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LyondellBasell to Increase PE Prices in Europe

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, June 27 PRNewswire — Effective July 1, LyondellBasell Industries will increase prices in Europe by euro 200 per tonne on all of its polyethylene grades.

"This increase is due to escalating feedstock and energy costs which have been eroding our margins since the beginning of the year," said Hans-Robert Schmidt, Senior Vice President of LyondellBasell's Polyethylene Business.

LyondellBasell Industries is one of the world's largest polymers, petrochemicals and fuels companies. We are the global leader in polyolefins technology, production and marketing; a pioneer in propylene oxide and derivatives; and a significant producer of fuels and refined products, including bio-fuels. Through research and development, LyondellBasell develops innovative materials and technologies that deliver exceptional customer value and products that improve quality of life for people around the world. Headquartered in The Netherlands, LyondellBasell (http://www.lyondellbasell.com) is privately owned by Access Industries.

SOURCE LyondellBasell Industries

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