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Indonesia's Polytama suspended production on propylene supply disruption

Indonesia's Polytama suspended production on propylene supply disruption



According to market sources, PT Polytama Propindo unexpectedly shutdown the PP line this morning after encountered propylene (C3) supply disruption from Pertamina. Initial estimation is that the 180,000 tons/year PP unit would resume normal operation within 24 hours if feedstock supply become normal.

In addition, sources close to the company informed about some electrical supply issues at PT Pertamina (Persero) plant, causing the shutdown of its 578,000 ton/year propylene unit.

Both companies, PT Polytama Propindo and PT Pertamina (Persero)  have just completed a month long maintenance shutdown at its respective production late last week.