South African chemical firm, Sasol, has started construction work on its $8.1-bn ethane cracker and derivatives complex in Westlake, Louisiana, US. Said to triple Sasol's chemical production in the US, the petrochemical complex will benefit from domestic ethane supplies, to produce various speciality chemicals for global markets. "By the time construction is complete in 2018, Sasol's investment will total almost $9-bn, making it one of the largest investments in our company's history," said Mr. Steve Cornell, Sasol international operations Executive Vice-President.
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