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Braskem S.A. reports news on its petrochemical and polymer business, including polyolefins, biopolymers, chemicals, petrochemicals, fuels, industrial utilities, and ADR-related company disclosures. The company’s operating updates commonly reference its Brazil/South America, United States and Europe, and Mexico activities, as well as production and sales trends across petrochemical complexes.
Recurring developments include circular and lower-carbon plastics, I’m green™ bio-based polyethylene, recycled and traditional polyolefins, packaging applications, healthcare and hygiene grades such as Medcol V7040, and collaborations tied to renewable or circular feedstocks. News also covers Form 20-F reporting, annual meeting materials, governance notices, and capital-structure-related communications.
Braskem (NYSE:BAK) will showcase its I'm green™ bio-based portfolio at Sustainable Brands 2025 in San Diego, Oct 13–16, with a booth at #311 and multiple program sessions.
The company highlights a 275,000 ton/year I'm green™ polyethylene capacity (a 37% increase since 2010) and says this enables capture of ~159,000 tons CO₂/year. Braskem will present client case studies (KANE Footwear, Bottle Up, Deckers, Gelmart, DeTerra) and host sessions on Scope 3 emissions, circularity, and bio-based material applications in footwear and fashion.
Milbank LLP announced it will host a conference call for unsecured bondholders of Braskem S.A. (NYSE:BAK) on September 29, 2025, at 12 p.m. EST. The call comes after Braskem's recent announcement about engaging financial and legal advisors to evaluate options for optimizing its capital structure.
The law firm, leveraging its expertise in Brazilian restructurings and familiarity with Braskem's financials, will discuss recent developments and implications for unsecured creditors. Interested bondholders must email their holdings information to braskem@milbank.com, with individual holdings remaining confidential.
Braskem (NYSE:BAK) will showcase its transformation strategy and sustainable innovations at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 8-15. The company will demonstrate its progress in three key areas: optimizing naphtha-based units, expanding gas-based operations, and advancing bio-based technologies.
The company will highlight its I'm green™ portfolio of bio-based products, now used by over 200 brands globally, and its Wenew recycled content portfolio featuring 55+ grades with 85,000+ tons sold worldwide. Braskem's ambitious sustainability targets include producing 1 million tons each of bioproducts and recycled-content products by 2030, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 15%, and achieving net zero by 2050.
Braskem (NYSE:BAK) has expanded its fleet with the addition of the Brave Future, a new ethane carrier vessel representing an investment of approximately R$ 500 million. The ship will operate between the United States, Mexico, and Brazil, enhancing the company's logistics autonomy and global competitiveness.
The vessel features impressive specifications including a 188-meter length, 36,000 m³ capacity, and ability to transport cargo at temperatures down to -104°C. Notably, its dual-fuel engine and advanced propulsion system achieve 40% lower CO₂ emissions compared to average fleets. The ship was financed by Ocean Yield and will be operated by Hartmann Reederei.
This marks Braskem's second dedicated ethane carrier, joining the Brilliant Future, with four more ships expected for delivery in 2026.
Braskem (NYSE: BAK) celebrates the 15th anniversary of its I'm green™ bio-based portfolio while announcing a significant production milestone. The company's green ethylene unit in Triunfo, Brazil, has achieved a 37% capacity expansion, reaching 275,000 tons/year, up from the initial 200,000 tons/year in 2010.
The increased biopolymer production capacity will capture approximately 159,000 tons of CO₂ annually, equivalent to the carbon emissions of 12,000 U.S. citizens in one year. Green ethylene production captures about two tons of carbon dioxide for every ton produced, while maintaining the same quality and versatility as fossil-based alternatives. This expansion aligns with Braskem's goal of becoming carbon-neutral by 2050.
Braskem and Fitesa have announced a significant advancement in sustainable nonwoven materials with the introduction of I'm green™ bio-based high-density polyethylene (HDPE). This innovative material, designed specifically for nonwoven applications, is made from sugarcane-based bioethanol and offers a negative carbon footprint.
The new HDPE grade features optimal melting temperatures for stronger filaments, high-speed manufacturing capability, and full recyclability within existing polyethylene streams. Key benefits include:
- Enhanced spinning stability and process performance
- Same durability as traditional polyethylene
- Traceable bio-based content
- Reliable supply chain infrastructure
Fitesa, the first company to produce Spunbond nonwovens with I'm green™ bio-based polyethylene, will showcase these products at IDEA25 in Miami (April 29-May 1) at booth 901. This collaboration represents a significant step toward decarbonizing the hygiene industry while maintaining product quality and performance.
Braskem (NYSE: BAK), the Philadelphia Eagles, and Science of Sport hosted a STEM-focused 'Field Day' at Lincoln Financial Field on April 3rd, 2025, engaging 125 local students in hands-on activities. The event, part of the 'Tackling STEM' education program, featured five interactive stations combining STEM learning with football, physics, sustainability, and material science.
The initiative emphasizes recycling, plastic circularity, and energy efficiency in stadiums, with Braskem team members volunteering to guide students through activities. Since launching their STEM partnership in 2018, Braskem and the Eagles have provided free STEM education to approximately 24,000 students in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Braskem (NYSE: BAK), the largest resin producer in the Americas and global leader in biopolymers, has released its Q4 2024 earnings report with notable financial achievements. The company generated a Recurring EBITDA of US$102 million in Q4 2024 and achieved a full-year 2024 Recurring EBITDA of US$1.1 billion, marking a significant 46% increase compared to 2023.
The company reported an Operating Cash Generation of US$204 million (approximately R$1.1 billion) and maintains a strong cash position of US$2.4 billion, which provides coverage for debt maturities extending over the next 47 months.
The Philadelphia Eagles and Braskem (NYSE: BAK) have launched 'Tackling STEM', an enhanced education program for the 2024-2025 academic year. The initiative aims to provide free digital and hands-on STEM education to up to 10,000 students across 20+ schools in the Greater Philadelphia area. The program, supported by Science of Sport, includes interactive activities, professional development for teachers, and STEM field trips. This spring, 300 students will visit Lincoln Financial Field for educational activities. Since the partnership's inception in 2018, the program has reached almost 15,000 Philadelphia-area students.