HOUSTON, Dec. 7, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell
(NYSE: LYB), one of the largest plastics, chemicals and refining
companies in the world, was honored by the American Institute of
Chemical Engineers (AIChE) for inspiring the next generation of
engineers during the 2017 AIChE gala held in New York City. The special recognition
commemorates the company's support of students in their pursuit of
knowledge in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and
Math (STEM).
"Our future depends on the next generation of innovative
scientists, skilled engineers and highly trained systems
operators," said LyondellBasell CEO Bob
Patel. "We are proud to support programs that
encourage our best and brightest to pursue a career in a sector
that is advancing the positive future we know is possible. "
In addition to providing financial and volunteer support to
schools working to improve STEM education in the communities where
the company operates, LyondellBasell also supports workforce
development and job training programs at colleges and
universities.
In accepting the award, Mr. Patel reflected on the profound
technological advances in the industry and pointed to the exciting
career opportunities available due to significant growth in the
U.S. chemical sector.
He noted that young engineers are drawn to careers that make a
tangible difference in the world, adding that the chemical industry
is advancing solutions in modern healthcare, helping to deliver
clean water, and reducing emissions by light weighting
vehicles.
"This industry is leading the charge in helping to solve some of
the world's most daunting challenges," Mr. Patel said. "We have a
lot to be proud of."
The AIChE gala raised approximately $450,000 to support programs that strengthen
pre-college STEM education and foster a diverse and inclusive
engineering profession.
"Attracting and preparing tomorrow's chemical engineers — and
promoting an inclusive workforce in which they can all thrive — are
essential if we are to successfully respond to global challenges,"
said AIChE executive director June C.
Wispelwey. "Our gala honorees, through their dedication to
early-education, are examples to which all employers of engineers
should aspire."
About LyondellBasell
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) is one of the
largest plastics, chemicals and refining companies in the world.
Driven by its 13,000 employees around the globe, LyondellBasell
produces materials and products that are key to advancing solutions
to modern challenges like enhancing food safety through lightweight
and flexible packaging, protecting the purity of water supplies
through stronger and more versatile pipes, and improving the
safety, comfort and fuel efficiency of many of the cars and trucks
on the road. LyondellBasell sells products into approximately 100
countries and is the world's largest licensor of polyolefin and
polypropylene technologies. More information about LyondellBasell
can be found
at www.lyondellbasell.com.
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