WESTLAKE

Expanded US vinyls complex dedicated / Cracker converted to ethane / Raising output in Lake Charles

BAYER MATERIALSCIENCE

Private equity investors said to be considering takeover bids / Holding as yet focused on IPO

WESTLAKE

Vinnolit acquisition wrapped up / “Major step” on US PVC producer's strategic path

KLÖCKNER PENTAPLAST

Owner SVP reportedly launching renewed sale attempt / Rigid film producer to change hands for up to EUR 1.5 bn

WESTLAKE

North American PVC producer acquires Vinnolit / Latest consolidation in the global PVC market

OMAN OIL

Purchase of Oxea from Advent International / Plans to build integrated chemical platform in Oman