Tag: LyondellBasell Edison Plant

  • Chemical leak at Lyondell Basell plant contained within two hours; two people treated for respiratory issues

    Chemical leak at Lyondell Basell plant contained within two hours; two people treated for respiratory issues

    EDISON – A chemical leak at the Lyondell Basell plant on Meadow Road last night, Aug. 23, was contained within two hours, according to Police Lt. Robert Dudash. The chemical leak of 200 gallons of liquid titanium tetrachloride, which the plant manufactures, occurred at 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 23, according to police. Two employees from…

  • LyondellBasell Edison Plant celebrates 90 years

    LyondellBasell Edison Plant celebrates 90 years

    EDISON – As the chemical industry remains one of the largest industries in the state, the LyondellBasell Edison Plant is a prime example of why. Celebrating 90 years this year, the plant, with Antero Oretega-Velazco at the helm as site manager, is thriving with an estimated economic impact of $19.6  million, which includes yearly total…

  • LyondellBasell Edison plant welcomes students from the Netherlands

    LyondellBasell Edison plant welcomes students from the Netherlands

    EDISON – The LyondellBasell Edison plant recently welcomed a group of Dutch students from Delft University of Technology. The young engineers toured the facility and visited with staff to learn more about the company. “We were thrilled to educate future chemical engineers on how LyondellBasell operates around the world and the opportunities we provide our…

  • LyondellBasell Plant in Edison showcases operations

    EDISON — LyondellBasell, one of the world’s largest plastics, chemicals and refining companies, opened its doors recently to dignitaries and members of the Edison Fire Department. “We are always excited to showcase our operations,” said Dave Schrutka, LyondellBasell Edison site manager. “With over $18 million in payroll, benefits and purchases from local vendors and approximately…