- INEOS Inovyn completed the acquisition of the UK’s only ethylene dichloride asset, a key building block for PVC, on 30 October.
- The transaction includes Vynova Runcorn Limited’s remaining 50% shareholding in Runcorn MCP Limited.
- Strengthens the continuity of strategically critical chlor‑alkali operations in the UK, underpinning water treatment, food manufacturing and the materials used to build homes.
- Stephen Dossett, CEO of INEOS Inovyn, said: “Securing Runcorn’s asset, which is the last in the UK, from closure is an important step in strengthening the UK’s national resilience. But we need the Government to step up and play its part.
- "British chemicals manufacturers need a level playing field: cheaper energy, lower carbon and compliance costs, and urgent trade protection. Otherwise, we risk becoming dependent on imports for essential chemicals, from the salt and chlorine that help keep our drinking water safe to the materials used to build our homes and support critical manufacturing.”
INEOS Inovyn has completed the acquisition of the remaining 50% shareholding in Runcorn MCP Limited, together with the assets and employees associated with ethylene dichloride production at Runcorn from Vynova Runcorn Limited, following its entry into administration in 2025.
The deal fully integrates the chlor-alkali and EDC value chain under INEOS Inovyn. By bringing these businesses together, INEOS Inovyn strengthens the long-term future of the site and its skilled workforce, while enhancing security of supply for customers.
Around 98% of the chlorine used in drinking water treatment is supplied by Runcorn, highlighting the site’s critical importance to public health and national infrastructure.
The acquisition represents an important step in safeguarding the continuity of strategically critical chlor-alkali operations in the UK. These products are essential for safe drinking water and food manufacturing, and support a wide range of industries including pharmaceuticals,
healthcare and construction. Strengthening the UK’s chlor-alkali industry is vital to the country’s strategic autonomy and national resilience.
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About INEOS Inovyn
INEOS Inovyn is Europe's largest producer of chlorvinyls and the global leader in speciality PVC. We deliver products that are essential for modern life, from construction and automotive, to healthcare and renewable energy. Our business is committed to play a key role in the Net Zero transition, through offering low greenhouse gas products and developing new technologies for recycling PVC.
With annual sales of €3 billion, INEOS Inovyn employs circa 4,000 people and has manufacturing, sales and marketing operations in 8 countries across Europe. Our portfolio consists of an extensive range of best-in-class products arranged across General Purpose Vinyls, Specialty Vinyls, Organic Chlorine Derivatives, Chlor-Alkali, Hydrogen and Performance Chemicals. INEOS Inovyn's annual commercial production volume is approximately 9 million tonnes.
About INEOS
INEOS products are essential in the modern world. Incredibly versatile, petrochemicals are used in a wide range of end-market applications to save lives, improve health and enhance standards of living. INEOS Group is a global manufacturer of petrochemicals, speciality chemicals and oil products. Our scope of operations has diversified with the launch of INEOS Automotive and the acquisition of our professional sports portfolio including football, cycling, and Formula1. INEOS comprises of 28 individual businesses, we operate 148 facilities in 26 countries around the world employing around 23,000 people.