that informs all our channels, including Chemweek.com, Business Daily, Chemical Week LIVE, and Chemical Week Magazine.

  Whether you are seeking real-time news and authoritative editorial analysis from all global chemical markets to help you make better decisions, or planning a marketing campaign to reach international decision-makers across different sectors, our editorial standards and global audiences provide you with the unparalleled expertise and coverage you need.

  https://chemweek.com