SINOPEC SABIC Tianjin Petrochemical Co., Ltd., or Sinopec SABIC for short, is a large-scale petrochemical enterprise jointly established by China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec) and Saudi Basic Industries Investment Company (SABIC) with a 50:50 shareholding ratio. Located in Dagang, Binhai New Area, Tianjin, the company enjoys a superior location within the Bohai Rim Economic Circle, adjacent to the Bohai Bay, only 35 kilometers from Tianjin Port, 40 kilometers from Tianjin Airport, and 130 kilometers from Beijing. With extremely convenient transportation and a vast area, since its commercial operation began on May 11, 2010, it has become the preferred partner for numerous domestic and international clients due to its strong capabilities and advantageous geographical location.
SINOPEC SABIC Tianjin Petrochemical not only possesses nine world-leading process technologies and major production units, including a 1.3 million-ton-per-year ethylene unit, but also has complete supporting utilities and auxiliary facilities. Its product range is extensive, including 21 chemicals, 5 functional chemicals, and 28 grades of polymer products in 3 categories, supplying major domestic markets and receiving high praise from customers.
Project Overview and Significance
Recently, Sinopec-SABIC achieved another milestone in its development—the successful commissioning of its 260,000-ton/year polycarbonate project. This project is not only another important achievement of the sincere cooperation between Sinopec, SABIC, and Tianjin Municipality, but also a solid step forward for Sinopec-SABIC in building a "world-class, domestically leading" high-quality enterprise.
Process Technology and Facilities
This project adopts SABIC's non-phosgene melting process, constructing two new PC production lines, each with a capacity of 130,000 tons/year. It is the first production line in China to adopt this process. Years of operation at the Spanish plant have proven that this technology is not only internationally leading, but also safe, reliable, and environmentally friendly. Located in Nangang Industrial Zone, the project covers a total area of 66.1 hectares, with the first phase covering 53.3 hectares and a total investment of RMB 10.183 billion, fully demonstrating Sinopec SABIC's determination and strength in promoting the construction of a green and high-end Bohai Rim new materials industrial base.
