LyondellBasell and Polynt Collaborate to Develop Marine Resins with +LC Solutions

ROTTERDAM, July 9, 2025

LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB), a leader in the global chemical industry, announced the expansion of its long-standing collaboration with Polynt, a global expert in specialty polymers and intermediates. Together, the companies are developing a high-quality resin for the marine industry based on LYB Styrene +LC (low carbon) solutions.

+LC solutions are produced using a mass balance approach under the ISCC PLUS certification system, using bio-circular feedstocks. These products enable companies to reduce Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining performance, reliability, and quality.

“Our +LC solutions offer a reduced carbon footprint compared to fossil-based equivalents, helping companies like Polynt meet sustainability targets while maintaining high product quality,” said Francesca Faranda, Senior Account Manager at LYB.

Polynt is using Styrene +LC to manufacture resins specifically designed for boats and yachts. These next-generation resins deliver strong durability and performance while contributing to a lower carbon footprint, supporting the marine sector’s transition toward more sustainable solutions.

“Polynt’s commitment to sustainable industrial growth is a core driver of our strategy. By aligning with market, regulatory, and stakeholder expectations, we are advancing innovation in thermosetting composites through eco-design, material optimization, and circular manufacturing models. Strengthening long-term collaboration with LYB and other partners allows us to reinforce our technological leadership while ensuring environmental integrity and competitiveness,” said Maurizio Leonardi, EVP Europe at Polynt.

At LYB, the focus is on enabling a circular and low carbon economy, creating value for customers and society through sustainable and high-performance solutions like Styrene +LC.

About LyondellBasell

LyondellBasell is a global leader in the chemical industry, developing solutions for sustainable everyday living. Through advanced technologies and investments, it supports the transition to a circular and low-carbon economy.

It is one of the world’s largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, serving applications from transportation and food safety to clean water and healthcare.

About Polynt

Polynt has been active for over 70 years in the production, sales, research, and development of organic anhydrides and their derivatives and is a global leader in thermoset composites.

The Group specializes in:

• Unsaturated Polyester Resins
• Vinyl Ester Resins
• Gelcoats and derivatives

Its North American coatings business provides advanced solutions to the paint and coatings industry.

With a global presence including manufacturing, commercial, and R&D facilities, Polynt delivers innovative and sustainable solutions, combining eco-design, quality, and progress through partnerships with leading international universities and research institutions.