Braskem

Braskem operates in the chemical and petrochemical industry and plays a significant role in other production chains that are essential to economic development. Braskem is the only integrated first- and second-generation petrochemical producer of thermoplastic resins in Brazil. This position translates into competitive advantages, such as production scale and operating efficiency. In the U.S. and Europe, Braskem produces second generation material. Created in August 2002 by the merger of six companies from the Odebrecht Group and the Mariani Group, today Braskem is the largest petrochemical company in the Americas and the world's leading biopolymer producer. Braskem produces polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins, as well as basic petrochemicals such as ethylene, propylene, butadiene, chlorine, benzene, toluene, etc. First-generation producers make basic petrochemicals, such as ethylene and propylene, using naphtha, natural gas and ethane as feedstock. These compounds are essential to the second generation, which involves the production of thermoplastic resins (PE, PP and PVC), which are then used by third-generation producers, i.e., plastics converters.

Roberto Bischoff

CEO

2 past transactions

Nexus Circular

Corporate Round in 2022
Nexus Circular is an advanced recycling company focused on converting landfill-bound plastics into high-quality, sustainable materials. The company employs innovative technology to process a wide range of hard-to-recycle plastics, including both rigid and film types. By transforming these materials, Nexus Circular supplies ISCC Plus certified products to petrochemical companies, which can then be used to produce virgin-quality plastics. This process not only diverts plastics from landfills but also helps clients meet their sustainability goals by displacing fossil-based materials with circular alternatives.

Quattor Petrochemical

Acquisition in 2010
Quattor Petrochemical Co. is a Brazilian petrochemical company that was once the second largest in its sector. The company's operations encompassed the production of thermoplastic resins, a key component in a variety of industries. Quattor Petrochemical Co. was also involved in logistics, planning, and transport. In 2010, the company was acquired by Braskem, another petrochemical company, which resulted in Braskem gaining nearly full control of the Brazilian petrochemical sector.
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