Prime Minister Lays Foundation Stone for Polypropylene Project at BPCL Kochi Refinery
11th March 2026
The Prime Minister has laid the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited`s (BPCL) Polypropylene (PP) Project at the Kochi Refinery in Ernakulam district of Kerala. With an investment of Rs 5,514 crore, the Polypropylene Project will establish a 400 Kilo Tons Per Annum (KTPA) Polypropylene Unit along with associated facilities for the production of six grades of homopolymer polypropylene
These grades will cater to diverse sectors including packaging, automotive components, medical devices, home appliances, textiles, and household products. The project is scheduled for completion by 31st October 2027
The upcoming Polypropylene Unit will play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s domestic polymer production capabilities and reducing dependence on imports. The availability of locally produced polypropylene will enable industries, particularly packaging manufacturers, automotive component producers, and MSMEs, to access raw materials closer to their manufacturing bases. This proximity is expected to significantly reduce transportation and logistics costs, improve production efficiencies, and enhance the overall competitiveness of local industries
A reliable and steady supply of high-quality polypropylene from the BPCL Kochi Refinery will further support the growth of downstream industries in the region. In this regard, the Kerala Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation (KINFRA) is developing a Petrochemical Park adjacent to the refinery, which will leverage the assured feedstock from BPCL to attract investments from polymer processors and other downstream manufacturing units
BPCL has integrated strong environmental and sustainability considerations into the project design. The Polypropylene Unit will deploy state-of-the-art UNIPOL® technology by M/s W. R. Grace & Co., recognized globally for its efficient gas-phase process and lower carbon footprint compared to conventional liquid-phase technologies. The process design minimizes energy consumption and reduces raw material waste, thereby supporting BPCL’s commitment to responsible and sustainable industrial development