Honeywell and Dangote Partner to Expand Global Petrochemical Production Capacity

Honeywell is equipping the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals facility with specialized process technologies and catalysts that distinguish the plant from regional competitors through its massive scale and integrated production capabilities. By utilizing Honeywell UOP’s proprietary systems, the refinery is transitioning from a traditional fuel producer into a diversified industrial hub capable of manufacturing high-demand plastic precursors and detergent ingredients. This technological integration allows the facility to meet sophisticated market needs that many standard refineries cannot address, effectively positioning Nigeria as a primary exporter of refined goods rather than a dependent importer.

Strategic Infrastructure for Energy and Supply Chain Independence
The implementation of Honeywell UOP’s Oleflex technology provides a significant competitive edge by enabling the annual production of 750,000 metric tons of propylene. This specific technology optimizes the conversion of raw materials into high-quality building blocks for packaging, consumer electronics, and industrial components. Unlike smaller-scale regional operations, this volume allows Dangote to stabilize domestic supply chains and drive industrial growth across West Africa. The collaboration is centered on achieving a massive increase in refining capacity, with the goal of reaching 1.4 million barrels per day by 2028, which would establish the facility as the largest petroleum refinery globally.

Advancing Large-Scale Detergent Production with LAB Technology
A critical differentiator in Dangote’s portfolio is the deployment of a suite of Honeywell technologies designed to produce 400,000 metric tons of linear alkylbenzene (LAB) per year. As a fundamental ingredient in biodegradable detergents and surfactants, the scale of the Lekki LAB plant is expected to be among the largest in the world upon reaching full production. By integrating these advanced process and automation technologies, the facility maximizes efficiency and throughput, ensuring long-term reliability and value. This shift toward high-value petrochemicals allows the refinery to capture global market share and respond to the rising international demand for essential household and industrial cleaning products.

Edited by Evgeny Churilov, Induportals Media - Adapted by AI.

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