Indonesian Chandra Asri Petroleum has increased MTBE and butene-1 production capacity by 25% at its Cilegon base. This move enhances domestic supply security and supports downstream manufacturing grow
Chandra Asri completed MTBE and butene-1 expansion in Indonesia, increasing output by 25% after technical trials at its Cilegon facility.
Middle East military strikes threaten crude and naphtha supplies, forcing Asian petrochemical giants like YNCC and Chandra Asri into force majeure as prices surge. The Strait of Hormuz disruption also
Chandra Asri declared force majeure on polyolefin production at its Indonesia cracker due to feedstock supply disruptions in the Middle East. The suspension will remain in effect until further notice.
Chandra Asri curtailed operations at its Polypropylene unit due to a naphtha shortage. The Cilegon plant has an annual capacity of 590,000 metric tons.
PT Chandra Asri Pacific Tbk declared force majeure due to feedstock shipment disruptions linked to the US-Iran conflict near the Strait of Hormuz. The situation threatens Asia's naphtha supply, drivin
Chandra Asri has started scheduled maintenance at its Cilegon petrochemical complex, impacting naphtha cracker and PE/PP production lines.
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