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pleased to announce recent upgrades to our Ingleside , Texas facility ,” Stephen shares . “ These enhancements include the addition of more enclosed work areas , the creation of additional stabilized lay-down acreage , and improvements to our material handling capabilities . These upgrades are designed to optimize our operations and further enhance our ability to serve our clients effectively .

“ We are also currently working on a chip plant project in Taylor , Texas and we continue to pursue these types of projects all over the US . Additionally , we plan to enhance and upgrade our Lake Charles and Geismar painting facilities soon . Notably , we were honored to announce our acceptance of the prestigious 2023 Eagle Award by ABC at the 34th Annual Excellence in Construction ® gala for our contribution to the LyondellBasell propylene oxide ( PO ) and tertiary butyl alcohol ( TBA ) project . Our team ’ s exceptional work included erecting and

demobilizing over 10,000 tons of scaffolding , as well as providing painting , insulation , and fireproofing services , resulting in over 2.5 million safe work hours on the unit . This project was the largest capital investment in LyondellBasell history and culminated in what is now the largest PO / TBA facility in the world . The award recognizes not only Apache ’ s technical expertise and dedication to safety , but also the company ’ s contribution to advancing the construction industry ’ s standards for quality and innovation .”

Apache believes that ESG principles are crucial to developing a resilient organization that delivers long-term value . Its ESG focus strengthens the company , drives value , enhances returns and helps create a better outcome for customers and the communities in which it operates . Stephen elaborates : “ We focus on waste management through reduction , recycling , and reuse , along with

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