lyondellbasell (nyse: lyb) is one of the world’s largest plastics, chemicals and refining companies and a member of the s&p 500 index. with operations on five continents, we are a major global manufacturer of ethylene, polyethylene, propylene, polypropylene, propylene oxide, oxygenated fuels and acetyls. we also are a significant producer of gasoline, diesel and gasoline blending components. our products provide the amazing chemistry for countless goods that improve the quality of life for people around the world, including packaging, electronics, automotive parts, home furnishings, medical supplies, construction materials and biofuels. our portfolio lyondellbasell’s balanced, integrated product portfolio is comprised of five amazing business segments – olefins and polyolefins – americas; olefins and polyolefins – europe, asia and international; intermediates and derivatives; refining; and technology. we manufacture products at 55 sites in 18 countries and participate in 16 manufa