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LyondellBasell Industries N.V.

LYBBasic Materials· Houston, TX, United States
LAYOFFS TRACKED
3
LAST EVENT
Apr 15, 2025
MARKET CAP
$23.87B
EMPLOYEES
20,000

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. operates as a chemical company in the United States, Germany, Mexico, Italy, Poland, France, Japan, China, the Netherlands, and internationally. The company operates in six segments: Olefins and Polyolefins—Americas; Olefins and Polyolefins—Europe, Asia, International; Intermediates and Derivatives; Advanced Polymer Solutions; Refining; and Technology. It produces and markets olefins and co-products, polyethylene, and polypropylene; and propylene oxide and derivatives; oxyfuels and related products; and intermediate chemicals, such as styrene monomer, acetyls, ethylene oxide, and ethylene glycol. In addition, the company produce and markets compounding and solutions including polypropylene compounds, engineered plastics, masterbatches, engineered composites, colors and powders, and advanced polymers including catalloy and polybutene-1; and refines heavy, high-sulfur crude oil and other crude oils, as well as refined products, including gasoline and distillates. Further, it develops and licenses chemical and polyolefin process technologies; manufactures and sells polyolefin catalysts; and serves food packaging, home furnishings, automotive components, and paints and coatings applications. LyondellBasell Industries N.V. was incorporated in 2009 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Layoff history

EVENTS PER QUARTER · HOVER FOR EMPLOYEE COUNTS

Q4 '23: 1 eventsQ1 '24: 0 eventsQ2 '24: 0 eventsQ3 '24: 0 eventsQ4 '24: 0 eventsQ1 '25: 1 eventsQ2 '25: 1 eventsQ3 '25: 0 eventsQ4 '25: 0 eventsQ1 '26: 0 eventsQ2 '26: 0 eventsQ3 '26: 0 events
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Layoff timeline

3 EVENTS
Apr 15, 2025News

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. is set to begin layoffs at its Houston refinery in mid-April 2023, as indicated by a letter detailing the company's plans. The specific number of employees affected has not been disclosed, and further details regarding the reasons for the layoffs or the departments involved have not been provided. This decision comes amidst broader industry trends, but the company has not specified the exact impact on its workforce. The layoffs are part of a planned workforce adjustment at the facility, with operations expected to continue during this transition.

Feb 27, 2025News

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. is laying off approximately 300 workers at its Houston refinery. The layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at improving operational efficiency. The company has not specified the exact reasons for the workforce reduction, but it is indicative of ongoing adjustments within the industry. The layoffs are set to take place in April, impacting a significant portion of the refinery's workforce. This decision reflects the company's response to current market conditions and operational needs.

Oct 1, 2023News

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. is set to lay off 86% of its workforce at its Houston refinery, which is currently shuttered. This decision comes as part of the company's restructuring efforts following the closure of the facility. The layoffs will affect a significant portion of the employees, reflecting the company's ongoing adjustments in response to market conditions. The exact date of the layoffs is not specified, but they are part of the company's broader operational changes. This move highlights the challenges faced by LyondellBasell in maintaining profitability amid fluctuating demand.

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