Braskem's Commitment to Safety Recognized with Six Texas Chemistry Council Awards

Braskem has been honored with six awards from the Texas Chemistry Council (TCC) for its 2025 performance in safety, community engagement, and sustainability across its Texas operations. The awards recognize the Seadrift, Oyster Creek, and La Porte facilities for achieving zero recordable safety and process incidents. This recognition highlights the industry's focus on operational discipline and process safety as essential components for leading petrochemical producers in the Gulf Coast region.

Braskem, recognized as the largest polyolefins producer in the Americas, received six honors at the Texas Chemistry Council (TCC) and Texas Chemistry Alliance (TCA) "Elements of Excellence" banquet on June 4, 2026. The Seadrift facility was granted the Zero Incident Award and the Dr. Sam Mannan Award for Zero Process Safety Incidents, reflecting a year of zero recordable safety and process incidents. Loris Canahuati, Braskem’s U.S. Gulf Coast Industrial Director and TCC Board Chairman, stated that the awards reflect a culture of following procedures and leading with a mindset that prioritizes employee safety above all else.

The Oyster Creek site received three distinct accolades, including the Caring for Texas Award, the Zero Incident Award, and the Dr. Sam Mannan Award. These honors recognize the facility's strong safety performance alongside its dedication to community engagement, emergency preparedness, and sustainability. Meanwhile, the La Porte site was honored with the Dr. Sam Mannan Award for Zero Process Safety Incidents, which acknowledges the facility's commitment to maintaining safe and reliable operations through rigorous process safety management.

Hector Rivero, President and CEO of the TCC, praised Braskem for setting a strong example for the chemical industry through its commitment to safe operations and continuous improvement. As the leading producer of polypropylene in the United States, Braskem operates six production plants and multiple innovation centers, employing nearly 8,000 people globally. These safety achievements support the company's broader mission of providing sustainable chemical and plastic solutions to diverse market segments, including healthcare, automotive, and food packaging, while strengthening the circular economy.