TPC Group today announced the advancement of a series of prioritized debottlenecking and optimization initiatives designed to expand the capacity, flexibility, and reliability of its Crude C4 processing platform.
In 2026, TPC Group will focus on executing near-term projects within existing assets to unlock incremental capacity gains. These initiatives are expected to increase the overall Crude C4 processing capacity, driven by system improvements that enhance operating flexibility, throughput, and feedstock optionality.
TPC Group will complete debottlenecking of its hydrotreating units in 2026. This expansion is expected to yield a 19 percent increase in hydrotreating capacity, while maintaining product quality, system balance, and operational reliability as downstream throughput increases. Additional improvements in our Crude C4 butadiene extraction system, driven by Operational Excellence efforts and small capital investments, are expected to deliver a 12 percent increase in capacity by the end of 2029. These projects will be executed in increments over the next four years.
Collectively, these initiatives are expected to result in a cumulative 14 percent increase in Crude C4 processing capacity by the end of 2029, further strengthening TPC’s ability to process a broader range of feedstocks and products while responding to evolving market needs.
In addition to these projects, TPC Group is currently progressing engineering for a subsequent expansion that would double hydrotreating capacity, delivering a step change in flexibility and strengthening long-term value across the C4 supply chain.
“Enhancing the scale and flexibility of our Crude C4 processing platform through near-term debottlenecking is a clear priority for TPC,” said Adrian Jacobsen, TPC Group Senior Vice President, Commercial. “These projects allow us to deliver meaningful capacity increases efficiently, while positioning the system for continued growth, increased product flexibility and dependable service to our suppliers and customers. TPC will continue advancing these initiatives as part of its long-term strategy, maintaining a strong focus on safe, reliable, and flexible processing solutions.”
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