August 10, 2024 – Zhongjing Petrochemical, with its bustling and orderly factory scene, is steadily progressing towards its ambition of becoming the world’s largest production base for propylene and polypropylene. The plant, adorned with towering structures and intricate piping, exudes the strength of a modern large-scale chemical enterprise.
The company is vigorously pushing forward the construction of its third 1 million ton-per-year propane dehydrogenation project in Jiangyin Port City Economic Zone. The construction site buzzes with activity as workers put the finishing touches on the project’s intermediate delivery phase, anticipating a smooth operation by the end of the year. This massive undertaking, with a total investment of 4.55 billion yuan, incorporates cutting-edge technology from Lummus Technology, a leading US company specializing in propane dehydrogenation to propylene.
According to the Color Masterbatch Industry Network, Zhongjing Petrochemical’s third propane dehydrogenation unit and the upcoming fourth polypropylene unit will boost the company’s annual output to an astonishing 2.8 million tons of propylene and 3.8 million tons of polypropylene, respectively. This milestone solidifies its position as the world’s largest single-plant production base for these chemicals. This achievement is a testament to Zhongjing Petrochemical’s relentless pursuit of technological breakthroughs and multiple “world’s first” innovations.
The propane dehydrogenation unit not only supplies high-purity propylene for the polypropylene unit but also generates hydrogen as a valuable by-product for subsequent projects, embodying a clever design of internal recycling. This circular economy approach enhances resource efficiency and boosts the company’s economic benefits.
Remarkably, Zhongjing Petrochemical has transitioned from being a private enterprise primarily producing films to being the world’s only full-chain BOPP enterprise, spanning from propane terminals to propane, propylene, polypropylene, and polypropylene films. This transformation reflects the company’s spirit of continuous excellence and innovation.
Looking ahead, Zhongjing Petrochemical remains committed to its philosophy of “top-notch technology and maximum scale,” driven by green technological innovation, and is steadfastly moving towards an annual output value of 100 billion yuan. There’s every reason to believe that Zhongjing Petrochemical will shine even brighter in the global chemical industry.