US' LYB & Polynt partner on low-carbon marine resin
LYB +LC solutions are produced using a mass balance approach using the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certification system. Sourced from bio-circular feedstocks, these products enable businesses to reduce their scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while maintaining the performance, reliability and quality that are essential for modern living.
LyondellBasell and Polynt have expanded their collaboration to develop a high-performance, low-carbon resin for the marine industry using LYB's Styrene +LC solution. Sourced from bio-circular feedstocks and ISCC PLUS certified, the resin offers reduced carbon emissions while maintaining strength and durability, supporting sustainability in boat and yacht construction.
'Our +LC solutions offer a reduced carbon footprint compared to our equivalent products sourced from fossil-based feedstocks, helping businesses like Polynt achieve their sustainability targets while maintaining the high quality their customers expect', said Francesca Faranda, senior account manager at LYB.
Polynt is utilizing LYB Styrene +LC to manufacture resins that are specifically designed for the construction of boats and yachts. These next-generation resins offer outstanding durability, strength and performance, while contributing to a reduced product carbon footprint – a meaningful step forward as the marine industry pursues more lower carbon solutions.
'Polynt's commitment to sustainable industrial growth is a core driver of our business strategy. In alignment with the most recent requests from the market, the regulating bodies and the other stakeholders, we are pioneering innovation in the thermosetting composites industry through eco-design, material optimization and circular manufacturing models. By fostering long-term collaboration with LYB – who has always been a leading partner among our suppliers – with industry players and with research institutions, we are strengthening our technological leadership while ensuring environmental integrity and market competitiveness. This approach enables us to anticipate evolving regulatory requirements, meet the rising demand for sustainable solutions and deliver resilient, value-driven outcomes across the entire value chain.' said Maurizio Leonardi, executive vice president for Europe at Polynt.
At LYB, we believe in unlocking value for our customers and society by enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Through solutions like Styrene +LC , we are proud to help customers across industries create products that are both high-performing and more sustainable. Note: The headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged.
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