Snetor to distribute INEOS Olefins & Polymers’ polyolefins in European regions
Last update on Apr 23, 2026
The Snetor Group, an international distributor of plastics and chemicals, has signed a distribution agreement with INEOS Olefins & Polymers, a global producer of chemicals and polymers.
Effective 22 April 2026, Snetor will distribute INEOS Olefins & Polymers’ polyethylene and polypropylene product ranges in Germany, Italy, Spain, and Portugal. In France, Snetor will market the polyethylene range.
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To contribute with market knowledge, technical capabilities, and service
According to the companies, the agreement extends INEOS’ existing distribution network and broadens its market coverage across key European regions. It also builds on an existing relationship, with Snetor already distributing certain INEOS product lines in other regions.
The companies state that Snetor will contribute market knowledge, technical capabilities, and service, complementing INEOS’ production and product development activities. INEOS also refers to its ongoing investments in Europe, including a EUR 4 billion project for a new cracker and EUR 500 million to upgrade its Lavera site.
INEOS indicates that the agreement will give more converters access to a stable, domestic supply of high-quality polymer grades manufactured across INEOS’ European production network. The company adds that its investments aim to support regional supply, portfolio expansion, and sustainability-related developments.
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Supports strategy to enhance service for small and medium sized converters
Snetor shares 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 partnership ensures customers benefit from both strong local supply and leading-edge solutions.
“It is a true honor for Snetor Group to partner with a leading player such as INEOS Olefins & Polymers. This partnership marks a prestigious milestone in our development in the European market “ said Emmanuel Aubourg, chairman and CEO of Snetor Group. “This agreement reflects the mutual trust between our two groups and our shared ambition to provide our customers with high-quality solutions”.
Rob Ingram, INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe CEO says, “Supported by our long-term investment program including world scale, lower carbon production assets and recycling ready technologies, this partnership reinforces 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 increasing volatility. Snetor combine strong market presence and excellent technical capability with a strategy that aligns closely with our own, making them an ideal partner for our next phase of growth”.