Honeywell announced that Egyptian Linear Alkyl Benzene (ELAB) Company has selected Honeywell UOP’s petrochemical licensing, technologies and engineering services to help increase normal paraffins production to support its linear alkylbenzene (LAB) facility in Egypt.

 

The project will support the addition of new units and revamp existing assets at ELAB’s facility in Egypt, helping ELAB to significantly increase its normal paraffin production on an accelerated schedule.

 

Normal paraffins are used for producing LAB, which is a key raw material used in the production of laundry detergents and washing liquids.

By expanding production, ELAB aims to strengthen its ability to meet current market demand while building on the performance of its existing operations.

 

Dr Ayman El-Garem, Chairman & CEO of ELAB, said: "Based on the strategy of the Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, and in alignment with the ongoing guidance of HE Eng. Karim Badawy, the Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, this effort aims to maximize the value added by the petrochemical complex in Egypt. With the full support and coordination of the Egyptian Petrochemical Holding Company (Echem), ELAB has reached this significant strategic milestone”

 

He added: ELAB's success in maximizing high-quality production positions us well for anticipated future demand. Our longstanding relationship with Honeywell, dating back to ELAB's startup, instills confidence in the technology and engineering approaches supporting this project. This collaboration will enable us to scale production while maintaining the highest quality standards and strengthen our position as leaders in LAB production in the market."

 

“This project reflects the value of long-term collaboration and proven technology in helping customers expand capacity quickly and efficiently,” said Matt Spalding, vice president of Honeywell Process Technology in the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, India and North Africa. “By combining technology licensing for new units with revamping existing assets, we are helping ELAB build on its strong operational base and respond to growing demand for an essential chemical used in everyday consumer products. -OGN/TradeArabia News Service