Larsen & Toubro Dispatches Heaviest Ethylene Oxide Reactors to China for BASF Project

Larsen & Toubro dispatches world's heaviest ethylene oxide reactors to China for BASF's petrochemical project, marking a milestone in global engineering.

Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a leading infrastructure company, has achieved a significant milestone by dispatching the world's heaviest ethylene oxide reactors to China. These reactors, crucial components in petrochemical plants, were sent by L&T's heavy engineering vertical for a project undertaken by BASF, a chemical giant.

Anil V Parab, whole-time Director & Senior Executive Vice President at L&T Heavy Engineering and L&T Valves, expressed gratitude to BASF for entrusting L&T with the task of supplying these critical reactors for their prestigious project.

Ethylene Oxide (EO) reactors play a vital role in the catalytic conversion of ethylene into ethylene oxide, a key intermediate in the production of various downstream chemicals. The ones dispatched by L&T are notably the largest EO reactors ever built in BASF's 160-year history. They are intended for a petrochemical project at Verbund in Zhanjiang, China, aimed at bolstering the chemical market in the region.

Joachim Thiel, Senior Vice President & Senior Project Management New Verbund at BASF China, emphasized the significance of these reactors in supporting the growth of the chemical market in China.

Larsen & Toubro, a USD 27 billion multinational company, specializes in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects, as well as hi-tech manufacturing and services. This achievement underscores L&T's expertise and capability in delivering complex engineering solutions on a global scale.

The dispatch of these reactors marks a milestone not only for L&T but also for the industry as a whole, showcasing technological advancements and the ability to undertake and execute large-scale projects efficiently.