Synthetic rubber firm Arlanxeo recently inaugurated its new Therban hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber (HNBR) plant in Changzhou, China. The new plant supports expanding Arlanxeo’s HNBR production footprint and its ability to deliver elastomer solutions to customers across China and the Asia-Pacific region, while helping meet the growing demand for advanced rubber materials in strategic sectors, such as new energy, new mobility, and other industrial applications.
“China is important in supporting Aramco’s downstream growth. Arlanxeo’s new Therban HNBR plant is the most recent demonstration of Aramco’s downstream expansion strategy of portfolio diversification and integration, underscoring our confidence in China’s innovation and manufacturing strength. We look forward to deepening our cooperation and further contributing to China’s high-quality and sustainable growth,” commented Faisal Al Faqeer, Arlanxeo Shareholders’ Committee Chairman and Aramco Senior Vice President of In-Kingdom Liquids to Chemicals Development.
Stephan van Santbrink, Arlanxeo CEO, stated, “With the new HNBR plant now fully operational, we are further integrating our local production and R&D capabilities to strengthen the resilience of our global supply network. By delivering locally produced, high-quality rubber products, we will continue to collaborate with our customers and accelerate application innovation, creating greater economic and social value across our value chain.”