Econic and Manali Petrochemicals announce partnership to scale process technology

MPL signed a MoU with Econic Technologies to scale their catalyst technology that allows for the substitution of fossil based raw materials with captured waste CO₂ in the production of polyols. The partnership involves, MPL and Econic collaborating to scale the technology at MPL’s pilot plant in India. On successful completion, this will be followed by the introduction of the process to one of the production trains in MPL’s main plant. The shared intent is to bring CO₂containing polyols to MPL’s customers.  

Muthukrishnan Ravi, Managing Director of MPL said: “We are happy to be collaborating with Econic in the testing and commercial development on this green initiative that is line with our group’s vision of being a responsible corporate citizen.”

Ashwin Muthiah, Chairman of AM International, Promoter Group said: “It’s an important step in the right direction. Sustainability of raw material supply and protecting the environment is critical for future generations.”

Keith Wiggins, CEO of Econic Technologies said: “We are excited to begin working with the MPL team, the industry leader in India, to help them serve their vibrant and growing polyurethane market with sustainable CO₂ containing polyols.”

Source

Econic, press release, 2021-09-27.

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Econic Technologies Ltd.
Manali Petrochemicals Limited

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