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MoReTec-1: A milestone event for LYB
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MoReTec-1: A milestone event for LYB
Since childhood, science and chemistry always fascinated me. I saw them as key to unlock a world of discovery, and I wanted to have a job that immersed me in science and engineering. Since then, my career journey saw me travel the world to work on consequential projects harnessing the power of chemistry. By far, this project is one of the most critical undertakings in which I’ve participated. Last week, I had the privilege of attending the symbolic foundation stone laying for our new catalyti...
ACC’s Ask a Change Maker campaign highlights LYB EVP Tracey Campbell
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ACC’s Ask a Change Maker campaign highlights LYB EVP Tracey Campbell
The American Chemistry Council’s (ACC) campaign, Ask a Change Maker, features Tracey Campbell, LYB Executive Vice President, Sustainability & Corporate Affairs in its latest video, explaining how circularity works in keeping plastics out of landfills or the environment. Campbell serves as vice chair of the World Plastics Council and is an executive committee member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste. Ask a Change Maker is a campaigns launched by the ACC to showcase innovative and sustainabl...
Tracey Campbell talks business of sustainability, value creation with Bloomberg TV
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Tracey Campbell talks business of sustainability, value creation with Bloomberg TV
Appearing on Bloomberg TV's "The Close," Tracey Campbell spoke with hosts Alix Steel and Vonnie Quinn about the LYB strategy to create solutions for a better tomorrow and the importance of value creation. As EVP of sustainability and corporate affairs, Campbell outlined the importance of focusing on the company's core assets and businesses to fund incremental circular and low carbon solutions to address the demand gap for these products. She also shared perspectives on the next negotiating...
Championing equity at LYB
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Championing equity at LYB
At LyondellBasell (LYB), we champion people by putting them at the heart of everything we do and by embracing a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. One of the ways we reinforce our dedication to this LYB value is through our People and Culture Equity Committee. Equity is about providing everyone with the resources they need to succeed and ensuring that employees are treated fairly. The role of the Equity Committee In 2023, we established an Equity Committee comprised of all key function...
LYB announces winners in 2024 Digital Innovation Challenge
Innovation
LYB announces winners in 2024 Digital Innovation Challenge
For the fourth consecutive year, LYB organized the Digital Innovation Challenge (DIC), a competition for employees to work together in cross-functional teams aimed at developing innovative digital solutions to enhance workplace efficiency and efficacy.  The DIC attracts significant interest each year, and this edition was no exception. Over 30 global LYB teams submitted projects, which addressed a wide array of opportunities for value creation.  What sets the DIC apart is that no prior IT...
LYB VP Martino Gabellich featured on Industry Pulse series on Sustainability & ESG
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LYB VP Martino Gabellich featured on Industry Pulse series on Sustainability & ESG
As part of their ongoing "Industry Pulse" series, the Industrial Practice Group at Pedersen & Partners recently hosted a guest speaker session with Martino Gabellich, LYB Vice President Advanced Recycling and Low Carbon Solutions. Gabellich shared his extensive knowledge and the latest advancements in recycling technologies, particularly focusing on the complementary roles of mechanical and chemical recycling in fostering a sustainable future. At LYB, Gabellich is responsible on a global basi...
LyondellBasell Receives "Just Transition" Award from ASviS
Sustainability
LyondellBasell Receives "Just Transition" Award from ASviS
LyondellBasell (LYB), recently received the prestigious “Just Transition Award” from the Italian Alliance for Sustainable Development (ASviS), established to raise awareness of the importance of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, during the 2024 edition of Festival of Sustainability for its advanced recycling technology MoReTec.   "We are deeply honored to have received the Just Transition award in a context related to sustainability and circular economy," said Antonio Mazzucco,...
Celebrating excellence in community partnerships
Advancing Good
Celebrating excellence in community partnerships
LyondellBasell has received numerous prestigious awards in 2024 for its commitment to community partners and global corporate citizenship. These accolades underscore dedication to the communities where LYB lives and operates, showcasing the company’s values in action. Here are the recent highlights celebrating excellence in community partnerships. Outstanding College/Corporate Partnership Award from the American Association of Community Colleges The American Association of Community Colleges...
Dr. Harry Mavridis receives prestigious Fellow of Society Award
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Dr. Harry Mavridis receives prestigious Fellow of Society Award
Dr. Harry Mavridis receives prestigious Fellow of Society Award In January 2024, the U.S. Society of Plastic Engineers (SPE) honored Dr. Harry Mavridis, LyondellBasell director of product development and circular design, with the Fellow of Society Award. Dr. Mavridis is one of only six individuals to receive the recognition this year and joins a select group of 365 members who have been awarded this prestigious title since it was introduced in 1984. These members were honored for their...
Plastics and Planet: Enabling a sustainable future
Sustainability
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Plastics and Planet: Enabling a sustainable future
By Tracey Campbell, EVP Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Plastic pollution is a critical issue, and we recognize our industry has an   important role to play in solving the problem. Today, on Earth Day, we are all reminded of our responsibility to safeguard and protect our planet and there is undoubtedly a need for industry to move faster.       Framing plastics as an adversary to the planet ignores the positive role which plastics play in society, the promise of a circular economy, and t...
2023 Annual Report: CEO letter
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2023 Annual Report: CEO letter
In his letter to investors, CEO Peter Vanacker reflects on the accomplishments detailed in our 2023 annual report and how they’re set to shape future performance.   Dear shareholders: It is with great pride in our global team that I present our company’s 2023 results. Against last year’s challenging market conditions, we stood firm in our commitment to safe operations, robust cash generation and disciplined capital allocation. In addition, we announced our new, value-focused strategy, aligned...
LYB honored by Houston Business Journal with 2024 DEI award
DEI
LYB honored by Houston Business Journal with 2024 DEI award
The Houston Business Journal has selected LyondellBasell (LYB) as one of its 2024 Diversity in Business Awards honorees. The Houston Business Journal Diversity in Business Awards program honors organizations and individuals who have shown exceptional commitment to promoting practices that advance diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The program also recognizes business leadership and those who bolster equality across all areas of diversity; including age, disability, gender, sexual...
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