As industries move toward a greener future, Bangkok Industrial Gas (BIG) and AGC Vinythai Public Company Limited have taken a significant step by signing a cooperation agreement to supply low-carbon nitrogen and oxygen via pipeline. This partnership, set within the Map Ta Phut Industrial Estate in Rayong Province, will support the sustainable production of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and vinyl chloride monomer (VCM), with operations expected to begin in 2025.
The collaboration underscores the growing importance of climate technology in Thailand’s industrial sector. By integrating low-carbon industrial gases into its processes, AGC Vinythai aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while enhancing operational efficiency. This initiative aligns with Thailand’s national goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2065.
Driving Sustainability in Petrochemical Production
Through this partnership, AGC Vinythai will receive low-carbon nitrogen and oxygen directly via a pipeline network, significantly reducing the carbon footprint of its production processes. These gases will play a critical role in the Sakura project, an expansion of AGC Vinythai’s PVC and VCM production capacity to meet the growing demand for sustainable products in Southeast Asia.
Piyabut Charuphen, Managing Director of BIG, highlighted the importance of this initiative:"This collaboration reflects our commitment to building a sustainable future. Supplying low-carbon gases through a pipeline network will not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also lower transportation costs and enhance production efficiency for our customers. It aligns with BIG’s business strategy of 'Generating a Cleaner Future.'"
Supporting Thailand’s Sustainability Goals
AGC Vinythai’s Executive Vice President – Special Assignment, Apichart Kijjaroenvisal, added: "The Sakura project is driven by the projected growth of the PVC market in Southeast Asia, fueled by the expansion of industries and infrastructure. The use of low-carbon gases will make our products more environmentally friendly, meeting the expectations of customers seeking sustainable solutions."
This cooperation demonstrates how industrial partnerships can reduce environmental impacts while creating long-term value for businesses. By embracing innovative climate technologies, BIG and AGC Vinythai are contributing to Thailand’s journey toward a low-carbon future and positioning themselves as leaders in sustainable petrochemical production.