- INEOS strengthens European commitment by signing new distribution agreements with Omya Performance Polymer Distribution and Snetor that complement its existing partnership with Biesterfeld
- New partnerships expand customer access to high‑quality, locally produced polymers and support secure, stable regional supply at a time of increasing global supply chain pressure
- Backed by INEOS’ major long-term investments in low‑carbon, future‑ready production assets, the expanded distribution network enhances service for converters and reinforces INEOS’ long-term growth strategy in Europe
INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe is strengthening its commitment to Europe even further by signing new distribution agreements that expand access to its local, high-quality polyolefins offer - while also investing heavily to reinforce long term security of supply across the region.
INEOS has signed new agreements with two leading distribution partners – Omya Performance Polymer Distribution and Snetor – to broaden customer access to its domestic product portfolio.
These additional partnerships complement INEOS’ existing long-term relationship with Biesterfeld, which will continue.
The partners bring strong market expertise, technical capability and service, complementing INEOS’ strengths in production, product development and innovation. Combined with INEOS’ strategic EUR 4BN investment in Europe’s most sustainable cracker and EUR 500M investment to transform the Lavera site into a modern low carbon facility, this creates a competitive, future ready proposition for converters and reinforces INEOS commitment to Europe.
The agreements give more converters access to a stable, domestic supply of high-quality polymer grades manufactured across INEOS’ European production network. With global supply chains facing increasing pressure, INEOS is investing to ensure secure regional supply, a broader product portfolio and innovative sustainability solutions.
The distributors share INEOS’ commitment to growth, supporting its strategy to strengthen its downstream presence and enhance service for small and medium sized converters that depend on consistent, high-quality supply. Backed by INEOS’ extensive investment programme, the partnerships ensure customers benefit from both strong local supply and leading-edge solutions.
The new partnerships build on INEOS’ established distribution network, further extending its market coverage and deepening its presence across key European markets.
Rob Ingram, INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe CEO says: “Supported by our long-term investment programme including world scale, low-carbon production assets and recycling ready technologies, these partnerships reinforce our deep commitment to European supply. We are ensuring customers can access high quality, locally manufactured polymers they can rely on at a time of increasingly volatility. Our new distributors combine strong market presence and excellent technical capability with strategies that align closely with our own, making them ideal partners for our next phase of growth.”
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About INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe
INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe has the capacity to manufacture over 8.5 million tons of chemicals and polymers at eight sites. These are used to produce a wide range of derivative products that both enable and enhance many aspects of life today. From a broad technology base, the business can produce polymers specifically tailored to provide high value solutions to customers in its chosen market sectors.
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About Omya Performance Polymer Distribution
Omya Performance Polymer Distribution is exclusively focused on the global distribution of polymers, serving four key sectors: high-performance polymers, engineering polymers, standard polymers, and rubber polymers and additives. Its broad geographical footprint and technical expertise, combined with a comprehensive portfolio, offer customers and principals a specialist service in this rapidly evolving market.
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About Snetor Group
Founded in 1981, Snetor Group is a major global player in the distribution of plastics and chemicals. Its innovative, efficient, and committed strategy has enabled it to become a leader in Latin America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Today, the group is one of the most influential plastic distributors in these markets. With more than 450 employees, the group achieved consolidated revenues of nearly €2 billion in 2025.
More information: www.snetor.com / LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/snetor
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Richard Longden, INEOS t: +41 79 962 61 23 e: richard.longden@ineos.com
Trade Press:
Alistair Shaw, Communications Manager, INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe
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