Alastian online polyolefins business channel celebrates fifth anniversary
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, May 20, 2009 – This year marks the fifth anniversary of LyondellBasell Industries’ unique no-frills, online polyolefins business channel, Alastian. “Launched in 2004, Alastian has proven to be the most successful online tool in the polyolefins industry,” said Filip Van de Vliet, General Manager of Alastian. We now have nearly 5,000 registered users worldwide who benefit from the many services we offer through this platform.” Alastian sells polyolefins in nearly 50 countries worldwide. The broad range of grades available through Alastian has grown from 40 to more than 80 prime polypropylene (PP), high density polyethylene (HDPE) and low density polyethylene grades (LDPE). Selected from among the LyondellBasell products most in demand, the resins are used by customers in applications ranging from injection molding and packaging to film and blow molding. Global operations Added Van de Vliet, ”The launch of Alastian in the Asian market represents a significant step towards making the channel a truly global operation. We’ve had a very promising start in the region, with nearly 200 registered users to date. All of the regions we serve through Alastian have recognized that this online business is truly unique in the polyolefins industry. With its pricing transparency and real choice of service levels, Alastian is the smarter way to buy resins for customers who do not require all of the extras associated with traditional sales channels.” Increased online business
Photo caption: 2009 marks the fifth anniversary of LyondellBasell Industries’ unique no-frills, online polyolefins business channel, Alastian.
LyondellBasell Industries is one of the world’s largest polymers, petrochemicals and fuels companies. We are the global leader in polyolefins technology, production and marketing; a pioneer in propylene oxide and derivatives; and a significant producer of fuels and refined products, including biofuels. Through research and development, LyondellBasell develops innovative materials and technologies that deliver exceptional customer value and products that improve quality of life for people around the world. Headquartered in The Netherlands, LyondellBasell (www.lyondellbasell.com) is privately owned by Access Industries.
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